Cucumber & Mint Handmade Soap

I love cucumber and mint soap and I make this soap with real cucumbers. The process is time consuming, but worth it. I first peel the cucumbers and place the cucumber skin in the oven until the skin is dried. Once dried, I then grind the cucumber skin until I get a powder. I set it aside and grind the cucumber to get all the juice out. I use the cucumber juice as my water content that I then mix with the lye and oils. 

Why cucumber? Because cucumbers are hydrating and contain antioxidants, nutrients, and minerals. Cucumbers also contain vitamins such as A, B, and C that promote healthy skin. The hyaluronic acid found in cucumbers work to help hydrate the skin and improve its appearance and glow. Mint is refreshing and a good cleanser and toner. Together, these ingredients make a refreshing bar of soap. 

Ingredients: Olive Oil, Coconut Oil, Organic Cocoa Butter, Natural Shea Butter, Grapeseed Oil, Organic Castor Oil, Cucumber Water, Sodium Hydroxide (Lye), Menthol, Citric Acid, Sodium Lactate, Fragrance.

Scent: I use a cucumber and melon scent for this soap. The smell is fruity, but not overwhelming. 

Weight and Size: Each bar of soap is hand cut approx. 1 inch thick and 3 3/8 inches in length. Bars are approximately 4 oz / 113 g.