What’s in Yein&Young Castile Soap? A Deep Dive into Its Ingredients & Benefits
Introduction
When choosing a gentle, natural cleanser, many people turn to Castile soap for its simplicity, plant based formulation, and versatility. But not all Castile soaps are created equal. Yein&Young Castile Soap (by Craftiviti) positions itself as a clean, minimal-ingredient, organic option. In this article, we’ll uncover exactly what’s in Yein&Young Castile Soap, why each component matters, and how it works for your skin and cleaning needs.
By the end, you’ll be able to explain to readers or customers what makes Yein&Young’s Castile soap stand out and whether it’s right for them.:max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/VWH-GettyImages-1221553735-98046cb8f42449e7a02e7640f80488ff.jpg)
What Is Castile Soap?
Before digging into Yein&Young’s specific formula, let’s cover what “Castile soap” means.
Castile soap originally referred to hard soap made primarily from olive oil, traditionally from the Castile region of Spain. Over time, “Castile soap” has become a broader category including liquid soaps made from vegetable (plant) oils rather than animal fats, and without synthetic detergents.
The idea behind Castile is: a simple, vegetable oil based soap that is mild, biodegradable, and gentle for skin and household use.
Yein&Young Castile Soap: What’s Inside?
Let’s break down the actual ingredient list of Yein&Young Castile Soap and understand each component’s role. According to the product listing on Shopee Malaysia:
Ingredients: Aqua, Organic Virgin Coconut Oil, Glycerin, Potassium Hydroxide, Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Here’s a deeper look:
| Ingredient | Role & Function | Why It’s Chosen / What It Adds |
|---|---|---|
| Aqua (Water) | Solvent / base for the liquid soap | Essential to dissolve and carry other ingredients, helps in dilution and lathering. |
| Organic Virgin Coconut Oil | Saponifiable oil / cleansing & foaming agent | Provides cleansing power and contributes to lather and foaming. Also has moisturizing properties. |
| Glycerin | Humectant / moisturizing agent | Retains water and helps keep skin hydrated, preventing the soap from being overly drying. |
| Potassium Hydroxide (KOH) | Alkaline agent / saponification base | Reacts with the oils to form soap (the saponification process), turning oils + base into soap and glycerin. |
| Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil | Primary saponifiable oil / gentle base oil | Adds mildness, conditioning, and skin-friendly fatty acids. It’s often a hallmark of traditional Castile formulas. |
This is a relatively minimal formula, which matches Yein&Young’s branding of “minimalist skincare” and avoidance of harsh additives.
Clean & Free From: What Yein&Young Castile Does Not Contain
One of the key selling points of many clean beauty and Castile products is what they exclude. According to the product description:
* No parabens
* No added preservatives
* No PEG / PPG (polyethylene glycol or polypropylene glycol)
* No synthetic fragrances
* No mineral oils
* No silicone oils
* No colourants
* No animal testing (cruelty-free)
All of these exclusions align with a “clean / minimal” skincare philosophy. Because the formulation is simple and botanical, it appeals to people seeking low-irritant, eco-conscious options.
How the Ingredients Work Together — The Science Behind the Soap
1. Saponification: Oil + Base → Soap + Glycerin
- Potassium Hydroxide reacts with the oils (coconut oil, olive oil) to produce soap molecules. Because the base is potassium hydroxide (rather than sodium hydroxide), the resulting product is a liquid soap rather than a hard bar.
- Glycerin, a natural byproduct of the saponification process, stays in the final product and provides moisturization.
2. Balancing Cleansing & Gentle Care
- Coconut oil helps with effective cleansing and lather. However, coconut oil can in some formulas be drying if used alone in high amounts. In this blend, it's balanced by olive oil, which is gentler, more conditioning, and rich in oleic acid, making the soap more skin-friendly.
- Glycerin helps offset dryness by attracting water to the skin’s surface.
- The water (aqua) acts as a carrier and ensures the product is usable in a liquid form.
3. pH & Mildness Considerations
- Soap tends toward alkaline pH. Even though Castile soaps are natural, their alkalinity can be higher than skin’s slightly acidic pH (~4.5–5.5). Users may experience a temporary “tight” sensation, especially if skin is dry or sensitive.
Because Yein&Young’s formula is minimal, there are fewer additives that might aggravate sensitive skin, but the base soap still must be used mindfully (especially for facial use).
Benefits & Potential Drawbacks
Understanding both the strengths and limitations helps users decide how best to use Yein&Young Castile Soap.
Benefits
- Gentle and skin-friendly: Thanks to olive oil and glycerin, it is milder than many harsh synthetic detergents.
- Minimal and transparent ingredients: Users know exactly what’s inside no hidden sulfates, fragrances, or synthetic preservatives.
- Versatile use: It can function as body wash, hand soap, face wash (for some skin types), baby wash, and even diluted for household cleaning.
- Eco-friendly & biodegradable: Because it’s plant-based and minimal, it is more environmentally friendly.
- Customizable: Because it is unscented, users can add essential oils or extracts (according to safety) to customize fragrance or function.
Drawbacks / Considerations
- No preservatives: While we claim “no added preservatives,” this means shelf life and contamination risk may happen if not stored well. Users must ensure hygiene and proper storage.
- Limited conditioning: Because the formula is simple, it won’t replace a dedicated conditioner or moisturizing product for dry skin issues. Follow up daily wash with a good lotion.
How to Use Yein&Young Castile Soap in Your Routine
Here are practical ways to incorporate it:
1. As a Body Wash / Hand Soap
Use directly or dilute slightly. Lather with water, rinse thoroughly.
2. As Facial Cleanser (For Some Skin Types)
Use only if your skin tolerates slightly alkaline cleansers, or mix with a small amount of water or balm as a “cleansing gel.” Always follow with toner/moisturiser.
3. Baby & Gentle Use
Because it’s minimal and unscented, it is generally safer for babies’ delicate skin (though always patch-test first).
4. Household Uses
Dilute 1 part soap to ~10 parts water (or more) to make multipurpose cleaner for surfaces, dishes, or laundry. Yein&Young market it as multi-tasking.
5. Custom Blends / DIY Cosmetics
You can use the Castile base and add essential oils, botanical infusions or actives to create custom gels, shampoos, or cleansers.
6. Natural Pet Shampoo
You can use this body wash on pets, especially species with sensitive skin.
You can use the Castile base and add essential oils, botanical infusions or actives to create custom gels, shampoos, or cleansers.
Why Yein&Young’s Version Stands Out
Several features make their Castile soap appealing:
* They emphasize certified organic virgin coconut oil and extra virgin olive oil in their formula.
* The product is hypoallergenic, vegan, unscented, and free from many common irritants.
* Aligning with their brand, the soap is part of a minimalist, chemical-lite skincare philosophy.
* Their transparency about what is not included (parabens, synthetic fragrances, PEGs, colorants) builds trust.
These elements help position Yein&Young Castile Soap as a “cleaner” or safer alternative to mass-market body washes with long ingredient lists.
Check out our website at Yeinyoung.com or visit our retail store at Craftiviti, Level 2 Centrepoint Bandar Utama.
