How is a pH 5.5 soap-free wash different from regular soap? — Elina Soap-Free Cleansing Lotion pH 5.5 500 ml

Regular soap often has a more alkaline pH, while the skin surface is naturally slightly acidic. ELINA Soap-Free Wash Lotion is formulated with a pH of 5.5, which is chosen to be closer to that natural skin surface environment. For many people, this can make cleansing feel less drying and less harsh than washing with classic soap.

The product is still a cleanser: it is used to remove excess oil, sweat, everyday dirt and impurities from the face and body. The difference is that it is designed to do this without the tight, stripped feeling that some people experience after using ordinary soap or strongly foaming cleansers.

This can be especially relevant if you wash your hands, face or body frequently, shower after sport, live in dry indoor air, or find that regular soap leaves your skin feeling uncomfortable. A soap-free pH-balanced lotion does not mean it will suit every person perfectly, but it is often chosen when the goal is gentle daily cleansing rather than a very strong degreasing effect.

To get the best comfort from it, rinse well and avoid over-washing the same area unnecessarily. If your skin feels dry after cleansing, follow with an appropriate moisturiser. If irritation develops, discontinue use.