My first encounter with the Camel Milk Soaps was on a beautiful sunny Friday at the Ripe Market held at Zabeel Park. The display caught my eye!
I approached the stand and my eyes gazed over the beautiful collection of soaps wrapped in burlap pouches with branded tags identifying the soap inside the mini bags in both English and Arabic.
I am not sure about you my dear readers, I can speak for myself and I can say that I have never thought that camel milk can be used in soaps.
Hence I wondered Why Camel Milk?
The answer is very simple, and I quote the Camel Soap Factory, Milk has been used in cosmetics for a long time. “The Bedouin have known of the curative powers of Camel milk for thousands of years. The Bedouin traditionally used camel fat and milk to protect themselves from the sun.
Scientific studies in the Middle East and Europe have proven its unusual medicinal properties and confirmed its healing benefits to mankind. Camel milk contains vital immune properties and is a natural source of alpha-hydroxy acids for softening the skin, keeping it supple, smooth and preventing wrinkles.” (I am totally sold on this one!)
“The Bedouin have known of the curative powers of Camel milk for thousands of years.”
Did you know that camel milk is a rich source of protective proteins?
“These proteins contain powerful antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal properties. Camel Milk is it is rich in Vitamin C (a natural anti-oxidant), Vitamin A, B1, B2, B12 and carotin. Natural anti-bacterial agents help protect and maintain healthy skin. The Camel soap collection has medical benefits and can be used to treat skin disorders such as Acne, Psoriasis and Eczema.”
Then how did the Camel Soap Factory come to life?
The story dates back to 2004 when founder and owner of the Camel Soap Factory, Stevi Lowmass visited an amazing olive oil factory on her trip to Australia. Having lived in the UAE for several years, Stevi wanted to introduce an ingredient from the region to soap- making. And the idea came to her mind to create soap with camel milk, olive oil in and to add essential oils for their fragrance, healing and purifying properties.
Are you anxious to learn about the variety of soaps available from the Camel Soap Factory?
8 varieties and scents are offered by the company:
Lavender & Rose Geranium
Tension-relieving, astringent, great for oily skin
Lavender
Antiseptic, antibiotic, good for sunburn and dry skin
Lemongrass
Antiseptic, analgesic and anti-depressant
Sweet Orange & Lemon
Uplifting and warming, stimulates the skin
Sweet Orange & Cinnamon
Soothing and stimulating, anti-fungal
Rosemary & Peppermint
Revitalizing, relief of itching and headaches
Tea Tree & Rosemary
Renowned healing properties
Unscented
Simple restorative powers of camel milk and olive oil
