Glycerin makes a very good ingredient of soaps and lotion, especially to be used during harsh winter times. If you want your skin to get a little more moisture in the cold season as well as during other times of the year, you can easily get them in the market under various brand names. Some of these basic glycerin soapbrands include:
- Pasca-Glow Bentonite
- Pears
- Savlon
- Oriflame
- Himani
- Sherrys Lavishing Soap and Bath
- The Body Shop
- The Soap Works
- Dove
- Nature Clean
If you trust homemade beauty products and body soaps, then try out the easy basic glycerin soap recipe provided below and make this natural body soap at home.
What you Need
- Transparent Glycerin Soap that is not scented.
- Amber Blush or Lavender Martini Fragrance Oil or any other Fragrance Oil of your Choice
- Yellow or light brown or purple food color
- Spritzer Bottle filled with rubbing alcohol
- Soap Mold
How to Prepare
- Shred one large bar of soap or cut them into small pieces.
- Place the pieces in a container and place over medium heat until the soap melts completely to form a sticky solution
- Remove the container from the fire and add about 20 – 25 drops fragrance oil and the color to achieve the desired effect. However, don’t make the color too dark, as the clear look is what you should prefer to achieve.
- Stir well and pour it in the mold. You can keep the mold aside for 3-4 days or refrigerate for 30 minutes for the soap to harden.
- Take it out of the mould and use it everyday during bath, applying on wet skin.
Benefits of Basic Glycerin Soap
Suited for dry, delicate and sensitive skin, the glycerin content of this basic glycerin soap entraps the moisture and keeps the skin hydrated in all the seasons, including the winter times.
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