It does not contain many chemicals that pregnant or nursing women should avoid. These include Cocamidopropyl betaine, MCI/MI, silicones, etc. These are surfactants, preservatives, and smootheners respectively. Pears Soap does not contain coal tar (a by-product of coal production). Coal tar is great for psoriasis. The liquid additive helps soothe the itchiness and flaky patches. It also slows down the disproportionate growth of skin cells. This growth is what makes psoriasis so troublesome. Contains petroleum: Many shower gels and body washes are made of petroleum-derived synthetic detergents and need emulsifying agents and stabilisers to maintain their consistency. But it is feared to be carcinogenic. It is believed to cause organ damage and disrupt hormones. But there is minimal evidence of this, even in animal tests. Lillie Langtry became the first woman to endorse a commercial product, when her famous ivory complexion gained her a contract to advertise Pears soap. Her fee was related to her weight, so it was said that she was paid " pound for pound".

Yes, Pears Soap does contain chemicals derived from palm oil. These include Sodium Palmate and Sodium Palm Kernelate. Sodium Palmate is extracted from palm oil. Palm oil in itself is derived from the whole palm fruit. No, Pears is completely vegetarian. It does not use any kind of animal fat (tallow). Tallow fat or salt helps create a luscious, smooth foam or lather. This lather also acts as a mild cleanser. It helps to alleviate symptoms of skin diseases. Pears is dermatologically tested to be moderate on sensitive skin. But you can take your doctor’s opinion on whether it is suitable for you. Every pregnancy and skin type is different. Is Pears soap safe for babies?

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Vegan soaps and shower gels are now offered by ALTER/NATIVE and Ecoleaf by Suma, Avalon Organics, Baylis and Harding, Bentley Organics, Bio-D, Bulldog, Caurnie Soap, Conscious Skincare, Cuticura bar soap, Faith in Nature, Friendly Soap, Honesty, Jason, Little Soap Company, Lucy Bee, Lush, Pure Nuff Stuff, Lavera, Green People, Weleda, Urtekram, Neal’s Yard. Obviously, the chemicals that aren’t good for adults tend to be even more harmful to babies. Baby skin absorbs and reacts more strongly. Is Pears soap safe for pets? Damages aquatic life: What you use on your body ends up in the water system. Liquid detergents may contain harmful substances that can bioaccumulate in living organisms. At the same time, it does contain ingredients of moderate concern. They are better avoided, because of possible side effects. Jones, Geoffrey (1 February 2008). "Blonde and blue-eyed? Globalizing beauty, c.1945–c.1980" (PDF). The Economic History Review. 61 (1): 125–154. doi: 10.1111/j.1468-0289.2007.00388.x. JSTOR 40057559. S2CID 154339826 . Retrieved 14 February 2023.

Yes, Pears soap should be fine for pregnant women to use. Pears is mild on the skin. It can be soothing since the skin is much more sensitive during pregnancy. It doesn’t cause any specific toxicity. Pears Glycerin soap is a British brand of soap first produced and sold in 1807 by Andrew Pears, at a factory just off Oxford Street in London. It was the world's first mass-market translucent soap. Under the stewardship of advertising pioneer Thomas J. Barratt, A. & F. Pears initiated a number of innovations in sales and marketing. English actress and socialite Lillie Langtry was recruited to become the poster-girl for Pears in 1882, and in doing so she became the first celebrity to endorse a commercial product. [3] [4] Using the artist John Collier's 'Water baby' (1890) to advertise the soap in the Illustrated London News summer edition 1895, p.4 Yes, it should be okay to use Pears soap on your new tattoo. The glycerin traps moisture and prevents peeling. This is great for the healing of the tattoo. Dryness can make you scratch, spoiling the tattoo shape. Not exactly. Pears is not very harsh. Glycerin-based soaps are also rather safe and useful for animals. But Pears has a high alkaline pH which is unsuitable for animals. Pets have different body pH.

If you like our Transparent Soap Bar then why not try our Shower Gel or our Liquid Hand Wash? We have three lovely fragrances; our iconic fragrance made with Natural Oils, our uplifting & refreshing fragrance with Mint Extract and our mild & refreshing fragrance with Lemon Extracts. Pears Pure & Gentle Transparent Soap Bar with Natural Oils carries our iconic fragrance of natural oils like Rosemary, Lavender and Thyme. The NHS, World Health Organisation, and Centres for Disease Control do not stipulate whether to use a bar or liquid soap. A precaution with bar soap is to keep it dry and not let it lie in a puddle of germ-loving sludge. Even though Pears is very tender, its pH is very alkaline. Baby skin pH is even more delicate. An alkaline soap can cause redness, allergies, inflammation, etc. The soap is labeled hypoallergenic. But ingredients like colorants and glycol ethers can cause breathing problems.