Soaps are categorized into two groups of shapes in general, they can be in solid and bars shape or have a liquid form.
These different types are utilized for several purposes and each product has its particular specifics and process of manufacturing.
Detergent soaps are one type of soaps that are available in powder, gel, and liquid forms.
The main material in detergent soaps ingredient is a surfactant, this is the main substance that removes the dirt in the washing process.
Some of the soaps are produced with the aim of beauty and care.
Beauty soaps as the name convey, help the maintenance of the beauty of the face.
Beauty soaps are mostly used for skin softness and the removal of acne and blotches.
These products are available in liquid, gel, and bar form, with different scents and ingredients.
The main purpose of these soaps is skin cleaning and removal of the bacteria from the skin.
Dishwashing soaps are another type of soap that is produced with the aim of washing dishes.
What differentiates dishwashing soaps from regular ones is the high level of active substance in the ingredient.
Most dishwashing soaps contain a sort of chemical material which is not advised to have contact with the skin.
These kinds of soaps create a considerable amount of foam due to their usage; they are produced with different scents and perfumes.
Medical soaps are considered to cure multiple diseases.
Some skin diseases such as blackheads, pustules, and bacteria issues can be cured with the help of medical soaps.
Types of Soap
We can categorize the soaps based on the materials utilized in the ingredients.
The first category to discuss is milky soap, this type of soap has an incredible level of softness, not only useful for the nourishment of the skin but also removes the blotches and macules on the skin.
This type of soap is also suitable for the skin of infants as the regular soaps may cause dryness and other problems to their skin.
Flavored soaps These kinds of soaps are a sub-category of medical soaps that are produced with different perfumes and ingredients such as mint, rosemary, coffee, lemon, and other fresh essentials.
Organic soaps Organic soaps are extracted from plants or animals, these types of soaps are free of chemical substances and are mostly produced with natural sodium powder.
they are advised for health care and beauty.
Luxurious soaps These soaps are created from hazelnut essentials, almonds, and chocolate, due to the substances used in the ingredients they have a higher price compared to the other soaps.
These sorts of soaps are natural and useful for the skin.
Perfumed soaps These kinds of soaps have been specially made for use in the sprint mines or aromatherapy salons, but people use them for regular daily purposes too.
Different Types of Soap Making
Melting Process This process is mostly used for homemade soap making, the procedure starts by melting the soap in the firsthand, and then putting the melted materials into the prepared bars.
Cold and hot press In both ways (hot and cold) basic ingredients of the soap are used, this process leads to the production of the purest soaps.
Hotpress process In this process, the level of the ion with fat for the production of the soap does not have to be paralleled which makes the procedures much easier.
The only disadvantage of this process compared to the cold process is that the shape of the soap bar is not of that order, these types of soaps are mostly used in laundries.
Cold press process This process creates the most beautiful soaps with the best shape.
Most of the beautifully shaped soaps available on the market are produced through this process.
Rebatching / Milling Method In this method, the soaps that have been built before are recreated, by crushing the soaps together, melting them again, and turning them to know products.
The quality of the soaps varies depending on their production procedure.
Different Types of Liquid Soap
There are different types of liquid soaps from a variety of aspects, different formulas are attained for these types of products.
Every type of liquid soap is made especially for a purpose, some of them are regular hand washing liquid or sanitizers, and some are useful for moisturizing the skin.
In most handwashing liquids, the formula is slightly soft and smooth but strong in cleaning hands.
By the use of the essence of aloe vera, flowers, or different types of oils, washing liquids have the capability of cleaning power and are suitable for skincare.
Hand washing liquids can be in two forms liquid or foam.
Also, three forms of creamy, seashell, and clear are available for hand washing liquids.
The use of foam hand washing liquids has increased recently due to the easy use of this product.
By pressing the bottom, a considerable amount of air pushes up along with the washing liquid and creates the foam form.
This type of washing liquid has got two advantages which are an easy wash for the hands and it is more economic than the regular liquids and lasts a long time from the aspect of capacity.
Generally, washing liquids have an advantage compared to soaps, using soaps decreases the fat in the skin, though washing liquids do not have these kinds of problems.
Types of Soaps Chemistry
The formula for washing hand liquids must contain a protective and appropriate level of PH for skin care and protection of the hands. The product must be free of harmful substances such as formalin and oxidant.
Surfactants in the washing hand liquids increase the power of cleaning.
For extra cleaning power and anti-bacterial power alcohol and Quadro, ammonium sodium is added to the formula.
A good hand washing liquid should contain the privilege of softening the skin in addition to the cleaning powers and rest of the features.
To have a pleasant scent for this product, utilizing the proper essence and color in manufacturing the product is of a high level of importance.