They are detergents made from petroleum derivatives. Too many companies claim to sell natural products, but use colors, artificial scents and other additives that can be irritating to your skin. We never use colorants, or synthetic fragrances in our soaps.
Essential oils are plant extracts.
These essences have been used for spiritual, cosmetic and medicinal purposes for thousands of years. Because the human olfactory system plays a crucial part on our physiological selves, some essential oils can contribute much toward the health of our bodies. Other oils prove themselves worthy externally in their use as analgesics, insect repellants, disinfecting agents, and more. All scented Sally's Soaps contain essential oils and not synthetic fragrance oils, whose aromatherapy benefits are questionable. Our candles are scented with essential oils too.