Category: Facial Bar

A gentle Facial Bar always comes in handy in maintaining the right balance between cleaning and nourishing your facial skin. Your skin breaths better if the pores are clear off any impurities.

Aloe Vera Facial Bar Anti-Pimple/Anti-Marks

What comprises of proper skin nourishment?

Glowing or radiant skin is a sign of healthy skin. The health of the skin is further dependent on proper nourishment; which includes proper cleansing, along with hydration and nutrient supply. Milder soaps cannot properly cleanse the skin. And harsher ones do rid the skin of impurities; but also steal away its moisture. But, neither cleansing nor moisturizing can be ignored.

This is because proper cleansing betters the nutrient supply to the cells, while keeping skin free of infections and acne. Adequate nutrient supply helps skin repair faster, and stay healthier. As for hydration, it strengthens the cells, maintains skins elasticity, delays wrinkling. And a well hydrated skin is less prone to damage from external factors.

What are the benefits of using honey as a skin cleanser and moisturizer?

Honey is both a skin cleanser and a moisturizer. A natural humectant, honey not only has the ability to absorb moisture, but also retain it. It thus hydrates and nourishes the skin, without making it oily; and as such is suitable for both oily and dry skin. Optimum hydration makes the skin soft and supple; granting it elasticity and delaying the appearance of wrinkles.

Its cleansing activity is attributable to the presence of methylglyoxal; which renders it anti-bacterial property. This makes it effective against acne and other skin infections. And its anti-irritant property helps soothe the skin. Honey exhibits anti-oxidant properties too.

How does Aloe Vera add to the softness and smoothness of skin?

Being rich in Vitamins E and C, aloe vera nourishes the skin effectively. It stimulates blood circulation, as well as removes dead cells from the surface. The former helps in better transportation, while the latter helps in better penetration of beneficial nutrients.

A brightening agent for the skin, aloe vera not only moisturizes the skin, but also betters its ability to hydrate itself; that too while keeping the oiliness in check. It is even effective in reduction of dark spots and pigmentation.

Aloe vera is also known for its capacity as a soothing agent for dry, irritated skin. Its anti-bacterial properties help fight a number of skin infections; as well as reduce and prevent recurrence of acne.

The anti-oxidants in aloe vera, including Vitamin A and polysaccharides; render it effective as an anti-aging and healing substance. As it has the capacity to repair damaged tissues; while stimulating cell regeneration.

How does apple extract contribute to skin health?

The extract of papaya (Carica papaya) owe much of its beneficial properties to a constituent enzyme, papain. The enzyme is a natural exfoliant cum toner. It removes dead skin cells from the surface; unclogs pores of impurities; shrinks enlarged pores; as well as treats acne and blackheads. The very same enzyme is also an effective skin whitening agent. It works wonders on dark spots, blemishes, freckles as well as sun-tan.

Vitamins A, E and C in the extract are potent anti-oxidants. They improve cell turnover; stimulate production of collagen and repair cell damage; thereby, maintaining skin’s elasticity and delaying wrinkles.

Blueberry Facial Bar Anti-Ageing / Anti-Wrinkle

The lips are a sensitive part of the human body which need utmost care and protection from external harmful effects, even more than the usual skin care we indulge in. The lip tissue is thinner and does not contain hair follicles for the maintenance of oil balance. Moreover, it needs round the clock moisture to retain the smoothness and colour as the lips have a different complexion mechanism from the skin tissue. Lips easily get effected in harsh environment and chapped lips are a turn off.

The new Blueberry Lip balm packs in together the essential butters- Kokum Butter and Shea Butter for protection and round the clock moisture, Wheat-germ oil to fight discolouration and pigmentation and has a delicious blueberry flavour thanks to the natural blueberries which contain high level of anti oxidants.

What is the importance of Blueberry Extracts?

