PELICAN Falling in love Hip care soap

Gently cleanse and care for your hip and buttock area with this uniquely shaped soap. Designed to target roughness, dullness, and concerns about dark spots often found on the hips due to friction or sitting, this soap aims to leave skin feeling smoother and looking brighter over time.

Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available ingredient data (no ethanol/denat.; no haram animal-derived ingredients detected). / Brand-stated; not certified by an independent body.

Who it's for: Anyone concerned about rough texture, dullness, or minor dark spots on the hips and buttocks area.

What it does: This soap cleanses while providing gentle physical exfoliation (due to its shape and potentially embedded mild scrub particles) and aiming to brighten the skin's appearance with continued use.

What to expect: Skin feels immediately smoother after washing. Brighter appearance requires consistent use over several weeks. It's a gentle wash-off product, not a strong treatment.

1. Cleanse (PM): In the shower, lather the soap directly onto wet skin on the hips and buttocks using gentle circular motions. Rinse thoroughly.
2. Moisturise (PM): After showering, apply a body lotion to the area to maintain hydration.

Note: Already own a similar body wash or scrub? Finish that first (substitute, don’t stack exfoliating products daily).

Using this soap is best done during your evening shower:

1. Cleanse Body: Use your regular body wash for overall cleansing.
2. Use Hip Care Soap: Wet the soap and gently massage it directly onto the hip and buttock area for about 30-60 seconds. Focus on areas with roughness or concerns.
3. Rinse Thoroughly: Ensure all soap residue is washed off.
4. Moisturise: After patting skin dry, apply a body moisturiser to the area to keep it hydrated and support the skin barrier.

Frequency: Start using 2-3 times per week. If tolerated well and needed, you can increase to daily use. Listen to your skin; reduce frequency if any irritation occurs.

• Amount: Wet the soap bar and rub directly onto the target skin area (hips, buttocks) until a light lather forms or you feel gentle exfoliation.
• Apply to: Hips and buttocks area. Avoid broken or irritated skin.
• Method: Use gentle, circular massage motions directly with the soap bar.
• Frequency: Start using 2-3 times per week during your shower (preferably PM). Can increase to daily if skin tolerates it well without dryness or irritation.
• Rinse: Rinse off thoroughly with lukewarm water.
• Follow Up: Always follow with a body moisturiser on the area after showering to maintain hydration.

If-This / Then-That:

• Skin feels dry/tight after use? Reduce frequency and ensure you're applying a good moisturiser afterwards.
• Using other body scrubs/exfoliants? Avoid using this soap on the same day as other physical or chemical body exfoliants to prevent over-exfoliation.
• Sensitive skin? Use with very light pressure and only 1-2 times per week initially.

Safety: For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes or mucous membranes. Stop use if significant irritation or rash develops. Not intended for facial use.

This soap provides gentle exfoliation. Integrate it thoughtfully if using other exfoliants:

• If using ONLY this soap for hip care: Start 2-3 times per week (e.g., Mon/Wed/Fri evenings). Can increase to daily PM use if tolerated.
• If using a separate body scrub: Use this soap on days you DON'T use the body scrub. Example: Soap on Mon/Wed/Fri, Scrub on Sun. Other days, use a regular gentle body wash.
• If using a chemical exfoliant body lotion (AHA/BHA): Use this soap in the shower, and apply the exfoliating lotion on alternating nights or on nights you don't use the soap. Listen to your skin for signs of dryness or irritation.

General Tip: Focus exfoliation in the PM routine. Always moisturise after showering, especially after exfoliation.

Mauritius Note: In humid weather, ensure thorough rinsing. Even gentle exfoliation can increase sun sensitivity; while the hip area is usually covered, be mindful if sunbathing.

Safety: If irritation occurs, reduce frequency immediately and focus on moisturising until skin recovers.

• Immediately: Skin in the hip/buttock area feels noticeably smoother and cleaner after rinsing, due to the physical shape and cleansing action.
• 1-4 Weeks: With regular use (2-3 times/week or more), roughness and texture may begin to improve. Skin might feel consistently softer.
• 4-8+ Weeks: Gradual improvement in the appearance of dullness or minor dark spots may become visible. Significant brightening requires consistent use over several months, combined with moisturising and avoiding friction (e.g., tight clothing).

Consistency is key. Results depend on individual skin type, the cause of the concern (e.g., friction vs. post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation), and consistent usage. This is a gentle maintenance product, not a rapid treatment.

