Arsai Turmeric Pure Olive Oil Bar Soap

Made freshly in Lebanon, our handmade Turmeric Soap is cold pressed with the finest home grown olives. It deeply cleanses and purifies the skin, leaving it feeling refreshed, cleansed and moisturised.

It is made from the following ingredients: olive oil, coconut oil, castor oil, turmeric, lye, distilled water, mica based earth pigments.

Olive Oil is used in all our soaps as the main base and is harvested from our family-owned olive groves which date back between 1000 - 6000 years old and are adjacent to the Mediterranean Sea. The Bar is 4oz roughly 110 grams.

The scent carries a warm, earthy aroma with very subtle spicy notes. The fragrance of turmeric is warm, earthy, and slightly spicy. Here are some key characteristics:Earthy: Turmeric has a deep, grounding aroma that evokes a sense of warmth and earthiness.
Spicy: It has a mild spiciness that is both comforting and invigorating, reminiscent of ginger and other spices.
Bitter-Sweet: The scent carries a subtle bitterness combined with a sweet undertone, adding complexity.
Woody: There are woody notes that contribute to its overall richness, giving it a natural, robust quality.
Musky: Turmeric can also have a faint musky aroma, enhancing its depth and warmth.
Overall, turmeric’s fragrance is distinctive and calming, often associated with wellness and natural remedies.

Why Turmeric? - Turmeric offers several benefits for the skin due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, primarily attributed to the compound curcumin. These properties can help with acne, scarring, skin brightening, and reducing signs of ageing.

Why cold pressed? - Well, Cold processed soap is known for its mild and gentle cleansing properties, making it ideal for sensitive and dry skin. Unlike commercial soaps that often contain harsh detergents, cold process soap does not strip away the skin's natural oils.

Why Olive Oil? - MOISTURISING - Olive oil offers several benefits for the skin, including deep hydration, antioxidant protection, and anti-inflammatory properties It can help moisturise dry skin, reduce the appearance of wrinkles, and protect against sun damage. Olive oil also has antibacterial properties, which may help with wound healing and potentially reduce acne.

Why Coconut Oil? - CLEANSING - Coconut oil offers several potential benefits for the skin due to its moisturising, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties. It can help hydrate dry skin, reduce inflammation, and potentially aid in wound healing. It can be used as a gentle and effective makeup remover, breaking down even waterproof makeup.

Why Castor Oil? - LATHERING - Castor oil offers several potential benefits for the skin, including moisturising, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties, which can help with dry skin, acne, and wound healing. It's rich in ricinoleic acid, a fatty acid that can improve skin barrier function and potentially reduce the appearance of wrinkles and scars. 

Why Lye? - CONVERSION OF OILS TO SOAP - Specifically sodium hydroxide or potassium hydroxide, is a crucial ingredient in soap making because it facilitates the chemical reaction called saponification, which transforms oils and fats into soap.

Why Mica based Earth Pigments? - Mica-based earth pigments are natural mineral powder, derived from the mica mineral, that are ground into a fine powder. They are used to create shimmering or iridescent effects in various applications like cosmetics, paints, and soaps. Mica is a naturally occurring mineral that can be mined or created in a lab.