Blueberries are high antioxidant and phytochemical carriers. These anti oxidants seep in the skin tissue and provide a shield against free radicals by neutralizing them. These free radicals cause a lot of damage to the tissues if not targeted. Blueberries fight early signs of ageing and keep lips young, pink and supple.
The vitamin C in blueberries helps in strengthening the blood vessels. Weak blood vessels are prone to damage and breakage. These make the lips sensitive and a perfect target for numerous allergies and discolouration.
Vitamin C works at the capillary level and provides strength to the vessels beneath the skin surface.

What does Shea Butter do?

Shea butter is extracted from the nuts of Vitellaria paradoxa or the Shea Tree. Shea butter is the perfect treatment for lips as within the first few applications, it relieves chapped lips, cures dry patches, treats cuts and gives the lips a healthy glow. The protection mechanism of Shea butter is its most important property. By forming a shield over the lips, Shea butter acts as a safeguard from pollution, effects of the sun’s UV rays, harsh weather (extreme cold or heat), allergic reactions and dirt. Shea butter’s look may say otherwise but it does not clog the skin’s pores. It makes the skin tissue more hydrated and helps the skin cells breathe.

Shea butter makes lips velvety soft and keeps them protected for hours without constant application.

What is Kokum Butter and how is it beneficial?

Kokum butter is extracted from the seeds Garcinia indica. This butter is  capable of providing moisture of the highest level and help lip tissue in absorption and retention of oils, keeping them hydrated 24*7. Adding to that, Kokum Butter treats irritation, inflammation and allergies better than any natural medicine.
Kokum butter’s action against the sun makes it an excellent ingredient for sun protection products. The lips tend to lose their shine and pinkness with constant sun exposure. Kokum butter acts as a shield against sun-tan, sunburn and pigmentation. Kokum butter helps in oxygenation of skin cells making them healthier and more strong with continued application.

How is Wheat-germ oil effective?

Wheat grain’s kernels yield the Wheat-germ oil which is highly rich in Vitamin E, making it a potent antioxidant and a perfect treatment for early signs of ageing, wrinkling and slow healing. Lips are very sensitive to the sun, environment, pollution and dirt. Anything and everything can turn out to be a hazard for the lips. Wheat-germ Oil seeps in to make the lip tissues stronger and heals them faster. With continued use, dry patches, dark spots, pigmentation, etc. disappear in no time.

Wheat-germ Oil increases skin elasticity by facilitating the skin renewal process.

Kesar Chandan Facial Bar Skin Lightening / Anti-Tan

What are the reasons for unclear complexion?

The three main complexion concerns happen to be pigmentation, acne and wrinkling. Pigmentation, tanning, freckles and age spots, result in a darker and uneven skin tone; and are all accredited to over-exposure of the sun. They can be avoided by a sunscreen, but only to an extent.

Acne (and blackheads), not only look ugly themselves; but leave even uglier, stubborn marks behind. And the factors responsible for it include excess oil and impurities, which clog (enlarged) skin pores. Wrinkling, though a part of the natural aging process, may appear sooner, with lack of optimum skin care.

How does Sandalwood oil contribute to lightening and brightening complexion?

Sandalwood oil is often used as a skin lightening agent, due to its ability to reduce freckles, acne marks and pigmentation spots, as well as under eye circles. It is also known to tighten skin, thus reducing the appearance of fine lines.

It is used to shrink pores when used for oily skin, and adequately moisturize dry skin, making it supple. Often used for sensitive skins too, as an anti inflammatory to soothe skin irritations and inflammation, this extract of Santalum album also has anti septic properties which keep pimples and boils from getting infected.

What makes Saffron beneficial to complexion and skin tone?

Saffron, or kesar, is popular for its anti bacterial property which keeps the skin free from infections and acne break outs. This spice, derived from the flower of Crocus sativus has been used historically as a cleanser and toner. It also works against clogged pores by removing oiliness and dead cells.

Its powerful anti oxidant properties promote the production of collagen and regeneration of cells, while its equally effective skin lightening and smoothening properties prove beneficial against sun tanned skin, or skin that has pigmentation, blemishes, acne scars or uneven tone. It also works well to repair dry skin.