• Why use this soap instead of harsh body scrubs? Very coarse scrubs (like those with large salt/sugar crystals or nutshells) can cause micro-tears on the skin, leading to irritation and potentially worsening dark spots (post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation), especially on delicate areas or melanin-rich skin. This soap is designed for targeted, gentler exfoliation suitable for regular use on the hip area.

• Works Well With:
  • Hydrating body lotions or creams (essential after use).
  • Gentle, non-exfoliating body washes (for use on days you don't use this soap).
  • Sunscreen (if the area is exposed to sun, to prevent darkening).
• Use Carefully With:
  • Other body scrubs or exfoliating tools (loofahs, brushes) – Use on alternating days to avoid over-exfoliation.
  • Chemical exfoliant body lotions (AHAs like glycolic/lactic acid, BHAs like salicylic acid) – Alternate use (e.g., soap in shower, lotion at night on different days) and monitor for dryness/irritation.
• Avoid On:
  • Broken, irritated, or sunburned skin.
  • The face or other sensitive body areas not intended for this product.

• Best For: Normal, Combination, Oily skin types concerned with texture or dullness on the hips/buttocks.
• May Be Suitable For: Dry skin types, provided it's used less frequently (1-2 times/week) and always followed by a rich body moisturiser.
• Use With Caution On: Sensitive skin or skin prone to eczema on the body. The physical exfoliation might be too stimulating. Perform a patch test on a small area first and use with very light pressure, infrequently.

This soap is designed for the generally thicker skin of the hip/buttock area. Discontinue use if significant irritation occurs.

This soap is formulated to help address:

• Rough Skin Texture: Helps smooth bumpy or rough-feeling skin on the hips and buttocks through gentle physical exfoliation.
• Dullness: Aims to improve radiance and brightness in the area by removing dead skin cells.
• Minor Dark Spots/Uneven Tone: May help gradually fade the appearance of minor discolouration caused by friction or sitting, contributing to a more even look over time.
• Keratosis Pilaris (KP) on Buttocks (Mild): The gentle exfoliation might help improve the appearance of small bumps sometimes associated with KP in this area, although it's not a specific treatment.

• Official Name: PELICAN Falling in love Hip care soap
• Size: 80g
• Origin: Product of Japan
• Authenticity: Sourced directly or via authorized distributors from Japan.
• Shelf Life: Typically 3 years unopened from manufacture date (check packaging).
• Period After Opening (PAO): Use within 6-12 months after opening is generally recommended for bar soaps to maintain freshness, though they don't 'expire' quickly like liquids. Store dry between uses.

• Halal Status: Halal-Friendly*. Requires checking full INCI for specific animal derivatives or alcohol types not typically found in soap bases, but generally, bar soaps use permissible ingredients.
• Vegan Status: Likely Not Vegan-Friendly*. Traditional soap making often uses animal fats (tallowates) or derivatives unless specified otherwise (e.g., "vegetable soap"). Contains Honey, Peach Kernel, Aloe Ferox Leaf Extract, Konjac Root Extract.
• Animal Testing Policy: Japan requires animal testing for certain cosmetic categories under specific conditions, though the trend is towards alternatives. Pelican Soap's specific policy is not certified by global bodies like Leaping Bunny/PETA. Cruelty-Free*.

*Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available ingredient data (no ethanol/denat.; no haram animal-derived ingredients detected unless tallowates are present - INCI needed for confirmation). / Likely contains non-vegan ingredients (e.g., potential tallowates, honey); full INCI needed. / Brand-stated or policy inferred; not certified by an independent body.

• Regulatory Class: Cosmetic Soap (Japan). Not classified as a functional cosmetic for specific brightening or wrinkle claims under Korean MFDS standards (as it's a Japanese product).
• Claims Basis: Claims related to smoothing and brightening are based on the expected effects of cleansing, physical exfoliation from the soap's shape/texture, and potentially included botanical extracts or mild brighteners common in such products.
• Medical Disclaimer: This is a cosmetic product for cleansing and improving skin appearance. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any medical skin condition. Results vary per individual.

Key Components (Expected based on product type):

• Soap Base: Likely Sodium Palmate, Sodium Palm Kernelate, or similar saponified fats/oils providing the cleansing action.
• Exfoliants (Potential): May contain physical scrubs (e.g., ground seeds like Peach Seed Powder) or mild chemical exfoliants (e.g., fruit extracts containing AHAs, Gluconolactone - PHA). Konjac Root extract provides gentle physical exfoliation.
• Moisturizers: Glycerin, possibly plant oils or extracts like Peach Kernel extract to prevent stripping.
• Brightening Agents (Potential): May include botanical extracts known for mild brightening (e.g., Licorice Root, Mulberry - though less common in wash-off soaps) or potentially mild acids.
• Other Extracts: Aloe Ferox Leaf Extract (soothing, hydrating), Honey (moisturizing, antimicrobial).

