“Promoting healthy bodies and clean water”

 

The delicate and pliable foam effectively eliminates dirt, and its use of EM (Effective Microorganisms) makes it a more environmentally conscious choice.

 

What are EM?

 

EM refers to a blend of "beneficial bacteria," including lactic acid bacteria and yeast, that offer utility to both humans and the environment. Employed in over 100 countries worldwide, EM finds applications in diverse fields, including agriculture, livestock, water purification, and healthcare.

 

How is this soap crafted?

 

Soap production involves two primary methods: the saponification method and the neutralisation method. Soap bubbles are specifically crafted using the saponification method.

 

The saponification method involves the reaction of caustic soda (or caustic potash) with fats and oils. This intricate process requires skill and time, resulting in soap that retains a small percentage of glycerin, a component found in oils and fats. Glycerin, a historical moisturising agent, imparts a hydrating quality to the soap, preventing it from feeling excessively dry. This method is characterised by the meticulous retention of glycerin.

 

On the other hand, the "neutralisation method" involves reacting fatty acids with caustic soda (or caustic potash), allowing for rapid soap production suitable for mass manufacturing. However, soap produced through the neutralisation method utilises fatty acids instead of oils and fats, resulting in the absence of glycerin.

 

Shabondama soap is meticulously crafted using the saponification method, undergoing multiple ageing processes and careful cooking over the course of a week. This craftsmanship yields a mild soap enriched with natural moisturising ingredients.

 

Production method

 

Oil (fatty acid/glycerin) + caustic soda or caustic potash → Soap + glycerin