What is orange peel and how does it improve skin color and health?

Orange peel is the skin/rind of the fruit orange. It is a rich source of Vitamin C. The acidity of this vitamin helps break down dead skin cells, impurities and excess oil from the skin surface. Thus, allowing healthier cells to surface; as well as fighting and preventing problems such as blackheads and acne.

The citric acid is also a bleaching agent, and helps in lightening of acne scars, burn marks and other blemishes; as well as the overall tone of the skin. Due to the presence of a particular oil, in the orange peel, it also makes an effective moisturizer.

Finally, the anti-oxidant effect of its constituents helps prevent premature aging and wrinkling, while protecting skin from further sun-caused damage.

Olive Facial Bar

How is a fruit-based soap more effective than a chemically-made soap?

Exposed to the environment 24*7, the skin is a very important yet sensitive organ of the body that needs care and nourishment time to time so as to maintain its soft texture and immunity against damaging effects in the surroundings. While chemically-made soaps have a heavenly fragrance they boast of, handmade soaps made with fresh fruit extracts provide the skin with that gentle touch and important nourishment it needs to breathe and carry on its functions efficiently. Handmade fruit soaps keep the moisture intact and provide the skin with the goodness of the fruit pulp and a plethora of vitamins and minerals making it stronger and softer. Chemical-based soaps strip off the natural moisture of the skin making it dry and patchy over the time with frequent use. No matter how perfumed, these soaps lead to an imbalance in the pH of the skin making it prone to allergies and damage by sun and external factors like sun, wind, dirt and pollution.

Why is Olive known to be excellent for skin care?

Olive is a rich source of anti-oxidants; including Vitamin E, poly-phenol and hydroxytyrosol. These safeguard the skin against free radicals as well as repair any damage done by them. Sun exposure makes it worse and triggers the aging of the skin. Olive keeps these free radicals at bay thereby retarding the premature aging. It stimulates cellular regeneration. This makes it an excellent scar reducing agent; almost making marks and scars disappear in thin air. Its hydrophilic nature, fatty acid content as well as it deep penetrative ability makes it an excellent moisturizer for dry flaky skin.

The best thing about olive is that it caters to every skin type: dry, normal, oily or combination skin. It prevents blackheads and keeps the skin moisturized for long. The hot winds, winter chill or the monsoon will never show up on your skin as long as Olive is shielding you. Olive heals
sunburns, prevents tan and reverses the sun’s effects with regular use.

How does Cane Sugar bring about a drastic change in skin texture?

Cane sugar is an extremely rich source of Glycolid acids. These are natural exfoliating agents. They unclog pores and clear off dead skin debris making way for new skin to shine with health. Antiseptic in nature, Cane sugar helps in easing away skin infections and give a rich nutrient therapy to the skin. Regular use of Cane sugar will make skin’s texture more even toned and reduce the marks and blemishes as skin is cleaner and clearer with every wash.

Skin suffers photo damage, IE. damage from the sun. The glycolic acids help in repairing the sun’s damage. This prevents premature aging and deterioration of the skin’s natural beauty. Cane sugar promotes blood regulation which in turn makes skin pink, healthy and glowing with health.

How is Apple beneficial for the skin?

Grime and dirt rip off the beauty and make your face look ordinary, unpleasing and unhealthy. Pollution and adverse weather further ruins the appeal and you end up with a dark complexion, marks, blemishes and numerous problems to deal with. An apple treatment is all you need to get rid off it all and bring out a healthy skin. Rich in Vitamin C, B and A, coupled with powerful anti oxidants, Apple pampers damaged skin, treats sun burn and tan and gives you the gift of a dazzling face.

Glycolic Acid in apple unclogs the pores, scrubs off the dead cells and lightens the skin tone. Promoting the cell renewal process, apples remove blemishes and acne effectively. Apple maintains the pH balance of the skin preventing allergic outbursts and inflammations. Dark circles, fine lines, dark spots and wrinkles vanish away when apple works its wand on your skin. Premature aging is a bygone thing when apple is your friend. It keeps the skin clean and moisturized for long.

