Created in Aleppo, Syria, this soap formulated with olive oil and bay laurel has been present in our daily lives for more than 3,500 years. It is therefore the oldest soap in the world, and its recipe remains timeless.
Because of the war in Syria, the delivery of this soap is more and more complicated, and counterfeits are proliferating more and more. It is therefore important to know how to recognize a real Aleppo soap.
The properties of Aleppo soap:
Its formula is one of the simplest: olive oil, bay laurel oil, water, and soda. A unique formula which gives soap a lot of virtues.
Indeed, it washes the skin gently, moisturizes and protects it . In short, it is a mild soap that adapts to all skin types, even the most fragile. It is particularly ideal for dry skin, or in cases of acne, eczema or other psoriasis. This soap is also a disinfectant , which also makes it an excellent soap for the beard.
To best suit your needs, check the bay laurel oil concentration rate:
We may not know it, but Aleppo soap can also be used for the hair . Thanks to its laurel berry oil content (recommended to treat certain skin conditions), it helps fight dandruff. If you use it for this, you don't need to shampoo more than two shampoos per week. On the other hand, in order to properly eliminate soap residue, practice rinsing with vinegar.
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