Soaps… To be consumed without moderation!
Soaps made from alcohol,
Why ?
I had often heard about the benefits of beer for the skin. This idea, already established for a long time in France, began to interest me more and more. While doing my research, I discovered that beer contains potassium as well as vitamin B. It has moisturizing qualities while also being very rich in antioxidants. I then began looking for a microbrewery willing to provide me with spent grain for making beer soaps.
After visiting several microbreweries in my area, I finally found Farnham Ale & Lager Microbrewery, which enthusiastically agreed to donate their spent grains to me. Typically, most microbreweries donate their spent grains to pig farms to feed the pigs.
This is how it all started: beer soaps! And trust me, you won't smell like a barrel after your daily shower, that's a promise!
What is beer DRAFT?
Brewer's spent grain is a waste product produced during the brewing of beer. It is a mixture of malt grains and other ingredients used in the brewing process that have already provided their flavor and sugar to the beer during cooking and fermentation. Brewer's spent grain can be composted or used as animal feed, as it still contains nutrients such as protein and carbohydrates.
Brewer’s grains are packed with nutrients such as minerals, vitamins, and amino acids that can benefit the skin. In particular, it contains high amounts of silica, which can strengthen skin tissue and improve skin elasticity. It also contains antioxidants that help protect the skin from free radical damage. Additionally, brewer’s grains can hydrate and nourish the skin due to its moisturizing properties. Using brewer’s grains in skin products such as soaps, creams, and lotions can improve the appearance of the skin by leaving it softer, more hydrated, and brighter.
The particularity of MY soaps…
1/3 of soaps are composed of an unusual exfoliant. It is important to emphasize the benefits of the exfoliating function of soaps.
- Removing dead skin cells: Exfoliation helps remove dead skin cells, which can make skin appear softer and brighter.
- Stimulate blood circulation: By gently massaging the skin with an exfoliant, you can stimulate blood circulation, which can improve the overall health of the skin.
- Preventing blackheads and pimples: Dead skin cells can clog pores, which can cause blackheads and pimples. Regular use of an exfoliator can help prevent these skin problems.
Beer, okay, how about gin and rum?
As I thought about it, I wondered if it was possible to use the gins and rum from my Magog neighbour, Cherry River , to carry out the same process.
Fruits are macerated in alcohol, such as brandy, rum, gin or liqueur, for several weeks or months, which can infuse the fruit with alcohol flavors and aromas. The process makes them more interesting in terms of smell, taste and texture.
Fruits macerated in alcohol are often used for desserts, cocktails and drinks, but can also be eaten as snacks or accompaniments for cheeses and cold cuts.
I then spoke with Marie-Josée, my sidekick from Karité de Lapointe, the one with whom I work miracles for the manufacture of my soaps. I shared my idea with her, and to my great joy, she confirmed that it was indeed possible to make soaps from macerated fruits, which would have a ton of benefits.
We conducted several tests and experiments to design the soaps and integrate the fruits.
The fruits were dried, undried, cut, cut even finer, crushed, ground and finally ground and ground again, which resulted in success ! Afterwards, we carried out smell tests, because getting a good smell is not as easy as it seems, especially in the presence of other smells from other ingredients.
Cherry River was actively involved in all phases of the process. The team was highly invested in the project, resulting in a great collaborative effort that continues to this day!
Where to find these fabulous soaps?
The entire range of soaps is available online, directly at http://boutiqueetc.ca , but also in stores at:
- Tanning salon ETC…
- Tite Frette Joliette and Magog
- Cherry River Magog
- Farnham Ale & Lager Microbrewery
