Olive oil soap is a straightforward, skin-friendly bar for anyone who wants one product for the face, body and hair. Made by hand using cold process soap methods, it offers a creamy, comfortable cleanse for everyday use. The olive oil is sourced from a family farm in Crete, while herbs, fruit and flowers are grown in the Helleo food forest, where planting helps support bees, biodiversity, nutrient cycling and tree regeneration.
Suitable for: all skin types | daily use | face, body, hair
If you want a natural olive soap that keeps your routine low-waste and easy, this bar is a practical switch.
Why this sustainable soap bar works so well
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Multi-use simplicity: use it as a face wash, body cleanser or olive oil shampoo bar.
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Careful craftsmanship: the slow cold process soap method helps create a well-rounded bar with a classic feel.
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Comfortable cleanse: it leaves skin feeling fresh without that stripped sensation.
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Lower-waste living: a useful sustainable soap bar for home bathrooms, travel and gym bags.
Seasonal plant blends from the Helleo food forest
Each version combines olive oil with botanicals, fruit or flowers selected for a fresh, plant-led wash and a distinctive scent.
Lemon Verbena and Sage
A crisp herbal blend harvested after flowering so pollinators can keep feeding on the blooms. It brings a bright, clean feel to your wash.
Best for: morning showers and a scalp cleanse that feels light and refreshing.
Frangipane and Honeysuckle
Delicate blossom gives this bar a soft floral aroma and a calm, soothing finish.
Best for: an everyday bar with a gentle, relaxing character.
Banana and Avocado
A richer seasonal blend made from summer and autumn harvests for a creamier lather.
Best for: dry-feeling skin and anyone who prefers a softer wash.
Carob and Fig
Raw carob and figs are paired with Helleo olive oil for a naturally indulgent bar with a light exfoliating touch.
Best for: a smoother finish and a more polished cleanse.
Blood Orange and Lime
Fresh citrus juice from fruit gathered through the growing season creates an uplifting scent and a bright finish.
Best for: a morning routine that feels lively and clean.
Strawberry and Mint
Grown beneath the fruit trees, these ingredients help protect the soil while adding a cool, fresh feel to the bar.
Best for: a crisp cleanse with a balanced, refreshing scent.
How to use an olive oil shampoo bar on face, body and hair
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For the face: work up a light lather in wet hands, apply gently and rinse well.
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For the body: glide the bar over damp skin or use a cloth or sponge for extra foam.
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For hair: massage the olive oil shampoo bar into the scalp, rinse thoroughly and repeat if needed.
This olive oil soap is a good fit for simple routines, short trips and anyone cutting down on plastic in the bathroom.
Tips to help your bar last longer
Let the soap dry fully between uses by placing it on a draining dish or soap saver. A dry bar stays firmer, lathers better and tends to last longer. If you travel often, cut a small piece for your wash bag so it is easier to pack and use on the go.
Packaging, storage and size details
Packaging: cardboard box and paper wrap
Box size: 8.8 x 5.6 x 3.3 cm
Care: store somewhere dry and allow the bar to air between washes.
FAQs about olive oil soap
Is this bar suitable for sensitive skin?
It is designed as a gentle everyday cleanser for all skin types and can be used on the face, body and hair.
Can I use it as a shampoo bar?
Yes. The olive oil shampoo bar is a plastic-free option for regular hair washing.
What does cold process soap mean?
Cold process soap is made slowly at lower temperatures, which helps create a traditionally crafted bar with a considered finish.
Why is this considered a sustainable soap bar?
It is handmade, packaged in cardboard and paper, and suited to a lower-waste bathroom routine.
Ready to switch to a simpler routine? Add this natural olive soap to your basket for a versatile, plant-based bar that keeps washing effective, easy and more sustainable.