Full INCI List (Representative - based on common listings, verify with packaging):

Soap Base, Water, Prunus Persica (Peach) Seed Powder, Mannan (Konjac Root Extract), Gluconobacter/Honey Ferment Filtrate, Malic Acid, Lactic Acid, Citric Acid, Prunus Persica (Peach) Leaf Extract, Prunus Persica (Peach) Kernel Extract, Eriobotrya Japonica Leaf Extract, Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Fruit Extract, Cynara Scolymus (Artichoke) Leaf Extract, Aloe Vera Leaf Extract, Glucose, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Glycerin, Sodium Chloride, BG (Butylene Glycol), EDTA-4Na, Etidronic Acid, Etidronic Acid 4Na, Iron Oxide, Fragrance.

Note: Ingredient lists can change; always check the product packaging for the most current information.

• Fragrance: Contains added Fragrance (Parfum). Scent is typically described as a sweet peach fragrance. Intensity: Moderate (noticeable during use).
• EU Allergens: Potential allergens from fragrance components (e.g., Linalool, Limonene) may be present but are not typically declared in detail on Japanese cosmetic labels unless they meet specific thresholds. Patch test advised if sensitive to fragrances.
• Other Potential Irritants: Physical scrub particles (Peach Seed Powder) could be irritating if used with excessive pressure. Fruit acids (Malic, Lactic, Citric) are present but likely at low levels in a wash-off; minimal irritation expected but possible on very sensitive skin.

Based on representative INCI; trace fragrance components may persist from botanicals; patch test advised. / EU allergen list cannot be fully verified without complete INCI breakdown from the brand; patch test advised.

General Safety:

• For external body use only (hips, buttocks). Do not use on face, intimate areas, or broken/irritated skin.
• Avoid contact with eyes. If contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water.
• Discontinue use immediately if rash, excessive itching, burning, or swelling occurs. Consult a doctor if symptoms persist.
• Keep out of reach of children.

Patch Test Protocol (Recommended if you have sensitive skin or allergies):

1. Wet a small, inconspicuous area of skin on your forearm or behind the knee.
2. Lather the soap lightly on that area.
3. Rinse thoroughly and pat dry.
4. Wait 24-48 hours. Check for any signs of redness, itching, bumps, or irritation.
5. If no reaction occurs, the product is likely safe for you to use on the intended area. If irritation develops, do not use the product.

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding: Generally considered safe for use during pregnancy/breastfeeding as it's a wash-off body product with mild ingredients. However, consult your doctor if you have specific concerns.

• Texture: Solid bar soap, shaped like a heart or peach for ergonomic grip. May have slightly gritty texture from embedded scrub particles (peach seeds).
• Lather: Creates a typical soap lather when rubbed with water.
• Feel During Use: Provides gentle physical exfoliation as you massage it onto the skin.
• Feel After Rinsing: Skin feels smooth, clean, and potentially slightly 'squeaky' depending on water hardness and soap base. Should not feel overly stripped or tight if used correctly.
• Scent: Pleasant, sweet peach fragrance.
• pH: Bar soaps are typically alkaline (pH 9-10). While effective for cleansing, this can temporarily disrupt the skin's natural acid mantle (pH 4.5-5.5). Following with a moisturiser helps restore balance.
• Formulation Type: Saponified fatty acid bar soap with added exfoliants, botanical extracts, and fragrance.

• Issue: Skin feels dry or tight after use.
  • Solution: Reduce frequency of use (e.g., to 2-3 times/week). Ensure you are applying a nourishing body moisturiser immediately after showering while skin is still slightly damp. Avoid very hot water.
• Issue: Irritation or redness occurs.
  • Solution: Stop using the soap immediately. Apply a soothing, fragrance-free body lotion or aloe vera gel. You may be sensitive to the fragrance or scrub particles, or using it too aggressively. Try again with much lighter pressure and less frequency once skin recovers, or discontinue if irritation persists.
• Issue: Not seeing brightening results quickly.
  • Solution: Manage expectations. This is a gentle, wash-off product. Visible brightening of dark spots takes consistent use over many weeks or months. Ensure you're also protecting the area from sun exposure (if applicable) and friction, and consistently moisturising. Consider adding a leave-on brightening body serum if faster results are desired.
• Issue: Soap bar gets mushy quickly.
  • Solution: Store the soap on a draining soap dish away from direct water streams between uses. Allowing it to dry completely helps it last longer.

