Men’s Soap

Men’s Soap is designed for men. And partly by men. My husband has helped me test the scent of the essential oils in this soap, and we both love the combination of essential oils that went into creating this lovely soap for men.
It has a beautiful blue colour and wonderful scents from essential oils. The soap lathers well and has a lovely creamy texture. One of the essential oils chosen for Men’s Soap is Patchouli, a scent that is easily recognised by those familiar with this essential oil.

Patchouli is both loved and hated, but here in our home, we like it very much. Wikipedia says the following about Patchouli:
“The scent of patchouli is heavy and powerful. It has been used in perfumes for centuries.
Patchouli oil and incense experienced a tremendous surge in popularity during the 1960s and 1970s, particularly among followers of free love and the hippie lifestyle, as it helped mask the smell of marijuana. The Hare Krishna movement may have contributed to this popularity, as the god Krishna is said to reside in patchouli. It can also be used as a hair conditioner for dreadlocks.”

We also read:
“Despite its frequent association with alternative lifestyles, patchouli has also found widespread use in modern industry. It is a component in approximately one-third of the top notes of perfumes, including more than half of all men’s fragrances. Patchouli is also an important ingredient in East Asian incense. It is used as a fragrance in products such as paper towels, laundry detergents and air fresheners.
The essential oil is produced by steam distillation of the plant’s dried leaves. Producing 1 kg of patchouli oil requires 30–50 kg of dried leaves.
During the 18th and 19th centuries, silk traders from China travelling to the Middle East filled their silk fabrics with dried patchouli leaves to prevent moths from laying their eggs in the fabric. Many historians speculate that this association with expensive Oriental goods is what led many Europeans of that era to regard patchouli as a luxurious fragrance. This perception has continued into modern perfumery.
Traditional herbalists claim that the plant and its oil have a range of health-promoting properties, and its scent is believed to have a relaxing effect.”

Patchouli essential oil has a long history and is certainly not an unknown fragrance. If you are curious about this scent, you will find it in Men’s Soap.

Men’s Soap has been enriched with four essential oils: Patchouli, Frankincense, Cedarwood and Lavender.
Together, they give the soap a wonderful fragrance with the rich, distinctive scent of Patchouli.
These essential oils are known for their wonderful properties for both body and mind.

Patchouli
Here are some of the traditionally described properties of this essential oil:

It has a deep, earthy, warm and slightly sweet scent. Known from the perfumes of the 1960s and 1970s, its fragrance is spicy, woody and musky. Today, it is widely used in natural skincare and aromatherapy.
Traditionally associated with skin regeneration and balancing, it is also described as anti-inflammatory and sebum-regulating, and is often used in products for scars and stretch marks.

It is also traditionally used to promote relaxation, relieve stress and ease anxiety.

Frankincense
Here are some of the traditionally described properties of this essential oil:

Aromatic and earthy, with sweet, woody notes and hints of spice and citrus. Frankincense is a lovely, warm oil traditionally associated with uplifting the mood and relieving stress and feelings of depression.
It is suitable for all skin types, from dry and sensitive to oily and combination skin.

Its anti-inflammatory properties make it particularly interesting for soothing redness and irritation.

Lavender
Here are some of the traditionally described properties of this essential oil:

Lavender oil has a beautiful floral scent and is traditionally associated with relieving stress, anxiety and feelings of depression, soothing tired muscles and promoting a restful night’s sleep.
Lavender oil is also valued in skincare for its properties. It may help reduce inflammation, has antibacterial properties and may help with blemish-prone skin.

Cedarwood
Here are some of the traditionally described properties of this essential oil:

Cedarwood oil brings a hint of the scent of the forest. It is known for its calming properties and is traditionally associated with helping the body relax.
These properties are also believed to help improve concentration while reducing hyperactivity.
Skin benefits traditionally associated with Cedarwood oil include anti-inflammatory, antifungal and antibacterial properties.

Other ingredients
Other ingredients include olive oil, coconut oil, shea butter and castor oil.