Ingredient Glossary Alam Ara

Jar of virgin organic coconut oil and fresh coconuts for Alam Ara soap lather

Coconut Oil (The Bubble Booster)

Description: his superstar ingredient creates the rich, fluffy clouds of lather in our soaps, providing a robust cleanse that effectively lifts away dirt and excess oils. It hardens the bar to ensure it lasts longer in your shower. Extracted from the white kernel (meat) of the coconut palm (Cocos nucifera).
Best For: Oily to Normal skin and those who love a deep, bubbly clean.

Sustainable organic palm oil kernels used for hardening handmade soap bars

Sustainable Palm Oil (The Structurer)

Description: “Ever had a natural soap that melts away in two days? We use organic Palm Oil to ensure your Alam Ara bar stays hard, durable, and long-lasting in your shower. It creates a creamy, stable texture that feels luxurious against the skin.
Best For: A long-lasting bar with a creamy feel.

Golden organic olive oil in a glass bottle for gentle baby safe soap

Organic Olive Oil (The Gentle Giant)

Description: Often called ‘Liquid Gold’ for the skin. Olive Oil is the foundation of the world’s mildest soaps. It penetrates deep into the skin to moisturize without clogging pores. We use it to ensure our soaps are gentle enough for babies and those with eczema.
Best For: Sensitive skin, eczema, and gentle hydration.

Fresh sunflower seeds and light oil for non-greasy skincare

Sunflower Oil (The Silky Conditioner)

Description: Packed with Vitamin E and antioxidants. Sunflower Oil is incredibly light and non-greasy, leaving a silky feeling on your skin after you rinse. It helps regenerate damaged skin cells and fights against acne without blocking your pores.
Best For: Acne-prone skin and a silky finish

Thick natural castor oil drop for stabilizing creamy soap lather

Castor Oil (The Bubble Stabilizer)

Description: A thick, honey-like oil that transforms a regular wash into a creamy experience. Castor Oil acts as a humectant, meaning it draws moisture from the air to your skin. In our soaps, it stabilizes the lather, making the bubbles thick, creamy, and long-lasting.
Best For: Creamy lather and locking in moisture.

Red rosehip fruit and premium oil drops for anti-aging and fading scars

Organic Rosehip Oil (The Anti-Aging Elixir)

Description: A luxury oil rich in natural Retinoic Acid (Vitamin A). We add Rosehip Oil to our premium bars to help speed up cell regeneration. It is famous for fading dark spots, acne scars, and fine lines, giving you a brighter, more youthful complexion.
Best For: Fading scars, dark spots, and wrinkles.

Golden jojoba oil for balancing oily and combination skin

Golden Jojoba Oil (The Skin Mimic)

Description: Technically a liquid wax, Jojoba is the closest thing in nature to human skin oil (sebum). Because it mimics your skin, it balances oil production—tricking oily skin into producing less oil and dry skin into producing more.
Best For: Balancing combination skin and regulating oil.

Chunks of raw unrefined African Shea Butter for deep moisturizing soap

Shea Butter (The Deep Moisturizer)

Description: A superfood for your skin. Extracted from the nut of the African Shea tree, this rich butter is packed with Vitamins A and E. We add it generously to our soaps to create a creamy barrier that locks in moisture, softens rough patches, and restores elasticity to aging skin.
Best For: Very dry skin, elbows, and anti-aging.

Solid blocks of natural cocoa butter for skin elasticity and scar healing

Cocoa Butter (The Moisture Lock)

Description: Nature’s barrier repair. Cocoa Butter is a hard fat that smells faintly of chocolate and adds firmness to the soap bar. It forms a protective layer on top of your skin to hold in moisture, making it excellent for reducing stretch marks and healing scars.
Best For: Stretch marks, scars, and skin elasticity.

Clear drop of pure natural glycerin for locking moisture into skin

Natural Glycerin (The Moisture Magnet)

Description: Not added, but naturally created. In commercial soaps, glycerin is removed to be sold separately. At Alam Ara, we keep 100% of the natural glycerin produced during the soap-making process. It grabs water from the air and keeps your skin hydrated for hours after washing.
Best For: All-day hydration and preventing “tight” skin.

Tea tree leaves and antiseptic oil bottle for fighting acne bacteria

Organic Neem Oil (The Purifier)

Description: Nature’s most powerful antiseptic. We use cold-pressed Neem Oil to actively fight acne-causing bacteria and soothe irritated skin. Known as the ‘Village Pharmacy’ in South Asia, it heals breakouts and prevents future infections without the harsh side effects of chemical treatments.
Best For: Acne, eczema, and bacterial infections.

Wooden spoon dripping with raw organic honey for natural skin glow

Raw Organic Honey (The Healer)

Description: Liquid gold for your skin. Honey is a natural humectant, meaning it draws moisture from the air directly into your skin to keep it hydrated all day. We use raw, unprocessed honey to calm inflammation and give your skin a soft, natural glow while fighting off bacteria.
Best For: Dry skin, dullness, and healing scars.

Fresh sliced aloe vera leaf showing natural gel for soothing sunburn

Organic Aloe Vera (The Soother)

Description: “Instant relief for sun-damaged skin. We use fresh Aloe Vera gel to cool down heat rashes and reduce redness immediately. Its high water content hydrates without feeling greasy, making it the perfect gentle cleanser for sensitive or sunburned skin.
Best For: Sensitive skin, sunburns, and summer heat.

Bright orange organic turmeric root and powder for skin brightening

Turmeric / Haldi (The Brightener)

Description: “The secret to a radiant glow. Turmeric contains curcumin, a powerful antioxidant that fades dark spots and evens out skin tone. We use organic turmeric root to help reduce pigmentation and bring out your skin’s natural brightness.
Best For: Dark spots, hyperpigmentation, and bridal glow.

Tea tree leaves and antiseptic oil bottle for fighting acne bacteria

Organic Tea Tree Oil (The Acne Fighter)

Description: Nature’s most powerful antiseptic. We use pure Tea Tree Oil to actively fight acne-causing bacteria and unclog pores. It reduces inflammation and regulates oil production without harsh chemicals, making it a staple for clear, healthy skin.
Best For: Acne, oily skin, and blemishes