How Supperfatting in Artisan Soap Boosts Skin Nourishment
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What Is Superfatting?
Superfatting is the process of adding extra oils to a soap recipe that do not get turned into soap during saponification. These oils stay in the final bar, giving it a more nourishing, moisturizing feel.
In simple terms: it means your skin gets more of the good stuff — like shea butter, olive oil, or avocado — left intact in every bar.
How Superfatting Works in Soap Making
During soap making, oils are mixed with lye to create soap. Superfatting means the maker uses more oil than the lye can turn into soap, leaving some oils untouched.
This is done intentionally to:
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Make the bar extra gentle
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Leave behind moisturizing oils for the skin
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Ensure no lye is left in the final bar
Benefits of Superfatting for Dry Skin
For anyone with dry, flaky, or sensitive skin, superfatted soap is a game changer.
It offers:
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Better hydration than regular soaps
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Protection for the skin’s natural barrier
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A silkier feel in the shower
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Less tightness after washing
Unlike store-bought bars that strip the skin, superfatted artisan soaps work with your skin.
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How Josspure Uses Superfatting
At Josspure, each cold process soap is superfatted with intention. Our certified herbalist carefully calculates the right balance of oils for a bar that’s safe, soft, and rich.
We use:
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Avocado oil for vitamins A, D, and E
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Shea butter for deep nourishment
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Olive oil for a creamy, skin-soothing lather
Every bar is handmade, hand-poured, and cured slowly to protect these ingredients.
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Superfatting and Cold Process Soap
Cold process soap is ideal for superfatted bars. Why?
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It allows oils to stay cool, keeping nutrients intact
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It gives full control of ratios and recipes
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It cures slowly, making the final bar extra mild
Hot process and melt-and-pour methods don’t offer the same level of ingredient preservation.
That’s why Josspure chooses cold process — for nourishment that lasts.
FAQs
Q: What does “superfatted” mean in soap?
A: It means the bar has extra oils that haven’t turned into soap — giving it a more moisturizing feel.
Q: Is superfatted soap better for dry skin?
A: Yes! The added oils help keep skin hydrated and soft after washing.
Q: Will superfatted soap leave residue?
A: No. Josspure bars rinse clean but leave your skin feeling comforted, not stripped.
Q: Is superfatting safe for sensitive skin?
A: Absolutely. We use only gentle, plant-based oils with no irritants.
Q: Does Josspure list superfat percentages?
A: While we don’t list exact numbers, every recipe is formulated to exceed basic hydration needs.
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Summary
What is superfatting in artisan soap?
Superfatting is when extra oils are added to a soap recipe so they stay in the final bar. This makes the soap more moisturizing and gentle — especially for dry, sensitive skin.
