The formulation of soap bars has become more complex over the years due to the need to increase the functionality of the soaps. Nowadays, the consumers have become very accustomed to multi-functional products. Traditionally, soaps were designed for cleaning the skin only but overtime soaps began to be used as delivery system for perfumes, superfattting agents and active ingredients to the effect that the cleansing aspect has become almost secondary.

Currently there are many types of soaps available in the market, from cheap mass market soaps to premium soaps with various types of additives such as vitamin E, aloe vera and even goats milk.

Main Research: Rubaah Masri