The power of herbal infusions: why we cold-infuse our oils

At Waterfall Glen Soap Company, our commitment to natural skincare goes beyond simple ingredients—we believe in harnessing the full therapeutic power of botanicals. One of the techniques we passionately embrace is cold-infusing oils with herbs. This traditional, gentle extraction method allows us to preserve the beneficial properties of plants fully, delivering maximum skincare benefits to our customers.

Understanding the Cold-Infusion Process

Cold infusion involves soaking dried botanicals in carrier oils at room temperature over several weeks, usually four to six. Unlike heat-based extraction, cold infusion preserves delicate active compounds that can degrade with heat exposure. The slow infusion process gently transfers beneficial elements from herbs into the oil, creating a potent, nutrient-rich skincare ingredient.

Benefits of Cold-Infusion

Cold-infused oils retain a higher concentration of vitamins, antioxidants, and essential fatty acids compared to oils extracted through heating methods. This enhanced potency ensures our skincare products effectively nourish, protect, and rejuvenate your skin.

• Retains Nutritional Integrity: Heat can diminish beneficial nutrients like vitamins and antioxidants. Cold-infusion retains these valuable compounds, ensuring maximum therapeutic effectiveness.

• Enhanced Soothing Properties: Herbal infusions, such as calendula, chamomile, and lavender, retain their soothing and anti-inflammatory effects better when extracted at lower temperatures.

Key Botanicals We Cold-Infuse

At Waterfall Glen Soap Company, we select botanicals known for their significant skin benefits. Some of our favorite herbs include:

• Calendula: Renowned for its powerful anti-inflammatory properties, calendula soothes sensitive skin, reduces redness, and accelerates healing.

• Lavender: Famous for calming and balancing the skin, lavender helps ease irritation and provides gentle antibacterial action.

• Chamomile: Highly regarded for its calming and anti-inflammatory effects, chamomile gently supports sensitive and irritated skin, enhancing its overall health.

• Rosemary: Rich in antioxidants, rosemary helps rejuvenate tired skin, stimulates circulation, and delivers mild antimicrobial effects.

Incorporating Cold-Infused Oils into Our Products

The carefully crafted cold-infused oils form the backbone of our soap and skincare formulations. During soap production, these enriched oils replace part of our regular oil blend, adding potent herbal benefits directly into each bar. We also blend these oils into our body butters, offering deep hydration and therapeutic effects that nourish your skin throughout the day.

Enhancing Skincare Effectiveness

Regular use of products containing cold-infused oils visibly enhances skin health. The increased potency of active botanicals helps address specific skin concerns effectively, such as inflammation, dryness, irritation, and premature aging. Cold-infused oils provide your skin with comprehensive nourishment, improving texture, elasticity, and overall appearance.

Commitment to Sustainability

Our cold-infusion method supports sustainability by reducing energy usage compared to heat-based extraction methods. We responsibly source our herbs from local and organic farms, promoting sustainable agricultural practices and minimizing environmental impact. Additionally, our packaging is eco-friendly, ensuring we uphold our commitment to the environment at every step.

Experience the true power of herbal skincare with Waterfall Glen Soap Company’s cold-infused oil products, carefully designed to nurture your skin naturally and sustainably.