Savon de Marseille Olive Oil Soap Block - 300 g

Savon de Marseille Olive Oil Block Soap | 300g

Traditional French olive oil soap

Crafted using centuries-old methods, Savon de Marseille is one of France’s most enduring and beloved household staples. This 300g olive oil block soap is made in the traditional style in the south of France, where master soap makers have followed time-honored techniques since the 17th century.

Authentic Savon de Marseille is composed primarily of saponified olive oil, slowly cooked in large cauldrons and air-cured to create a dense, long-lasting bar. The result is a remarkably gentle yet effective soap known for its purity, simplicity, and versatility. Free from unnecessary additives, it has been trusted for generations as an all-purpose staple in French homes.

Naturally rich in olive oil, the soap produces a soft, creamy lather that cleans without stripping skin or fibers. Its clean, subtle scent and traditional cube form make it as beautiful as it is practical — equally at home by the kitchen sink, laundry basin, or bath.

A Brief History

Savon de Marseille dates back over 600 years to the Provence region of southern France. By the 1600s, strict regulations under Louis XIV ensured that only soaps made with pure vegetable oils and crafted in Marseille using traditional cauldron methods could bear the name. This commitment to quality established Marseille as one of Europe’s most respected soap-making centers — a legacy that continues today through small, dedicated producers preserving the authentic process.

Endlessly Versatile Uses

A true multi-purpose staple, this traditional olive oil soap can be used throughout the home:

• Gentle everyday hand and body washing
• Face cleansing for sensitive skin
• Laundry stain treatment (rub directly onto fabric)
• Hand-washing delicate garments and linens
• Dishwashing for small loads or travel
• Cleaning makeup brushes naturally
• General household cleaning when diluted with water

• Pet washing for a mild, fragrance-free cleanse

Ingredients

Saponified olive oil (sodium olivate), water (aqua), sea salt (sodium chloride), sodium hydroxide*

*No sodium hydroxide remains in the finished soap after traditional saponification.

Simple, effective, and rooted in tradition — Savon de Marseille is a foundational household piece, thoughtfully made and quietly indispensable.