Applesauce
An Apple a Day… for Your Skin
Applesauce is a time-honored food ingredient with skin-loving benefits
Our applesauce is made from nothing but organic apples—no added sugars, preservatives, or fillers. Apples have been used as a beauty aid for generations, valued for their natural moisture, gentle fruit acids, and skin-conditioning properties.
When used topically, apples help hydrate, brighten, and gently refresh the skin, making them a thoughtful addition to seasonal natural soap formulations.
Why Apples Have a Long History in Skin Care
Apples are naturally rich in water, sugars, fruit acids, and plant compounds that support healthy-looking skin. Historically, apples and apple preparations were used to help cleanse, tone, and refresh the complexion—long before modern skincare products existed.
Their appeal lies in their gentleness. Apples don’t aggressively strip the skin; instead, they support natural renewal while helping skin feel soft, smooth, and balanced.
How Apples Support the Skin
Apples contain several naturally occurring components that make them useful in topical applications:
- Malic Acid – A naturally occurring alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) that provides very gentle exfoliation, helping loosen dead skin cells that can leave skin looking dull.
- Vitamin C – Contributes to brighter-looking skin and helps support a more even tone.
- Pectin – A soluble fiber that contributes mild astringent properties, helping skin feel firmer and more refined.
- Antioxidants – Help defend the skin from environmental stressors that can contribute to premature aging.
- Natural Sugars & Moisture – Help condition and soften the skin’s surface.
Together, these components support skin that looks refreshed, smooth, and healthy—without harsh exfoliation.
Key Benefits for Skin
- Gentle Exfoliation: Malic acid helps loosen dead skin cells, promoting a brighter, smoother appearance.
- Hydration & Conditioning: Natural moisture and sugars help soften and condition the skin.
- Brightening: Naturally occurring vitamin C helps reduce the look of dullness.
- Soothing Properties: Apples are naturally mild and can be comforting to sensitive or easily irritated skin.
We Use Applesauce in Natural Soap
Sometimes an ingredient earns its place because it’s simply the right ingredient for the story the soap is telling.
When we create a natural apple soap, applesauce just makes sense. You can’t honestly make a natural apple-inspired soap without apples. Beyond authenticity and a bit of fun, applesauce brings real functional benefits to the bar.
- Moisturizing Feel: The natural sugars and moisture in apples contribute to a softer skin feel.
- Lather Boost: Sugars naturally enhance lather, creating a creamier, more bubbly soap.
- Fully Saponified: Applesauce is completely incorporated into the soap during curing, meaning it will not spoil or go bad.
It’s a reminder that truly natural soap doesn’t rely on artificial shortcuts or synthetic tricks—it leans into real ingredients that connect scent, experience, and skin feel in a genuine way.
A Note on Apples & Tradition
The familiar saying “An apple a day keeps the doctor away” traces back to an old English proverb:
“To eat an apple before going to bed will make the doctor beg his bread.”
