Escentia – Castile Soap (Liquid) 1l

Description

Liquid Castile Soap 1L is a 100% natural, plant-based liquid soap made mainly from vegetable oils such as olive and coconut. It provides gentle cleansing without harsh chemicals, making it suitable for most skin types, including sensitive skin. This versatile soap can be used for personal care (body wash, hand wash, shampoo) or as a multi-purpose household cleaner.

Ingredients:

Typical ingredients include:

• Aqua (Water)

• Potassium Oleate (from olive oil)

• Potassium Cocoate (from coconut oil)

• Glycerin

• Potassium Citrate / Citric Acid

• Atlantic Sea Salt

Benefits:

• Gentle cleansing: Cleans the skin effectively without stripping natural oils.

• Moisturising support: Contains glycerine which helps maintain skin hydration.

• Suitable for sensitive skin: Free from harsh chemicals, fragrance, and colourants.

• Multi-purpose use: Can be used for body wash, shampoo, hand wash, or household cleaning.

• Eco-friendly: Biodegradable and made from simple natural ingredients.

• Vegan and cruelty-free: Contains no animal-derived ingredients.

Other Information:

• pH: Around 8.9 (naturally alkaline soap).

• Free from: Preservatives, synthetic fragrance, and colourants.

• Common uses:

  • Body wash or hand soap

  • Shampoo

  • Household cleaning

  • DIY beauty or cleaning products

• Country of origin: South Africa.

Safety:

• For external use only.

• Avoid contact with eyes and sensitive areas.

• Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight.

Brief History:

Castile soap originally comes from the Castile region of Spain, where traditional soap was made using pure olive oil. Over time, the method spread worldwide, and modern castile soaps often include other vegetable oils like coconut oil while maintaining the same gentle, natural soap-making tradition.

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