Soapwort, An Alternative to Commercial Soaps
Soapwort is generally considered an alternative to commercial soaps and cleansers. Soapwort is a herb that is often used like soaps, however it is actually gentler on sensitive skin types and does not dry out skin like some soaps do. Soapwort is also all natural. It features no harsh chemicals, additives, or preservatives, therefore it’s safer. Soapwort contains a natural ingredient called saponins which is what gives soapwort the sudsy cleansing action.
The easy way to turn soapwort into usable soap is to boil the leaves and stalks in water, and then strain them. Ingredients include about a cup of fresh soapwort leaves (or one half cup of dried) to about a pint of water. The wonderful liquid that is left is great for expensive fabrics or those that require a gentle wash. You will find this simple herbal soap alternative invaluable if you need to clean delicate older fabrics too.
Soapwort is a good herb to use to make soap or cleansing agents simply because it is less harsh than a lot of soap agents. You’ll discover that soapwort lathers well.
Besides using soapwort as a laundry soap, you can use soapwort for a natural body cleanser or shampoo. If you bathe your rashes or acne with it you will discover the skin soothing properties it offers for skin conditions and sensitive skin. skin conditions like rashes or sensitive skin. Have fun trying out soapwort for yourself.
| Published on August 20th, 2010 | | Posted by Anna |
August 21st, 2010 at 5:24 am
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