Citrus Soap Bar, Organic & Handcrafted Natural Cleansing Soap (140g)

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Inspired by the legendary gardens of ancient Persia, where citrus and other precious plants became part of cultivated garden culture, The Persian Garden Ritual captures the brightness of sunlit orchards and enclosed royal gardens. Citrus meets pure olive oil in a refreshing interpretation of an ancient botanical landscape.

Energize and refresh your skin with our Citrus Soap Bar, handcrafted in small boutique workshops by master artisans in historic Antakya with nearly 40 years of experience. Made with 100% natural plant oils and pure bitter orange peel essential oil (Citrus Aurantium Amara), this organic soap bar harnesses ancient Mediterranean beauty traditions to deeply cleanse, gently exfoliate, and revitalize dull or tired skin.

Rich in natural fruit acids, Vitamin C, and protective antioxidants, this citrus soap gently sloughs away dead skin cells, purifies pores, and shields the skin from daily environmental stressors. Its uplifting botanical formula evens out skin tone and restores natural radiance while leaving a fresh, long-lasting citrus aroma. Free from artificial colors, synthetic perfumes, chemical hardeners, preservatives, parabens, sulfates, silicones, PEG, and palm oil, it is safe, eco-friendly, and suitable for all skin types and ages—perfect for face, body, and hair.

Traditionally Kettle-Crafted: Cooked slowly in open copper kettles in Antakya, Turkey, following authentic hot-process methods by master artisans with nearly 40 years of experience.
Food-Grade Virgin Olive Oil Base: Formulated strictly with pure food-grade virgin olive oil (Olea Europaea) and Levant cottonseed oil (Gossypium Herbaceum), excluding low-grade industrial grease or animal tallows.
100% Natural & Vegan: Made with 100% vegetable oils and pure bitter orange peel essential oil (Citrus Aurantium Amara). Free from chemical colors, artificial perfumes, preservatives, or harsh additives.
Detoxifies & Refreshes: Deeply cleanses pores, eliminates accumulated surface toxins, and restores energy to fatigued, dull skin.
Gentle Exfoliating & Tone Balancing: Natural fruit acids gently lift away dead skin cells, helping soften texture and promote an even, radiant complexion.
Antioxidant & Vitamin C Defense: Packed with active antioxidants that help shield skin against environmental stressors and free radical exposure.
Chemical-Free Formula: Absolutely free from chemical preservatives, synthetic thickeners, hardeners, artificial colors, parabens, SLS, SLES, ALS, silicones, sulfates, PEG, and palm oil.
3-in-1 Head-to-Toe Care: A versatile master bar suitable as an invigorating facial cleanser, exfoliating body soap, and refreshing hair wash.
Uplifting Botanical Scent: Free from artificial perfumes or chemical fixatives, carrying the vibrant, natural citrus aroma native to pure bitter orange peel oil and virgin olive oil.
Zero-Waste Jute Packaging: Wrapped in a 100% breathable Jute burlap pouch that acts as a natural curing cloth for the bar.
100% Soil-Biodegradable: Completely decomposes in garden soil within 12 months with zero microplastic residue.

Reclaim your daily cleansing routine with the timeless craftsmanship and invigorating citrus energy of ancient Antioch.

Disclaimer: This artisan soap bar is intended solely for cosmetic cleansing and skin hygiene. It is not formulated for medical treatment, diagnosis, cure, or healing of any medical skin condition.

Product
Specifications & Transparent INCI Breakdown

Net Weight: 140g (± 5g) per bar (Hand-cut; rustic variance celebrates authentic artisanal craft).
Bar Dimensions: ≈ 2.76 in x 2.76 in x 1.38 in (7.00 cm x 7.00 cm x 3.50 cm).
Package Dimensions: ≈ 3.94 in x 2.95 in x 1.57 in (10.00 cm x 7.50 cm x 4.00 cm).
Gross Package Weight: ≈ 150g (5.29 oz).

