Ecosoapia Organic Soap

About Ecosoapia

Ecosoapia is a British company that was launched in October 2006. Its aim was to provide consumers with an organic liquid hand soap that was just as good as the soaps on the market, but without any of the harsh chemicals.

Ecosoapia organic soap is available in seven different fragrances:

• Peppermint
• Almond
• Lavender
• Eucalyptus
• Tea Tree
• Rose
• Unscented

It is available in 9.98 fluid ounce bottles (295 milliliters) with pump dispensers.

What's Different About Ecosoapia Organic Soap?

Why might choosing organic soap make a difference? The most common ingredients that are found in conventional cleansers that are removed from most soaps made with organic ingredients are parabens and sulfates.

The parabens (methylparaben, propylparaben, ethylparaben or others) are chemical preservatives that make products shelf-stable for a really long time. These chemicals are cheap to produce, highly effective and considered safe by the Food and Drug Administration.

There is controversy surrounding parabens, however, because of some studies that have linked parabens to breast cancer tumors. It is thought that the chemicals mimic estrogen in the body, which could promote growth of cancer tumors or disrupt the endocrine system in the body.

The sulfates (such as sodium lauryl sulfate and sodium laureth sulfate) are detergents that are commonly used in soaps and shampoos because they are inexpensive and make a lot of foam.

These chemicals are known to be irritating. For people with sensitive skin or problems such as acne and eczema, these products can cause flare-ups because they remove moisture from the skin. And sodium laureth sulfate, found in most toothpastes, can cause mouth ulcers in some people.

These chemicals are particularly important to watch out for in things you're going to put on your skin. Your skin will absorb the chemicals, even if the soap is only on your skin for a very short time.

Because of the potential health issues associated with these chemicals, most natural skin care and soap lines are free of these chemicals in at least some of their products.

Ecosoapia organic soap is completely free of parabens and sulfates, as well as synthetic preservatives, artificial colors or fragrances. It is acceptable for vegans and vegetarians and has been given awards by Allergy UK for being a safe and effective product for people with allergies.

The company also gives 10 percent of its profits to Irasambi, a Brazilian group working to preserve the rainforest. Not only is the product itself good for you and the environment, buying it is good for the environment as well.

Buying Ecosoapia

Because it is still a relatively new company, Ecosoapia products generally aren't available at your local natural foods store. You can order them online, however. Here are a couple of places to check out:

• EcoHip
• EnviroHelpers
• Natural Collection
• The Green Store

You'll notice all of these websites are British. Be aware that if you live in the United States, you will pay more than the stated prices because the dollar is worth less than the British pound. Also check on shipping rates before you buy, because you may find you're spending much more than you think it's worth to try this organic soap for yourself.

Choosing organic body products is a great idea because so much of what we put on our skin is absorbed into our bodies. If you want to protect yourself and your family members from harmful chemicals, it is important to buy organic foods but also to look beyond food to the other things you're consuming that might not be healthy for you.

Additional LoveToKnow Resources

For more tips on caring for sensitive and allergy-prone skin, visit LoveToKnow Skin Care.