Vegetable oils and fats are used in the cosmetic industry as either an emollient (these are skin softening substances that make the skin smooth and soft. They remain on top of the skin and therefore keep the skin from peeling.) and/or an occlusive (these substances help regulate the water balance in the skin.) They are what make the lather in soap products soft and creamy. Gildewerk offers a choice out of several well known, and quality controled, vegetable oils, each with their own specific characteristics.