All You Need To Know About Moroccan Soap / صابون مغربي

If you are intrigued with natural beauty products even in the slightest, I believe you will find today's curated post enjoyable!

ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MOROCCAN SOAP/صابون مغربي


WHAT IS IT?
  • Moroccan black soap is part of the traditional hammam ritual (source)
  • With a texture of butter, this natural vegetable paste based with black olives is rich in vitamin E (source)
  • It is obtained from a mixture of oil and crushed olives, soaked in salt and potash. In the nineteenth century it was used as a product of Dermatology and later became a real beauty tool for the body suitable for every type of skin (source)

WHY IS IT BLACK?
  • Named after its black color, the black or brown or dark green color appearance of the depends on the oil used in its production. First manufactured in Syria from olive oil and vegetable soda, and then made its way to Morocco (source)
  • The basis of the recipe remains the same in both countries. It was improved by adding fragrances of essential oils and included in the traditional hammam. The treatment with the scrubbing kessa glove is now an essential part of the Moroccan hammam experience (source)
BENEFITS?
  • It is rich and natural and will clean and detoxify your skin while leaving an extraordinarily smooth  finish (source)
  • It is a great emollient, exfoliator and moisturizer (source)
  • It cleanses the skin by removing dead cells and toxins leaving the skin softer than you could ever imagine (source)
  • Thanks to this high content of vitamin E, it helps to revitalize the skin, acting against dryness, dehydration and aging (source
  • Removes dead skin (the rough and dry outer surface) (source)
  • Deep cleans the skin by removing toxins and dead skin cells, making our skin softer (source)
  • With its anti-microbial proprieties Moroccan black soap is rich in vitamin E (source)
  • Highly advised to relieve itchy backs due to an excess of dead skin and clogged pores (source)
  • Ideal to reduce in-growing hair (source)
  •  After the scrub your skin is ready to better absorb your next skin care treatment - whether its a mask, moisturizing or tanning (source)
BUT I HAVE OIL/NORMAL/DRY/MATURE SKIN...
  • It is suitable for all skin types and particularly enjoyable for dry and mature skin (source)
 OKAY, IT SEEMS GOOEY- HOW SHOULD I USE IT?
  • FACE: Put a small amount in the palm of your hand and rub until the soap is white, then wash your face,avoiding the eyes and lips (source)
  • SHOWER: Massage Moroccan Soap into wet skin, rinse then scrub vigorously with brush or glove. Rinse with cool water and continue scrubbing to eliminate dead skin cells to reveal healthy, vital skin. Can replace a normal soap or shower gel. Leaves skin super soft (source)
  • BATH: Apply to body with your hands then scrub vigorously with brush or glove. Removes dead skin cells and stimulates circulation leaving skin supple, soft and firm (source)
  •  TIP: Try the scrubbing with a dry loofah glove on warm damp skin (not wet skin). Use circle motion then wash off all dead skin. Dry and moisturize with argan oil or your body lotion (source)
  • A weekly exfoliation is recommended (source)
CAN I USE IT AS DAILY SOAP REPLACEMENT?
Yes! Just have the soap sitting in a small jar near your wash basin. Every time you wash your face, scoop out a little and lather over face like you would with any soap or face wash. Yes, *Alhamdullilah* it's that easy!

OK, THIS SOUNDS INTERESTING! WHERE CAN I GET IT?
As far as Jeddah is concerned, Moroccan Soap/ hammam maghrabi can be purchased in many areas. From various malls to souqs.

My friend runs her own Moroccan Soap business here in Jeddah where she offers home delivery. This is her contact information in case you are interested!
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moroccan.soap
Phone No: +966 553294234+966 553294234


MY EXPERIENCE
I'm flexible when it comes to body care but when it comes to my facial skin, I've had my share of ups and downs. No matter what I use, at the end of the day when I come back to use moroccan soap- everything gets better Alhamdullilah! My skin tone is more even, my pores are cleaner and not as visible, the dryness is at it's least. I definitely recommend it to anyone who believes that taking care of one's skin should not have to take a fortune. All it takes is a natural product such as the Moroccan Soap to do the job.

So beauty enthusiasts, over to you- have you used Moroccan Soap before? Thoughts?

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