Our certified-organic soaps for sensitive skin

Every year, French people use on average 1.6 kg of soap per person¹. So it would be fair to say that it’s quite a popular product! But it’s also a product that people can be wary of, especially if they have sensitive skin, as using a soap can lead to feelings of skin tightness and prickling sensations.

Soaps for sensitive skin should be both gentle and comforting

Fortunately, there are specific alternatives that are designed to avoid these problems. Absolution’s soaps for sensitive skin are made with natural and organic ingredients, and provide the perfect solution to care for your skin without compromising its health or comfort. So, instead of using a regular soap, try changing your habits and using an organic, ultra-rich soap made with ingredients that care for your face and sensitive skin, leave your skin feeling soft after each use, and can be used every day.

Can you really cleanse sensitive skin with soap?

Sensitive skin is characterized by a tendency to be overly reactive to external stimuli. Symptoms of sensitive skin include redness, prickling or burning sensations, and dryness – all of which are signs of a weakened skin barrier. If you use a regular soap to cleanse sensitive skin, these reactions can get even worse.

Conventional soaps often contain harsh cleansing agents, such as sulfates, which strip the skin of its natural oils, making it even more sensitive.

Chemical preservatives and fragrances, which tend to be added to these products, also contribute to skin discomfort. As a result, after cleansing with soap, your skin can feel tight, really tight!So the question is: are soaps really suitable for cleansing sensitive skin? And the answer is: yes!

But there is one condition… It has to be the right kind of soap, specially formulated to be gentle on weakened or fragile skin.

How to choose a soap that will work with your sensitive skin

When looking for a soap for sensitive skin, you have to look very carefully! Give priority to ultra-rich, cold-processed soaps. Look for products rich in natural glycerin – an ingredient renowned for its moisturizing and protective properties.

You should also opt for soaps that are free from sulfates, parabens and synthetic fragrances. Above all, look for simple, natural formulas, with botanical oils such as avocado or sweet almond oil, known for their soothing and nourishing benefits. A good sensitive skin soap must be able to cleanse the skin effectively while keeping it soft and balanced.

What ingredients are used in Absolution’s soaps for sensitive skin?

Absolution’s Le Savon Blanc, specially formulated for sensitive skin, is made from the very best of nature, with botanical ingredients chosen for their calming and regenerating properties:

Calendula oil is known for its softening effect and its ability to restore the skin’s natural protection.
Ultra-nourishing coconut oil envelops the skin in a protective film that soothes and softens.
Shea butter strengthens the skin barrier while promoting skin repair.
Last but not least, rice bran oil, rich in antioxidants, helps to protect against premature aging and stimulates circulation, revitalizing the skin.

Can sensitive skin soaps be used on all skin types?

Absolution’s sensitive skin soaps are enriched with natural active ingredients and meet many skin needs. They’re designed to be gentle and dermo-protective, and while they’re ideal for sensitive skin, they also offer benefits for other skin types. Dry skin, for example, will love the fact that they cleanse without drying.

Good to know: what soap is best for oily skin?
People who have combination or oily skin, which is characterized by irregular sebum production, with both dry areas and shiny areas on the face (the latter in the T-zone), may prefer to use specific soaps. Absolution’s Le Savon Noir is ideal in such cases, as it’s made with ingredients that not only target excess sebum production, but also blemishes.

How to incorporate sensitive skin soaps into your daily routine

It’s quite easy to start using a soap for sensitive skin. Le Savon Blanc can be used on the face, but also on the body. For a gentle skin-cleansing ritual, proceed as follows!

Begin by wetting your skin. Lather up the soap in your hands, then massage it over your skin with gentle circular movements.
Rinse well with cool or warm water. Hot water removes the skin’s natural protection, so if your skin is sensitive, avoid it at all costs! There shouldn’t be any traces of soap left on your skin.

Apply a moisturizing cream to strengthen the skin barrier and increase skin hydration. For sensitive skin, we recommend La Crème Riche or our best-seller, the multi-purpose Addiction oil.

3 points to remember:

Opt for extra-rich soaps free from sulfates and parabens, and enriched with natural plant oils – active ingredients that effectively cleanse sensitive skin while keeping it soft.
Absolution’s Le Savon Blanc is formulated with beneficial ingredients such as calendula oil, coconut oil, shea butter and rice bran oil.
Absolution’s sensitive skin soaps can be used by all skin types, from very dry to combination and oily skin.

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