Household packaging

Title: Amber Halal Beauty Soap

Date: 1991-1994

Accession number: 94.95/4

Material: cardboard

This halal soap is made in England and contains no animal fat. 'Halal' means anything that is permissible according to Islamic law, and it applies to a Muslim's entire lifestyle. Consuming products containing pork or alcohol, or animal products from animals which have not been slaughtered according to halal rules, is forbidden. Halal products are not limited only to foods, but extend to toiletries such as shampoo, lotions and creams, toothpaste and deodorant.