Livitia Olive Oil Soap - Thyme

Although olive oil is not known as a cheap alternative to other oils for culinary uses, it actually is when compared to other skin care products. 
The amount of money people are willing to part with for beauty products - most of which are packed full of synthetic chemicals, colors, artificial fragrances etc. - is staggering. Age defying, wrinkle reducing, skin firming, acne fighting, blemish diminishing, along with re-hydrating, moisturizing, exfoliating, cleansing, Olive oil and a few other basic natural ingredients are all we need for skin care.

Also, Olive oil differs from others as it's extracted from the fruit, not a grain or seed. Virgin and extra virgin olive oils are made by mechanical extraction only, just fruit juice! Seed and grain oils are more difficult to extract and require the use of heat and chemicals after which a filtering process starts, and by the time it's bottled, there really isn't much left of the beneficial nutrients and compounds.

Focused on what is in the product we don't pay enough attention to what is NOT in the product, which actually is as important as what is.
We keep on using creams, lotions, massage oils, toners, cleansers, masks, etc knowing that most contain chemicals that are known carcinogens.
Some of  them haven't even been tested and are not regulated. Most of these products have all the same regular chemicals in them as usual, but since they are added little amount of something that was a good thing, divert our attention with a claim like "with pure olive oil" or "with botanical extracts".

Olive oil is loaded with skin loving nutrients and is a natural humectant that actually helps attract moisture to your dry skin.
It also has vitamins, antioxidants, and natural compounds that benefit our bodies inside and out. Some most specific and useful for skin are:
a. Antioxidants - Olive oil is rich in antioxidants including vitamins A and E, polyphenols, phytosterols & avenasterol.
They work to neutralize free radicals (unstable molecules created by exposure to things like cigarette smoke, pollution, alcohol and radiation) and repair cell membranes
b. Squalene - A natural organic compound used in cosmetics as a moisturizer, which usually is taken from the liver of sharks, but also found in olive oil - a more environmentally friendly source. Squalene helps to regulate sebum. Sebum is produced by the sebaceous glands in our skin and is secreted through our pores. It forms a coating on the skin that acts as a barrier, inhibits the growth of micro-organisms and lubricates our skin and hair.
c. Chlorophyll - A photosynthetic pigment found in plants and algae. It has anti-aging effects and promotes the healing of skin conditions and wounds.

Why olive oil for skin care?

*Olive Oil is preferred for moisturizing the skin, especially when used in OCM (Oil Cleansing Method- a mixture of olive oil, a suitable carrier oil and a select blend of essential oils.).
*The low incidence of skin cancer among Mediterranean people (despite a strong sun) and its well-known anti-oxidant affect have brought olive oil international acclaim for
skin care too. Skin and hair cleansed with olive oil soap retain moisture, resilience, suppleness and brightness.
*It's no wonder dermatologists everywhere recommend olive oil soaps for dry and sensitive skin. The soaring popularity of these gentle, moisturizing soaps has given rise to
a new tide of soap makers, beyond the Mediterranean ring, employing many of the ancient methods with their local olive harvests.

Dermatologically;

Livitia soaps are produced with highest quality Ayvalik olive oil, which is the best of Turkey and is world famous. Our soaps Have no chemical additives, artificial coloring or fragrances, salts, animal fats etc..The only additives are distilled plant oils and/or plant particles themself. All our soaps are handmade by artisans using the Mediterranean traditions of centuries. 100% pure & natural.

Product of highest quality 100% natural Ayvalik olive oil. Has no chemical additives. Handmade using Mediterranean traditions.

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