• Humid Climate Suitability: Generally suitable. The cleansing action helps remove sweat and oil build-up common in Mauritius' humidity.
• Usage Tips for Humidity: Ensure you rinse the soap off very thoroughly to prevent any residue that could feel sticky in high humidity. Store the bar in a dry place to prevent it from becoming soft.
• Sun Exposure: While the hip area is usually covered, remember that any exfoliation can make skin slightly more sun-sensitive. If you plan on sunbathing or wearing clothing that exposes the area after using the soap, apply sunscreen.
• Frequency Adjustment: You might tolerate daily use better in the humid summer months than in the slightly drier, cooler winter months. Adjust frequency based on how your skin feels – reduce if it starts feeling dry.

• Our Sourcing: At Adilsons, we source PELICAN products directly from the brand or their authorized distributors in Japan/Asia. We guarantee 100% authenticity.
• Packaging Cues: Look for genuine PELICAN branding, Japanese text on the packaging (often alongside English), and clear batch/lot codes. The soap itself has a distinctive shape.
• Verification: If you have any doubts about authenticity, please contact us via WhatsApp (+230 5 778 2336) with photos of the product and packaging, including any batch codes. We're happy to help verify.

• Cleansing Action: Based on standard soap chemistry (saponification).
• Exfoliation: Based on the physical action of the soap shape and potential scrub particles (ingredient rationale). Konjac Root (Mannan) provides gentle physical exfoliation. Fruit acids (Malic, Lactic, Citric) provide mild chemical exfoliation, though likely minimal effect in a wash-off soap (ingredient rationale).
• Brightening Claims: Based on the removal of dull surface cells via exfoliation and potential mild effects of included botanical extracts (ingredient rationale). No specific clinical studies provided by the brand for this product.
• Moisturizing/Soothing: Based on the inclusion of ingredients like Glycerin, Honey, Aloe extract (ingredient rationale).

Brand claim—no public dataset available for independent verification.

• Size: 80g bar soap.
• Estimated Uses: Depends heavily on frequency and lather amount. If used daily on the target area, a bar might last approximately 1-2 months. If used 2-3 times per week, it could last 3-4 months or longer.
• Value: Offers a targeted treatment within a cleansing step, potentially reducing the need for a separate harsh scrub. Affordable price point for a specialty body care item.
• Reorder Cue: Reorder when the soap bar becomes difficult to handle or is nearly used up.

Simple Smoothing & Hydration Routine (PM):

• PELICAN Falling in love Hip care soap — Gently exfoliates and cleanses target area.
• APLB GLUTATHIONE NIACINAMIDE BODY LOTION 300ML — Brightens and moisturises the area after cleansing.

Targeted Brightening Routine (PM):

• PELICAN Falling in love Hip care soap — Prepares skin by cleansing and smoothing.
• APLB GLUTATHIONE NIACINAMIDE BODY LOTION 300ML — Apply after showering for leave-on brightening and hydration.

Compatibility Note: Avoid using other harsh physical scrubs or strong chemical exfoliants on the same day as this soap to prevent irritation.

This soap is an excellent choice if your primary concerns are mild roughness and dullness on the hip/buttock area and you enjoy a physical soap bar format with a pleasant scent.

Consider these alternatives if:

• You prefer a liquid body wash format: APLB GLUTATHIONE NIACINAMIDE BODY WASH 300ML — Choose this if you want a brightening cleanse in a liquid format. Why: Offers similar brightening goals (Glutathione, Niacinamide) in a convenient pump bottle.
• You need stronger exfoliation for body acne or KP: SOME BY MI AHA BHA PHA 30DAYS MIRACLE ACNE CLEAR BODY CLEANSER 400g — Choose this if you have active body breakouts or more significant bumps. Why: Contains chemical exfoliants (AHA, BHA, PHA) for deeper pore clearing and smoothing, specifically targeting acne.
  • Pair with: SOME BY MI AHA-BHA-PHA MIRACLE CALMING BODY LOTION 200ML — To lightly exfoliate and moisturise after showering.
• Your main goal is brightening dark spots (leave-on treatment): APLB GLUTATHIONE NIACINAMIDE BODY LOTION 300ML — Choose this if your priority is fading dark marks rather than just cleansing/smoothing. Why: As a leave-on lotion, the brightening ingredients (Glutathione, Niacinamide) have more contact time to work on pigmentation compared to a wash-off soap.
  • Use alongside: A gentle, non-exfoliating body wash for daily cleansing.

