Black Pepper with Dead Sea Salt, Kaolin Clay and Poppy Seeds

I love this soap. Making it made me super happy. I love the colours and the recipe is one of the absolute best you'll ever find for a cold process soap.
 
Kaolin clay is one of the most versatile and gentle clays, suitable for all skin types. It doesn’t absorb oils as aggressively as other clays, which makes it ideal for dry or sensitive skin. In cold process soap, it enhances the slip and creaminess of lather. 
 
Dead Sea salt improves skin health through its rich mineral content, including magnesium, calcium, and potassium, which enhance hydration, elasticity, and provide natural exfoliation for a smoother complexion. The minerals offer anti-inflammatory benefits that reduce redness and irritation, making it suitable for sensitive skin. Soaking in Dead Sea salt baths helps detoxify the skin by drawing out impurities whilst retaining moisture.
 
Other ingredients used in this soap and the benefits of using them are detailed below:
 
Rose Water hydrates and soothes irritation while balancing pH and controlling oil. It provides antioxidant protection for the skin.
 
Shea Butter offers deep moisture with anti-inflammatory properties. It contains vitamins A and E for skin repair and improves elasticity.
 
Sweet Almond Oil is a lightweight moisturiser rich in vitamin E, which provides UV protection. It helps reduce the appearance of scars and dark circles.
 
Castor Oil is antimicrobial and deeply moisturising, particularly for very dry skin. It may help reduce acne-causing bacteria.
 
Responsibly Sourced Palm Oil is rich in antioxidants and provides moisturising and anti-ageing benefits.
 
Olive Oil is high in vitamins and antioxidants that nourish dry skin, though it can clog pores for some skin types.
 
Coconut Oil has antibacterial properties and is intensely moisturising.