Pre de Provence Marseille Olive Oil Soap Cube 300 g — Traditional French, 72% vegetable oil, multi-use

Pre de Provence Marseille Olive Oil Soap Cube is a traditional French, 100% natural multi-use soap made with at least 72% vegetable oil for gentle, effective cleaning on skin, fabrics, and household surfaces.

Rooted in the centuries-old Marseille soapmaking tradition, this 300-gram soap cube follows the classic formula used since the 1600s and meets the historic standard for authenticity. Crafted by artisans in France, its simple ingredient list—saponified vegetable oils and water—produces a solid, concentrated bar that serves for bathing, hair, laundry, dishwashing and general cleaning. The soap ages from green to amber, delivering long-lasting value and versatile performance without artificial additives.

How can I use this soap for personal care?

This Marseille olive oil soap is mild enough for everyday body and hand washing and can double as a gentle shampoo for many hair types. Lather with water or use a washcloth; rinse thoroughly to remove residues. Its high vegetable oil content helps condition skin while cleansing.

• Body and hand wash: create a rich lather for full-body cleansing
• Shampoo substitute: rub on wet hair or lather in palms before applying
• Shaving aid: use as a simple shaving lather for a smooth glide
• Baby-safe cleaning: suitable for delicate skin when rinsed well

Will this soap work for laundry and stain treatment?

The concentrated bar excels as a laundry booster and pre-wash stain remover. Shave flakes into a bowl or rub the bar directly on stains, then launder as usual. It helps cut grease and lift soil on fabrics without complex detergents.

• Pre-treat stains: rub moist soap directly on marks before washing
• Laundry flakes: shave into warm water for a natural wash solution
• Whiten and freshen: use with mechanical agitation for whites and linens
• Works on grease and household grime: effective on kitchen stains

How does it perform for household cleaning and dishes?

The firm cube is excellent for hand-washing dishes, cleaning countertops, and general household chores. A little soap goes a long way; dilute shavings for buckets or use the bar directly with a sponge. The pure, minimal formula rinses clean and leaves fewer residues than many synthetic cleaners.

• Dishwashing: rub a wet sponge on the bar to create a degreasing suds
• Surface cleaning: dissolve shavings for an all-purpose cleaning solution
• Tool and brush cleaning: effective on oily utensils and garden tools
• Concentrated economy: solid form lasts far longer than liquid soap

What are the ingredients and authentic features to expect?

This soap follows traditional Marseille composition with saponified vegetable oils and simple additives for stability. The ingredient list shows sodium palmate, water, sodium palm kernelate, sodium chloride and sodium hydroxide—the basic components of classic soapmaking. Look for the characteristic color change and dense, long-lasting bar typical of artisanal Marseille soaps.

• Core ingredients: sodium palmate, aqua (water), sodium palm kernelate
• Minimal additives: sodium chloride and sodium hydroxide for texture and saponification
• Natural oil content: contains a minimum of 72% vegetable oil
• Traditional aging: color shifts from green to amber as it matures

Who is this for? Pre de Provence Marseille Olive Oil Soap Cube is ideal for people who prefer simple, time-honored cleaning solutions—those seeking a single, natural product for personal care, laundry, and household tasks. It suits eco-conscious shoppers, fans of French artisanal goods, and anyone who wants a concentrated, multi-purpose bar that replaces multiple liquid cleaners and reduces packaging waste.

Ingredients

SODIUM OLIVATE, SODIUM COCOATE, AQUA (water), SODIUM STEARATE*, SODIUM PALMITATE*, GLYCERIN, SODIUM CHLORIDE, TETRASODIUM GLUTAMATE DIACETATE, SODIUM HYDROXIDE