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Common Additives For Homemade Soaps
by Maria Nerius
| Almonds | natural defoliant.
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| Almond Oil: | rich in protein, easily absorbed; skin softening and gives relief for itchy, dry skin.
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| Apricot Kernel Oil: | rich in vitamins and minerals; softening; good for delicate skin.
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| Avocado Oil: | rich in vitamins, protein fatty acids; soothing to dry skin.
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| Coffee: | helps remove odors from skin.
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| Cucumber: | astringent, adds cleansing power.
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| Grape Seed Oil: | rich in vitamins, minerals and linoleic acid.
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| Grapefruit Seed Extract: | antioxidant, antibacterial, deodorizing, and natural preservative.
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| Honey: | emollient; softens soap.
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| Luffa Sponge: | natural exfoliant.
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| Macadamia Nut Oil: | emollient.
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| Olive Oil: | one of the best and most accessible moisturizers.
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| Powdered Goat Milk: | soothing to all skin types; rich in vitamins moisturizing and softening.
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| Pumpkin Seed Oil: | high in vitamins and minerals with little or no scent.
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| Safflower Oil: | moisturizing.
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| Sunflower Oil: | moisturizing.
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| Vitamin E Oil: | antioxidant; natural preservative; superfatting.
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| Wheatgerm Oil: | antioxidant, emollient; use for delicate skin or facial soap; superfatting.
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Maria Nerius is a Professional Crafter, Author, and Contributing Writer and Columnist to industry trade journal, Craftrends.
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