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Clear Skin, Naturally—Every Day Starts with Castile

Prep U’s Castile Bars deliver gentle, plant-based cleansing for teens and active skin. Tackle breakouts, sweat, and sensitive skin—no harsh chemicals, just pure, effective care.

Sandalwood vs. Tea Tree: Which Prep U Castile Bar Is Right for Your Skin Type?

Finding the best natural soap for teens can be a challenge—especially if you’re dealing with sensitive skin, breakouts, or just want a fresh, clean start every day. Prep U’s Castile Bars are crafted with pure, plant-based ingredients and zero junk, making them a safe and effective choice for all skin types. Here’s how our Sandalwood and Tea Tree Cleansing Bars stack up, so you can pick the perfect bar for your routine.

Ingredient Comparison Table

Feature/Benefit	Sandalwood Cleansing Castile Bar	Tea Tree Cleansing Castile Bar
Key Ingredients	Oils (Coconut, Olive, Castor, Shea Butter) saponified with sodium hydroxide in spring water, sandalwood essential oil, amyris essential oil, vetiver essential oil	Oils (Coconut, Olive, Castor, Shea Butter) saponified with sodium hydroxide in spring water, tea tree essential oil
Scent	Calming, woody, and subtly earthy aroma from sandalwood, amyris, and vetiver essential oils	Fresh, crisp, and invigorating scent from pure tea tree essential oil
Best For	Dry, sensitive, normal, combination, and aging skin; supports moisture balance, soothes irritation, and promotes a refreshed, soft complexion	All skin types including oily, acne-prone, and sensitive skin; deep cleansing, removes excess oil, prevents breakouts, and soothes irritation
Benefits	Deep hydration, gentle cleansing, soothes and revitalizes irritated skin, protects natural oils, balances moisture, and leaves skin soft and refreshed	Deep cleansing, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory, removes impurities and excess oil, helps prevent breakouts, hydrates, and is gentle for daily use
Vegan & Cruelty-Free	Yes (third-party verified)	Yes (third-party verified)
Free From	Sulfates, parabens, phthalates, aluminum, gluten, animal byproducts	Sulfates, parabens, phthalates, aluminum, gluten, animal byproducts

When to Choose Sandalwood

Best for: Dry, sensitive, normal, combination, or aging skin
Why teens love it:
- Deeply hydrates and protects skin’s natural moisture barrier
- Soothes irritation and revitalizes stressed or dry skin
- Calming woody aroma creates a spa-like shower experience
- Promotes a refreshed, soft complexion without tightness or residue

When to Choose Tea Tree

Best for: Oily, acne-prone, combination, and sensitive skin (but gentle enough for all skin types)
Why teens love it:
- Deep cleanses to remove excess oil and impurities
- Tea tree oil’s natural antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties help prevent breakouts
- Hydrates while clarifying, so skin feels clean but never stripped
- Refreshing scent wakes you up and leaves skin feeling extra fresh

Why Prep U Castile Bars Stand Out

All-natural, vegan, and cruelty-free: No palm oil, no animal byproducts, no synthetic dyes—just pure, plant-based oils and essential oils.
Safe for everyday use: Free from sulfates, parabens, phthalates, aluminum, and gluten.
Third-party verified: Trusted by parents and recommended by experts for effective, safe teen hygiene.

Usage Tips

To use: Lather the bar in your hands or on a washcloth, massage over wet skin (face and body), and rinse thoroughly.
Pro Tip: Place your Castile bar on a soap holder with drainage and let it dry completely between uses. This makes your bar last longer and stay fresh!

Not Sure? Try Both—Or Bundle & Save!

Every teen’s skin is unique. Try both Sandalwood and Tea Tree Castile Bars in a custom bundle and save. Earn rewards points with every purchase and switch up your routine as your skin’s needs change.