Top Skincare Mistakes: Soap?
Soap is an everyday cleansing agent that is used to clear away dirt and greese right? Wrong! If used frequently enough, some traditional soaps can do more harm than good. You should immediately run to your bathroom and check whether or not you are using the right kind of soap.
British dermitologist Dr. F. Ray Bettley made a bold statement when he said that traditional soap is actually bad for your skin. Bettley said that typical soap, 
made from “caustic alkalies and fats,” has a way of not only removing dirt and greese from our skin, but also the skin’s natural protective layer, which ensures moisturization.
But have no fear–there is a solution. “Soapless soap” is a cleansing agent that does not strip the skin of its necessary natural nutrients. There are several brands of soapless soap on the skincare market–though some can get very pricey. My favorite is the Aquanil cleanser–it’s a gentle, soapless and lipid free cleanser that restores moisture.
It’s definitely affordable–around $10.58. If you’re really concerned and would like to get the top of the line product in soapless skincare, items can range up to $70.00.
It doesn’t stop there. Manufacturers have developed soapless shampoo and soapless conditioner as well. These products will definitely inhibit excessive dryness to your hair. One thing’s for sure—if you’re using the cheap soap from the Dollar Tree, you’re probably scrubbing away essential oils from your skin. When it comes to skincare, it pays to spend a little bit more.