Mindful Use: If you already have a comparable body soap or scrub at home, finish it first to avoid waste and get a fair read on results.

• Packaging: Comes as a solid 80g bar soap, typically wrapped in plastic or boxed. The unique shape (heart/peach) is part of its design.
• Sustainability: Bar soaps generally use less plastic packaging than liquid washes. Cardboard boxing (if used) is recyclable. Check local guidelines in Mauritius for recycling the plastic wrap.
• Storage: Keep the bar on a well-draining soap dish out of direct water flow to allow it to dry between uses. This prevents it from getting mushy and extends its life. Store in a cool, dry place.
• Travel: Convenient for travel once placed in a suitable soap container/case. Solid format avoids liquid restrictions.

Pelican Soap is a Japanese company founded in 1947, known for creating unique and effective soap products often targeting specific body care concerns. They combine traditional soap-making techniques with fun concepts and ingredients, aiming to make daily cleansing a more enjoyable and beneficial experience. Their products, like the "Falling in Love" hip soap or charcoal-based soaps, often gain cult followings for addressing niche needs.

• Exfoliation: The process of removing dead skin cells from the surface of the skin, either physically (with scrubs) or chemically (with acids).
• Hyperpigmentation: Darkening of the skin, often in patches or spots, caused by an excess production of melanin (e.g., sun spots, acne scars).
• Keratosis Pilaris (KP): A common, harmless skin condition that causes dry, rough patches and tiny bumps, often on the upper arms, thighs, cheeks or buttocks.
• Non-Comedogenic: Formulated so as not to cause blocked pores (comedones).
• INCI: International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients - a standardized system for listing ingredient names on cosmetic labels.
• PAO: Period After Opening - Symbol on packaging indicating how long a product is safe to use after first opening.

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At Adilsons, we're committed to bringing you authentic, high-quality K-Beauty and Japanese beauty products. We carefully select items that we believe offer real benefits, sourced directly from brands or their authorized distributors. Your skin health and satisfaction are our priorities. We guarantee 100% authenticity on all products.

Can I use this soap every day?

Start with 2-3 times per week and see how your skin tolerates it. If you experience no dryness or irritation, you can gradually increase to daily use if desired. Listen to your skin.

Will this completely remove dark spots on my buttocks?

This soap is designed for gentle exfoliation and cleansing, which can help improve the *appearance* of minor dark spots over time by removing dull surface cells. However, it's a wash-off product and may not be strong enough to significantly lighten established hyperpigmentation on its own. Consistent use, combined with moisturising and reducing friction, gives the best results. For more stubborn spots, consider a leave-on brightening body lotion.

Can I use this soap on other parts of my body?

It's specifically designed for the hip and buttock area. While you could technically use it on other areas with rough skin (like elbows or knees), avoid sensitive areas, the face, or intimate zones.

Is the peach shape just for looks?

The shape is partly aesthetic ("Falling in love" theme) but also designed to be ergonomic, fitting comfortably in the hand for massaging the curved areas of the hips and buttocks.

Best For: Individuals looking for a gentle, daily-use (or frequent-use) soap specifically to smooth and mildly brighten the hip and buttock area.

Key Benefits:

• Provides gentle physical exfoliation.
• Helps improve skin smoothness and texture.
• Aims to gradually brighten dull skin appearance.
• Unique shape for targeted application; pleasant peach scent.

Keep in Mind:

• Results for brightening are gradual and may be subtle.
• Not a strong treatment for significant hyperpigmentation or severe KP.
• Can be drying if overused or not followed by moisturiser.
• Contains fragrance, which may irritate very sensitive skin.

• Coverage: Island-wide delivery (Mauritius).
• Processing & Timing: Orders process in 1–2 business days; usually ready by Day 3 for pickup. Partner collection up to 1 week. Delivery typically 1–5 business days after pickup.
• Express: May be available; request on WhatsApp: +230 5 778 2336.
• Liquids/Sensitive Items: Pickup or door-to-door only (checkout enforces this).
• Scheduling: Deliveries by region on set schedules; we contact you evening before.
• Pickup: Citadelle Mall pickup available.
• Returns: No change-of-mind exchanges.
• Refunds (Summary): For defective/damaged on receipt (report within 48h), wrong item, or manufacturing defect (6 months). Bank transfer (7–10 days); card refund may have 5% fee (waived for defects/errors). Opened skincare non-returnable unless damaged on delivery.
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