Pelican Soap Koisuru Oshiri Hip Care Soap

Directly, which is how Pelican intend it. Wet the skin and the bar, then rub the soap against the skin in small circles. This puts the peach kernel and konjac particles in direct contact with the surface, which is where the work happens.

Or lathered, for a gentler pass. Work it up with a net or your hands and wash as normal. Less exfoliation, less friction, and a good option if your skin is on the sensitive side or you are using it daily.

The groove. Turn the bar over and use the indent like a massage tool, drawing it from the hip down the back of the thigh.

How often. Two or three times a week is plenty to keep texture smooth. Daily is more than most skin needs, and over-exfoliating leaves you worse off than where you started.

Afterwards. Follow with a body moisturiser while the skin is still damp. This is the half of the job the soap cannot do, and it is where the results actually show.

Elsewhere on the body. Upper arms, elbows, knees, thighs. Anywhere the skin feels rough or looks bumpy.

Take care. The bar is slippery when used directly on wet skin. Hold it firmly, particularly in the shower.

Soap Base, Water, Peach Kernel, Mannan, Gluconobacter/Honey Ferment Filtrate, Malic Acid, Lactic Acid, Citric Acid, Peach Leaf Extract, Peach Seed Extract, Loquat Leaf Extract, Kiwi Extract, Artichoke Leaf Extract, Aloe Vera Leaf Juice, Glucose, Tea Leaf Extract, Glycerin, Sodium Chloride, BG, Tetrasodium EDTA, Etidronic Acid, Tetrasodium Etidronate, Iron Oxides, Fragrance.

Formulations are occasionally updated, so please refer to the packaging for the most current list.

For external use only. Do not use on skin with wounds, swelling, eczema or other abnormalities. Discontinue use if redness, swelling, itching or irritation occurs during or after use, including after sun exposure, and consult a dermatologist if symptoms persist. Avoid contact with eyes; if the soap enters the eyes, rinse immediately without rubbing, and consult an ophthalmologist if any sensation remains. The bar is slippery when used directly on wet skin, so hold it firmly. Contains botanical ingredients, so slight variation in colour or scent may occur without affecting quality. Not edible, despite appearances. Keep out of reach of infants and young children. Store away from direct sunlight and extremes of temperature.

What does the Koisuru Oshiri Hip Care Soap do?

It is an exfoliating body bar. Peach kernel powder and konjac mannan beads provide the physical scrub, while fruit acids and a fermented honey ingredient soften dead surface skin so it lifts away more easily. Fruit and leaf extracts add moisture so the skin is not left stripped.

Should the soap be used directly on the skin or lathered first?

Pelican recommend rubbing the bar directly against wet skin in small circles, which puts the scrub particles in contact with the surface. Lathering it first gives a gentler wash with less exfoliation.

How often should it be used?

Two or three times a week is enough to maintain smooth texture. Exfoliating daily is more than most skin needs.

Can it be used on other parts of the body?

Yes, and most people do. It works well on upper arms, elbows, knees and thighs, anywhere skin feels rough or looks bumpy.

Why is skin rougher in these areas?

Pressure, friction and a lack of airflow. Long hours sitting, elastic from clothing and synthetic fabric all cause the skin to thicken, which is what creates the rough, uneven texture.

Is it suitable for sensitive skin?

It is a physical scrub, so use it gently and less often if your skin is reactive. Lathering rather than rubbing the bar directly reduces the friction considerably.

What is the groove on the back of the bar for?

It is shaped to be used as a massage tool, drawn from the hip down the back of the thigh.

Does it dry the skin out?

The formula includes peach leaf and seed extracts, loquat leaf, kiwi, artichoke leaf and aloe vera to counter that. Follow with a body moisturiser on damp skin for the best result.

What size is the bar?

80g.