What is pH-neutral shower gel for the skin?
You often hear good things about it. Neutral pH shower gel is said to be good, even better for you. Gentle and respectful of the epidermis, it should be preferred over other cleansing products, especially since the whole family can benefit from it. But what hidden wonders make neutral pH shower gel so good for the skin?
pH, what are we talking about?
First of all, did you know that pH stands for “potential hydrogen”? Did you also know that it is measured on a scale from 0 to 14 and is used to determine whether an environment is acidic, neutral, or alkaline? Pure water, for example, has a neutral pH of 7.
Also, the pH of your skin changes depending on your age, the area of the body, and your gender. This is, for example, why it is so important to pay attention to the pH of the female intimate area.
Generally, the skin’s pH is between 4 and 7, which means it is slightly acidic. This relative acidity is due to the sebum, lactic acid, and amino acids in sweat that cover and protect it.
Note: the pH of oily skin is about 5. Normal skin is between 5.2 and 5.5, and dry skin between 5.7 and 5.9. In comparison, most regular shower gels tend to have an alkaline pH around 10.
Why use a pH-neutral shower gel for the skin?
The difference between the pH of a regular shower gel and that of the epidermis is what justifies the use of a pH-neutral shower gel for the skin. To cleanse and protect it gently.
Unlike regular shower gels, pH-neutral shower gel for the skin preserves the skin’s natural barrier. The very one that protects your skin from aggressions, redness, tightness, and dryness.
Respecting the pH is even more important if your skin is fragile or sensitive. But if you’re a True Nature lover, you surely know: Corine de Farme is the French brand dedicated to the delicate skin of moms and babies.
pH-neutral or soap-free shower gel, the ally of dry and reactive skin
In the hygiene and cosmetics aisle, there are many formats dedicated to cleansing the skin. Liquid or solid, scented or not, but always hypoallergenic and pH-neutral for the skin, Corine de Farme’s soap-free soaps can be used by the whole family.
Moreover, if they are so gentle, it’s because they contain no controversial ingredients. You can check: Corine de Farme’s Soin Pure 0% shower gels have a very short ingredient list, fully in line with Clean Beauty goals.
Wondering what Clean Beauty is? Clean Beauty, which is very attached to the precautionary principle, stands as a fervent protector of your skin and nature. Its greatest asset is drastically reducing formulas, with the idea that a shorter ingredient list minimizes allergic risks and potential environmental impact while maximizing product knowledge.
So, for all sensitive, dry, and reactive bodies that Corine de Farme loves to care for, pH-neutral shower gel for the skin is ideal.
Neutral pH for the skin, neutral bottle for the environment
And because Corine never does things halfway, her Pure 0% shower care gel, in addition to containing no controversial ingredients, boasting 97% ingredients of natural origin, and meeting Clean Beauty criteria, is also eco-friendly with French manufacturing and recyclable packaging.
In fact, Corine de Farme’s laboratories and packaging lines are located in France, which drastically limits pollution from transport. Finally, the economical 500 ml bottle of our shower gel and its cap can be placed directly in the recycling bin.
We also think about the health of your hair, with the best nourishing shampoo, with a natural formulation. We also offer care products to protect the skin from the sun, especially a shimmering body oil and a sunscreen cream for face and body.
