Pre de Provence Marseille Olive Oil Soap Cube 300g — Traditional 72% Vegetable Oil, Multi-purpose

Pre de Provence Marseille Olive Oil Soap Cube is a traditional 100% natural French soap made with at least 72% vegetable oils, designed for gentle, multi-purpose cleaning of skin, laundry, dishes and household surfaces.

Made in the spirit of Marseille soap artisans, this 300-gram cube follows the centuries-old French method that specifies a high vegetable oil content for a mild, effective cleanser. The formula is simple and natural, using ingredients such as sodium palmate and sodium palm kernelate with water and finished via traditional saponification. As it ages, the soap often shifts color from green to amber — a sign of natural curing rather than artificial dyeing.

What makes this Marseille soap suitable for both skin and household cleaning?

The soap’s high vegetable-oil content (minimum 72% olive oil by tradition) yields a gentle, non-stripping bar that cleans without harsh detergents. Its concentrated nature lets you use small amounts for multiple tasks—from handwashing to pre-treating stains—while remaining skin-friendly.

• Traditional Marseille saponification with vegetable oils for mild cleansing
• Multi-use: hands, body, laundry pre-treatment, dishes and general cleaning
• Gradual color change indicates natural curing, no synthetic colorants
• Simple ingredient list reduces risk of unnecessary additives

How should I use the soap for laundry, dishes, and stain removal?

This solid cube is highly versatile: grate or shave flakes into warm water for laundry boosts, rub directly onto greasy spots to lift stains, or use a dampened bar at the sink for dishwashing. Because it’s concentrated, a little goes a long way—start with small amounts and increase as needed for heavier soils.

• Shave flakes into wash water for whites and stubborn spots
• Rub wet bar onto stains before laundering for pre-treatment
• Use a dampened bar with a scrubber for hand dishwashing
• Combine with warm water for a gentle all-purpose cleaning solution

Is this soap gentle enough for sensitive skin and baby care?

The emphasis on vegetable oils and a minimalist formula makes this Marseille cube milder than many synthetic soaps. While it’s traditionally regarded as gentle, always patch-test on sensitive skin and avoid using soap directly in newborns’ eyes or mucous areas.

• Made from high vegetable-oil content for a softer cleansing feel
• Free from heavy synthetic fragrances and dyes often found in mass-market bars
• Suitable for most skin types when used as a mild cleanser
• Patch-test recommended for very sensitive skin or infants

How does the soap’s traditional status affect quality and authenticity?

The recipe follows the longstanding Marseille soapmaking approach that specifies a high proportion of vegetable oils and an open, time-honored saponification process. That heritage ensures a straightforward, effective product and explains the bar’s natural transformation during curing.

• Produced following centuries-old Marseille methods and standards
• Contains the classic vegetable-oil-rich formulation for authentic texture
• Natural curing produces color change rather than artificial coloring
• Simple, transparent ingredient list reflects traditional craftsmanship

Who is this for: The Pre de Provence Marseille Olive Oil Soap Cube fits buyers who value traditional, minimalist cleaning products that serve multiple household roles. It's ideal for people seeking natural personal care options, those who prefer low-ingredient soaps for sensitive skin, and households that want a single, versatile bar for light laundry, dishwashing and everyday cleaning without synthetic additives.

Ingredients

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