How Authentic Laurel Soap Is Made (Step‑by‑Step) + Skin Benefits

Inside the slow craft—and why the cure makes it so gentle.

The Making: Step by Step

Select the oils: High‑quality olive oil plus a purposeful percentage of laurel berry oil.

Saponify: Combine oils with an alkaline solution under heat, creating soap and glycerin.

Pour & Score: The thick, green paste is poured onto a flat surface, leveled, and scored into blocks.

Stamp & Cut: Each block is hand‑cut and traditionally stamped.

Cure (the secret to gentleness): Bars are air‑dried for 6–12 months. Water slowly evaporates, the bar hardens, and the lather becomes exceptionally mild.

Why curing matters: Longer curing = milder bar, creamier lather, and a soap that lasts longer in your shower.

Skin Benefits You Can Feel

Simple, time‑tested formula: No harsh surfactants or unnecessary fillers.

Naturally glycerin‑rich: Helps skin feel comfortable after washing.

Balanced clean: Laurel oil supports a fresh, clarified skin feel while olive oil keeps the bar gentle.

For many skin types: Loved by those with normal to combination skin and often well‑tolerated by sensitive skin. (Patch‑test if you’re new to laurel oil.)

Face, body, and more: Use as a daily cleanser, body bar, hand soap, and even a traditional shave.

We avoid medical claims; for specific skin conditions, consult a professional.

How to Use & Care for Your Bar

Face & body: Lather between hands or on a cloth, then rinse thoroughly.

Shaving: Build a creamy lather with warm water.

Storage: Keep dry between uses. Use a well‑draining dish to extend life.

Hard water tip: A final splash of cool water leaves skin feeling fresh.