The saponin soapberries release are naturally antibacterial, antifungal, and antimicrobial. Some bacteria in skin, like Propionibacterium acnes, can aggravate an immune response which causes acne. The antibacterial properties in soapberries can help combat and prevent the spread of these bacteria in pores, resulting in less of an immune response. Using soapberry liquid extract is beneficial for skin. Because it’s so gentle, it doesn’t strip away your natural oils, leaving it soft and preserving it from further irritation. For centuries soapberries are used for cleaning the skin and also used to clothes. This will kill the bacteria that cause you to smell funky and leave your skin feeling soft and clean. Soapberries are naturally hypoallergenic too, so great for skin sensitivities or skin conditions. Being the most natural cleaner, it contains a pH level of 5.5, the same as our skin. Soapberries contain Vitamins A, E, K and D, which help optimize the skin’s immune system and helps destroy free radicals that can cause premature aging.

Ponkathir has quality products that are economically priced. The ponkathir palappam makes tast palappams that vcan be relished with stew, veg kurma and egg curry.