Olive Oil Soap

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Olive Oil Soap - Why Olive Oil for Skin Care?

Summarized by 123 Natural Remedies; Written by Don Stevens

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Olive oil soap is nothing new, for centuries this was the only way generations bathed and was considered nothing less than pure and gentle. Vegetable soaps are considered more desirable, replacing the once famous tallow, which is soap made from animal fats.

While olive oil soap is more moisturizing than tallow, or other vegetable oils, most don’t realize why the oils from olive are so beneficial. History tells us that the ancient Greeks used to bathe in olive oil, and people all over the world use olive oil for skin care directly to moisturize their skin and for stretch marks. Olives are high in anti-oxidants, such as polyphenols; the phenol have anti-fungal and anti-bacterial elements, which is much needed in today’s world.

Using olive oil skin care can be a daily routine. Besides olive oil for skin care, it’s healthy fats also benefit hair, nails and lips. It contains a high percentage of monounsaturated fat, which is healthier than polyunsaturated fats found in other oils.

Castile soap is olive oil soap with a high percentage of olive oil, and is considered extra mild. Often used in baby care, or for sensitive skin, castile soap can come scented or unscented, translucent or opaque. If you’ve ever tried olive oil skin care soaps and still find it harsh, try castile.

So the next time you’re looking for something to help your skin, consider some olive oil for skin, preferable in soap form, you’ll be following the advice of many generations past, and future.

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