Opuntia Shower Gel (Prickly Pear)

Our emphasis on natural ingredients over harsh chemical agents in our bar soaps carries over to our liquid soap formulations as well. While many of the ingredients in our shower gels and liquid soaps have names that evoke a vision of chemicals, they are actually derived from natural processes, organic ingredients and extracts, or are preservatives from natural sources.

Here is a handy guide to our common liquid soap and shower gel ingredients and their purpose:

• Cocamidopropyl Betaine: It is obtained from cocamide (a mixture of amides and fatty acids from coconut oil) and betaine (an amino acid found in plant foods and especially in beets). It has excellent cleansing properties and is ideal for baby products and cleaning products for sensitive skin
• Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate: It has strong foaming properties, and is intended for sensitive and easily irritable skin
• Sodium Coco-Glucoside Tartrate: It is an extremely delicate surfactant on the skin, suitable for products for children, the elderly and delicate skin.
• Panthenol: Moisturizing. It also acts as a softening, soothing and anti-irritating agent. It also helps the skin create a barrier against irritation and water loss.
• Glucose: Humectant and moisturizing agent, to prevent skin dryness.
• Sodium Glutamate: Helps improve skin compatibility of the finished product.
• Sorbitol: Has moisturizing and moisturizing properties on the skin.
• Urea: Urea is a component of our skin. It has the property of retaining water molecules in the epidermis up to the deeper layers. This mechanism allows to keep the skin hydrated and soft; it is in fact useful for dehydrated, dry, chapped skin. It acts as a humectant and soothing.
• Glycine: Glycine is the most abundant amino acid in collagen with moisturizing and antioxidant properties.
• Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein: They are the hydrolyzed proteins of wheat. It has softening and restructuring properties and gives a silky and elastic touch.
• Sodium PCA: Sodium PCA has a great ability to retain water, is used as an excellent humectant and moisturizer. The skin benefits from Sodium PCA, which makes it hydrated and elastic and contributes to maintaining the skin’s natural pH level.
• Caprylyl Glycol: Has moisturizing and emollient properties. It confers a smooth and dry sensory characteristic to topical skin care products.
• Lactic Acid: In cosmetics, lactic acid acts as a product that regulates keratinization (the process that regulates skin renewal) and has a light peeling effect, leaving the skin smooth and flexible. It is also used as an adjunct in the treatment of problems related to acne, psoriasis and impure skin.
• Caprylhydroxamic Acid: Green preservative / chelating agent
• Ethylhexylglycerin: “Green” preservative with antimicrobial properties. However, it also has emollient, moisturizing and slightly humectant properties.
• Citric Acid: Green preservative / chelating agent
• Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate: Green preservative / chelating agent

A fruity and aromatic fragrance with top notes of bergamot, pineapple and blackcurrant that give way to floral body notes of birch, rose and jasmine. Woody, musky and slightly amber base notes anchored by patchouli, vetiver, white musk and oak moss.

Ingredients: Aqua (Water), Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Sodium Coco-Glucoside Tartrate, Parfum (Fragrance), Glycerin, Panthenol, Glucose, Sodium Glutamate, Sorbitol, Urea, Glycine, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Sodium PCA, Caprylyl Glycol, Lactic Acid, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric Acid, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Hydroxyisohexyl 3-CyclohexeneCarboxaldehyde, Limonene, Linalool

Standard shipping is offered free of charge with orders $70 and more in the continental US and $95 for orders to Canada, Hawaii, Alaska and U.S. territories after all discounts, including vouchers for reward points, and before applicable taxes. Shipping charges for orders that do not qualify for free shipping are presented at checkout and are based on final shipping destination.

Since we are located in New Jersey all orders shipped to:

• the East Coast should be expected to arrive within 1-3 days 
• the West Coast should be expected to arrive within 5-10 days.

Please keep this in mind when placing your order. Please ensure you've chosen the correct shipping address as once it has left our warehouse we are unable to update the address, if not updated in time, the customer is responsible for locating their order or replacing their order. We are unable to cancel orders once they have been picked & packed at our warehouse, please call us directly for options.

Most orders are processed and shipped within 1-2 days of receipt. Processing and shipping time does not include weekends or national holidays.

Please note:

• We do not ship to PO boxes.
• We are unable to ship outside of the United States and Canada at this time. 
• Any customs duties or import taxes associated with an order shipped to Canada or any other territory where such fees are applicable are to be paid by the purchaser. Prices listed do not include such charges.
• Expedited delivery is available at an additional charge, please contact our customer care team at servizio@saponificiovaresino with inquiries.
• We are not responsible for any errors you make in order's contents, delivery address entry or if you are not available to receive the order. Please review your order and contact us immediately if you find mistakes. In case your order gets returned to us due to your data entry error or your absence at the time of delivery, we can:
• Issue a Refund: We will issue a refund if you choose to cancel your order after such an instance of non-delivery. We will deduct the original shipping fee from your refund, as well as any additional charges/penalties shipping carriers apply for returning the package to us; or
• Re-ship: In such cases, an additional fee will apply to reship your goods.