What does Papaya do to beautify your skin?

Acting as a natural moisture cover, Papaya Extracts are great exfoliating agents as well. While keeping the suppleness of the skin intact, Papaya gently cleanses off dirt and impurities from the skin’s surface and deep pore levels to yield a polished and perfect complexion. Hailed as the forerunner in skin whitening products, Papaya Extracts even tone the skin contour and whiten the skin from within.
Papaya is an excellent tan remover. It cancels out the harmful effects of UV rays on the skin and imparts an envious glow on the skin.

Strawberry Facial Bar Anti-Pigmentation /Evens Skin Tone

What comprises of proper skin nourishment?

Glowing or radiant skin is a sign of healthy skin. The health of the skin is further dependent on proper nourishment; which includes proper cleansing, along with hydration and nutrient supply. Milder soaps cannot properly cleanse the skin. And harsher ones do rid the skin of impurities; but also steal away its moisture. But, neither cleansing nor moisturizing can be ignored.

This is because proper cleansing betters the nutrient supply to the cells, while keeping skin free of infections and acne. Adequate nutrient supply helps skin repair faster, and stay healthier. As for hydration, it strengthens the cells, maintains skins elasticity, delays wrinkling. And a well hydrated skin is less prone to damage from external factors.

What are the benefits of using honey as a skin cleanser and moisturizer?

Honey is both a skin cleanser and a moisturizer. A natural humectant, honey not only has the ability to absorb moisture, but also retain it. It thus hydrates and nourishes the skin, without making it oily; and as such is suitable for both oily and dry skin. Optimum hydration makes the skin soft and supple; granting it elasticity and delaying the appearance of wrinkles.

Its cleansing activity is attributable to the presence of methylglyoxal; which renders it anti-bacterial property. This makes it effective against acne and other skin infections. And its anti-irritant property helps soothe the skin. Honey exhibits anti-oxidant properties too.

How does Aloe Vera add to the softness and smoothness of skin?

Being rich in Vitamins E and C, aloe vera nourishes the skin effectively. It stimulates blood circulation, as well as removes dead cells from the surface. The former helps in better transportation, while the latter helps in better penetration of beneficial nutrients.

A brightening agent for the skin, aloe vera not only moisturizes the skin, but also betters its ability to hydrate itself; that too while keeping the oiliness in check. It is even effective in reduction of dark spots and pigmentation.

Aloe vera is also known for its capacity as a soothing agent for dry, irritated skin. Its anti-bacterial properties help fight a number of skin infections; as well as reduce and prevent recurrence of acne.

The anti-oxidants in aloe vera, including Vitamin A and polysaccharides; render it effective as an anti-aging and healing substance. As it has the capacity to repair damaged tissues; while stimulating cell regeneration.

How does apple extract contribute to skin health?

Apples are abundant in Vitamins A, B and C. These essential nutrients grant apple extract a great anti-aging (or anti-wrinkling) and toning properties. As toners, it gently, but effectively exfoliates your skin; ridding it of dead cells, traces of products and other impurities. It also helps balance the pH level of the skin and tightens the pores. Thus helping fight acne problem as well.

Apple extract exhibits natural healing properties as well; making it effective against sun-burn, cracked skin, as well as itching and inflammation. The extract also helps in lightening and brightening the complexion.

How does Papaya Extract work towards skin betterment?

The extract of papaya (Carica papaya) owe much of its beneficial properties to a constituent enzyme, papain. The enzyme is a natural exfoliant cum toner. It removes dead skin cells from the surface; unclogs pores of impurities; shrinks enlarged pores; as well as treats acne and blackheads. The very same enzyme is also an effective skin whitening agent. It works wonders on dark spots, blemishes, freckles as well as sun-tan.

Vitamins A, E and C in the extract are potent anti-oxidants. They improve cell turnover; stimulate production of collagen and repair cell damage; thereby, maintaining skin’s elasticity and delaying wrinkles.