Rose goat milk soap made by the cold-process method, explained

"Cold-process", "superfatted", "rich in glycerine": these terms appear on more and more handmade soap labels, yet it is not always clear what they mean. The rose goat milk soap is the perfect opportunity to decode them, while enjoying a soft, rounded floral scent.

A bouquet of rose, white flowers and musk

According to the product sheet (see the documentation tab), this soap is delicately scented with notes of rose, white flowers and musk. Rose forms the heart of the fragrance, white flowers brighten it and musk adds a soft, enveloping touch. After rinsing, the scent stays discreet on the skin: a soap for anyone who likes florals without excess.

The cold-process method: what does it mean?

Every soap is born from the meeting of fats (oils, butters) and an alkali: this is saponification. In the so-called cold-process method, the ingredients are mixed without prolonged cooking; the soap forms slowly, and the bars then usually dry for several weeks before they are ready. This reaction naturally produces glycerine, which stays in the soap instead of being removed.

The product sheet sums it up: made using the traditional cold-process method, this superfatted soap is naturally rich in glycerine and cleanses the skin while preserving its comfort and softness. It is also enriched with goat milk, an ingredient valued in soap-making for the mildness it brings, and produces a creamy lather.

And "superfatted"?

The soap-maker deliberately uses slightly more oil than the alkali can convert. This small share of unconverted oils stays in the bar and, according to the product sheet, leaves the skin soft, supple and comfortable day after day.

Everyday use

• For hands: a few seconds of lather is enough; rinse and dry well, especially between the fingers.
• In the shower: lather on a washcloth or soft sponge for a richer foam and a bar that wears down more slowly.
• After washing: if your skin easily feels tight, a body cream or oil extends the feeling of comfort.
• Between uses: a cold-process soap is softer than a mass-produced one; a slotted soap dish that lets water drain away keeps it from going mushy.

Precautions

Good to know. For external use only. Avoid the eyes and rinse thoroughly with clean water in case of contact. The fragrance contains floral and musky notes: if you react easily to perfumes, try the soap on a small area first, such as the inside of the elbow, and stop if redness or discomfort appears. For a baby or young child, please ask us for advice before use.

Our products

• Evabio rose goat milk soap – the full description is in the documentation tab of the product page.

Final word

Cold-process method, retained glycerine, a superfatted goat milk base and a floral bouquet: this soap brings together the principles of traditional soap-making in one simple gesture. Would you like to know whether it suits your skin, or compare it with our other soaps? The team at Droguerie Perusset in Yverdon-les-Bains will be glad to talk it through with you.