FAQ

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How should I store Yuan soaps?

Yuan soaps contain lots of glycerine and moisturising fats that are not yet saponified, thus place the soap in a cool and dry place at all times so that the moisturising properties in the soap can be kept fresh. To extend the life of the soap, keep the soap dry after use and do not soak it in water.

How long will a bar of soap last?

If you use the soap daily for body wash, it’s about a month. If you only use the soap for face wash, it can last from 2 to 3 months.

What is the shelf life of Yuan soap?

Two years of shelf life. But if it is kept in a good condition, the soap will not deteriorate.

Why are Yuan soaps cost more than other common products in the market?

Yuan soaps are made with the most basic edible oil, as well as sodium hydroxide from the electrolysis of sea salt, and also the fresh grass of Taiwan and natural essential oils. NonToxic ingredients. Our herbs are 100% Natural from YangMingShan National Park, Taiwan. No preservatives, colouring ingredients and fragrance added.

Each of our soap is crafted through 18 steps of the natural soap making process. The soap is condensed at room temperature for 60 days to preserve the vitamins and healing properties of the medicinal herbs in our soap.

The meticulous process, natural herbal ingredients made premium quality Yuan soap. But with amazing effects, you will find it worth the price.

Why are handmade Yuan soaps softer than other industrial soaps?

Yuan soap contains lots of glycerine and moisturizing fats that are not yet saponified. In addition, All Yuan soaps go through a cold process and contain no artificial hardened ingredients and no hard oil. Those make Yuan’s products to be softer than the normal soaps. However, the softness does not affect the quality of the products at all.

Can the product be used for pregnant women and babies?

Yuan soap comprises all natural ingredients which are suitable for pregnant women and babies. You can view our product pages for more information.

Can I use soap for both the face and body?

Yuan soaps are mild and do not contain chemical properties. It cleanses and moisturises completely, you can comfortably apply for your face or body as you please.

What are the white specks in Yuan soap?

Those are the crystals formed when the essential oil meets the cold air.

What is Yuan’s cold process in manufacturing soaps?

The unique cold-process method is to make materials at a low temperature without heating. By doing this, the high-quality ingredients can be kept in soap without being destroyed in the process of making.

Some high-quality ingredients are vulnerable to heat, such as vegetable oil and extracts that are the base of soap. The cold-process method ensures these natural ingredients are better preserved.

Why do I feel a little stinging after taking a shower?

This is because of the citrus tangerine ingredient. It has the effect of killing bacteria and cleaning. It can also remove the dirt on your skin. Please put your mind at ease.

Why do Yuan Soaps have less foam?

Yuan soaps contained no foaming agents, so the foam is less when you take shower. However, it cleans just as well as other soaps.

Other industrial soaps and shower cream are added with foaming agents in the making process. It gives consumers the impression of thorough cleansing during showers. On the contrary, the more you wash, the more residues are left on your skin. This is because the foaming agent is a chemical product that will harm your skin when used frequently, regardless of laundry detergent, dishwashing detergent, shower cream or facial cleansing cream.