Lush's watermelon soap will support the health of Palestinian children
LONDON: British cosmetics retailer Lush has launched a watermelon soap, the proceeds of which will fund vital health aid and trauma counseling for children in Gaza and the West Bank.
The watermelon has emerged as a symbol of solidarity with Palestine, as it contains the colors of the Palestinian flag.
Lush soaps are made with safe natural and synthetic ingredients such as rapeseed, coconut, watermelon, bergamot and rose.
In 2011, the British Medical Journal published a survey that found high rates of post-traumatic stress disorder among Palestinian children. New research by Save the Children reported that depression, depression, loneliness, and violence are reported by 95 percent of children in Gaza today.
Lush's sponsorship is nothing new. The company supplies extra virgin olive oil from the Marda Permaculture farm in Palestine, which is dedicated to social and environmental innovation. The farm encourages sustainable farming practices and provides economic opportunities for local communities.
