Soap workshop

Workshop soaps are distinguished from conventional soaps by their unique formulation, specially designed to meet the requirements of professional environments. These products incorporate specific components that give them superior cleaning properties while preserving the integrity of the skin.

The composition of these soaps generally includes powerful surfactants , capable of effectively dissolving grease and oils . Some formulations also contain microbeads or natural abrasive fillers that facilitate the removal of the most stubborn dirt. Historical manufacturers such as Deb, STOKO, Arma, now all 3 integrated into the SC Johnson group, have developed complete ranges for years that meet different professional requirements.
We can cite as examples historical products such as Arma paste soap, Swarfegat or Suprega soap and the Solopol and Kresto lines which have made hundreds of thousands of users satisfied with having an adequate solution.

What is a workshop soap?

Workshop soap, also called industrial soap or workshop soap, is a hygiene product specially formulated to thoroughly clean very dirty hands in professional environments . Unlike conventional soaps, it has a reinforced degreasing and cleaning power to effectively remove grease and oils, sludge, paints, glues and resins, metal dust and stubborn industrial dirt.

Its composition is designed to provide powerful cleansing while protecting the skin from the aggressions associated with frequent washing . Its formula generally contains:

Powerful surfactants to dislodge dirt
Emollient and moisturizing agents to protect the epidermis
Microbeads or gentle exfoliating agents for deep cleansing
Antiseptic ingredients in some cases
Workshop soap comes in different forms: gel, cream, paste or liquid.

Drying hands in the workshop is not to be neglected!

After using a workshop soap, it will of course be essential to set up a hand drying wiping solution for users.
The most common solution is the hand towel dispenser with a single-use paper towel.
You can also opt for industrial chamois type wiping reels placed on a wall or floor mounted or even mobile dispenser .
The last option is to install an electric hand dryer, preferably with forced air, while taking into account the volume of users.

Why choose a workshop soap rather than a classic soap?

Context-related advantages

From the moment your core business directly or indirectly touches a dirty industry such as a garage, a mechanical workshop, a printing works, a construction industry, etc., the solution of a specific soap with or without microbeads but specially formulated for your environment is essential.
Thanks to its specific formulation, the workshop soap quickly and effectively removes the most stubborn dirt, even encrusted. Its degreasing power allows very dirty hands to be cleaned thoroughly without excessive rubbing. It therefore offers increased activity compared to a traditional soap.
Despite its powerful cleansing action, the workshop soap preserves the skin's balance. Its emollient and moisturizing agents compensate for the drying effect of frequent washing, thus limiting the risks of irritation and chapping. It therefore preserves the skin's epidermis by taking into account the conditions and repetition of use.
The effectiveness of the workshop soap allows for quick cleaning of hands , reducing the time spent washing. This represents a saving of time and therefore significant productivity in a professional context.
Some workshop soaps incorporate antiseptic agents that effectively eliminate germs in addition to dirt. This helps improve overall hygiene in the workplace.
The different textures and packaging of workshop soaps adapt to the specific needs of each work environment: cans with pump for workshops, cartridges for wall dispensers , individual pots for construction sites, etc.

Do you prefer to limit the use of workshop soap?

To limit the use of soap and thus reduce the frequency of hand washing, there are two options:
1 - Have a protective cream during work which will reduce the need for hand washing
2 - Wearing disposable or durable gloves adapted to your activity. It should be noted in this case that glove manufacturers have made enormous progress in this area by offering disposable gloves specifically for mechanics in black or orange.

SC Johnson, the expertise in microbead workshop soap

SC Johnson, which now integrates the Deb brand into its environment, has been offering a complete and effective range for hand washing in workshops and dirty industries for several years. This expertise and recognized know-how covers the type of dirt encountered but also the frequency of use and the environment in which the dispensers are made available.
SC Johnson now offers a complete range of products through the Arma , Stoko and Deb brands, with microbead workshop soap dispenser systems in cartridges or bulk workshop soap packaging.

The choices will be made according to the degree and type of dirt.
Dirt is graded on a scale of 1 to 5.
In this range of workshop soap, we will only find heavy (4) to very heavy (5) dirt.

Recommendation for heavy workshop dirt category 4

Solopol Classic (SOL250ML, SOL2LT, SOL4LTR) => Oils, greases, Carbon black, lubricants
Solopol GFX (GPF3LEURO) => Oils, greases, Carbon black, lubricants
Solopol Classic Pure (SCP2LT,SCP4LTR) => Oils, greases, Carbon black, lubricants
Kresto citrus (CIT2LT, CIT4LTR) => Oils, greases, bitumens, glues
Kresto universal wipes (UNV150W) => Oil, grease, general dirt

Recommendation for very heavy workshop dirt category 5

Solopol Classic Extra (SCU2LT) => Oils, greases, carbon black, lubricants
Kresto Classic (KCL250ML) => Oils, greases, carbon black, lubricants

Soap workshop frequently asked questions

Will a workshop soap be suitable for my skin?

Most workshop soaps are formulated to suit all skin types. However, in case of very sensitive skin or dermatological problems, it is better to choose products specifically designed for fragile skin. We can take the example of some offering a formula enriched with vitamin E and emollient agents and containing wheat germ oil.

Soap with or without microbeads?

Microbeads enhance the mechanical action of cleaning, ideal for stubborn dirt. However, for frequent use or on sensitive skin, choose formulas without microbeads. SC Johnson, with the integration of the Deb and STOKO ranges, now offers a wide range of soaps without microbeads with comparable effectiveness. However, you will need to opt for a cartridge system because it is on these systems that the offer is the most complete.