Full INCI
Ingredient List

Olea Europaea Fruit Oil (Food-Grade Virgin Olive Oil)
Aqua (Pure Water)
Sodium Hydroxide (Saponification Agent / Lye)
Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil (Bitter Orange Peel Essential Oil)
Gossypium Herbaceum Seed Oil (Levant Cottonseed Oil)

Packaging
Specification: Wrapped in 100% natural, breathable
woven Jute burlap fabric.

[+] The Superfatting Guarantee: "Why doesn't this natural soap dry out my skin?"

Traditional hot-process soaps naturally have a higher alkaline pH. To protect your skin barrier, extra un-saponified botanical virgin oils and pure citrus essential oil are added at the final stage of our kettle brew. This leaves an ultra-thin, protective lipid layer on your skin post-rinse, preventing tightness and locking in essential natural moisture without chemical pH balancers.

"Why Citrus Peel Essential Oil?" Ancient & Bio-Science Feature?

"Why Citrus Peel Essential Oil?" Ancient & BioScience Feature?

Nature's Original Radiant Exfoliant

For centuries, citrus peels have been utilized in Mediterranean and Asian bath traditions to brighten skin, restore clarity, and invigorate the senses. Bitter orange peel essential oil (Citrus Aurantium Amara) contains natural dlimonene and bioflavonoids known for their mild exfoliating, pore-clarifying, and energizing properties.

ColdInfused Bio-Nutrients & Cellular Vitality

When superfatted into our hotprocess kettle soap base, pure citrus peel essential oil works in complete synergy with food-grade virgin olive oil and Levant cottonseed oil. Added cold during the final cooling stage of production to preserve temperature-sensitive Vitamin C and antioxidants, these bio-compounds gently polish skin texture, sweep away dulling surface cells, and reveal a fresh, healthy glow.

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Citrus Soap Bar, Organic & Handcrafted Natural Cleansing Soap (140g)

£8.50

Safe to use

Non-allergen

Confidence by trust

Traditionally Kettle-Crafted in Antakya!

Slowly kettle-cooked in open copper vessels in Antakya, Turkey, following time-honored hot-process methods by master artisans with nearly 40 years of experience.

FAQs

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Yes. Citrus peel essential oil naturally balances excess sebum, gently clears clogged pores, and brightens dull, tired complexions.

Yes. Thanks to traditional kettle hot-process brewing and cold superfatting with virgin olive oil, this bar provides a gentle, non-stripping wash suitable for daily use on the face, hands, and body.

Yes. Built on a 100% plant-based vegetable oil base (Olea Europaea and Gossypium Herbaceum) combined with
natural Citrus Aurantium Amara peel oil, this formula is 100% vegan, cruelty-free, and palm oil-free.

Our soap is traditionally crafted using the hot-process method. After saponification is complete, pure bitter orange peel oil and extra virgin olive oil are blended cold during the final cooling phase to protect active Vitamin C and antioxidants from heat degradation.

No. It contains zero synthetic perfumes, artificial fragrances, or chemical fixatives. Its fresh, energizing scent comes naturally from pure bitter orange peel essential oil and virgin olive oil.

Yes. Citrus essential oil combined with our olive oil base helps clarify scalp build-up, refresh hair roots, and leave hair naturally shiny and revitalized.

Avoid direct contact with eyes. May cause irritation to dry skin. If you don't have an allergy to this soap or any
ingredients, you can use it comfortably. Consult your dermatologist if you encounter an unusual condition.

As a dense, hot-process artisan soap made without synthetic fillers, it is exceptionally long-lasting. Storing your bar on a slatted, self-draining wooden soap dish away from standing water will maximize its lifespan.

Natural kettle-crafted soaps need air to
breathe and naturally release residual moisture. Synthetic plastic wrap traps moisture and degrades soap quality. Our breathable 100% Jute burlap protects the bar and decomposes completely in garden soil within 12 months.