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Say “Je t’aime” this Valentine’s Day with a natural French soap gift box
January 10, 2022

Valentine's-DayShopping for the one you love? Then why not pamper them this Valentine’s Day with our fragrant natural French soaps handcrafted in Provence.

Our range of beautiful Valentine gift boxes is sure to suit every soap lover. You could pick a calming classic Lavender collection… or give the gift of TLC in our extra gentle soap collection. Or treat yourself too with the Sharing soap gift box!

There’s a thoughtful gift box of our most ultra-gentle natural French soaps to treat someone with sensitive skin; which includes Savon de Marseille and hydrating donkey milk soaps as well as a set of French soap bars to share and a box of all our cute and creamy French gift soaps. We’ve even tailored a box of French market soaps we think the men in our lives Sharing-gift-boxwill particularly love.

And finally, there’s our personal selection gift box giving you the opportunity to choose the fragrances that are personal to the one you love.

Whichever you choose, you can feel good knowing that all our handcrafted French soaps are triple-milled and enriched to create a divinely velvety lather to soften the skin. And they’re beautifully packaged in a recycled box too.

Plus, don’t forget if you spend £20 or more we’ll include a FREE heart gift soap and a FREE handcrafted, heart-shaped rustic soap dish made from real slate.

So come and discover our wonderful natural French soap gifts boxes for Valentine’s Day – Shop Now>

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Our Christmas natural French soap gift boxes are ready!
November 4, 2021

All-is-calm-christmas-gift-boxWe are so excited that the festive season is finally on its way and we are getting ready for our Christmas markets with the run up to the big day.

We have five festive gift boxes of artisan French soaps designed to awaken, revitalise or relax plus a discovery box of smaller-sized soaps and a set of our purest soaps for those in need of some extra care. And a personalised gift box where you can choose that perfect Christmas gift for someone special.

To give you an opportunity to purchase these wonderful gift sets or select a personalised gift we will be in the following town and country markets over the next few Comfort-and-joyweeks and we would love to see you!

If you can’t make it then either buy here or give us a call and we’ll be delighted to help you choose the perfect Christmas natural French soap gift for someone you love.

Christmas fairs and markets

Pure-delight-natural-french-soap7th November – Macmillan Craft Fair, North Hall, Loxwood, West Sussex 11am – 3 pm

20th November – WI Craft Fair, Alfold Village Hall, Alfold, Surrey 10am – 3pm

25th November – Park Mead School Christmas Fair, Cranleigh, Surrey 7pm – 9pm

26th November – Loxwood School Christmas Fair, Loxwood, West Sussex 4.30pm – 6.30pm

27th November – Christmas Fair, Southwater, West Sussex 1.30pm – 5.30pm

Awaken-the-senses28th November – Alfold FC Craft Fair, Alfold Social Club, Alfold, Surrey 1pm – 5pm

8th December – Bat and Ball pub Wisborough Green, West Sussex 4pm – 9pm

9th December – Bat and Ball pub Wisborough Green, West Sussex 10am – 4pm

 

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Loxwood village fete and fun dog show
August 13, 2021

Loxwood village feteThe French Soap Store is delighted to announce that we will have a stand at our local village fete in Loxwood on Saturday, August the 21st from 11 am until 4 pm.

This family affair includes events such as a Fun Dog Show, Children’s Races, Punch & Judy, Magic Show, Bouncy Castle, Slinfold Concert Band, The North Singers, Face Painting as well as an excellent selection of stalls, Tombola, Grand Draw, Licensed Bar, Barbecue, Teas and many other attractions.

Our stand will include all the usual favourites French market soaps, organic donkey milk soaps and exfoliating soap bars, all of which can be purchased, 4 for £12. Our fabulous 240g soap on a rope (Savon de l’écolier) has a special offer, buy 3 and get a free 60g French guest soap. Plus sensational summer offermany more …

So put the date in your diary and come and enjoy the fun!

If you can’t get there just remember there is still our sizzling summer offer of 15% off any combination of our fabulous natural French soaps, but hurry this offer ends soon!

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#PlasticFreeJuly: switch to natural soap bars
July 1, 2021

#PlasticFreeJulyAre you taking part in #PlasticFreeJuly this year? Switching to our natural solid soap bars is a great way to reduce plastic waste.

Plastic Free July is a global annual campaign which encourages people to cut down on single use plastic and help to protect the planet.

The problem is even everyday tasks, like washing our hands, our hair or our home, can use numerous plastic bottles of shower gel, liquid soap, shampoo and detergent. That adds up to a lot of plastic, especially if you’re part of a large family.

So, how can you use less plastic? One simple step is to simply replace your plastic products with solid bars of soap, like the natural soap bars we stock here at the French Soap Store.

Our natural French zero-waste soaps are free from plastic and chemicals, which makes them better for the environment and better for your skin too.

Did you know you can shampoo with a solid bar of soap? Our organic solid French shampoo soap bars are the ideal plastic-free alternative to bottled shampoo. They last for ages too. Each one is chemical-free and handmade using nourishing natural oils.

You can clean just about everything with our traditional SAVON DE MARSEILLE. This handcrafted soap block is naturally anti-bacterial and can be used to clean everything from stone floors and delicate clothes. It’s so gentle on the skin, fabrics and the environment, we just add grated soap flakes directly to the wash.

Lose your bottle and choose solid soap

So, go on, take part in #PlasticFreeJuly and treat yourself to some natural plastic-free soap.

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Natural French soap bars, perfect for that holiday getaway
April 28, 2021

frence gift soapsThe weather this April has been lovely, albeit a little on the chilly side! I’m sitting in my garden in the gorgeous spring sunshine today, with my eyes closed dreaming about being on holiday back in Avignon, France. Here we’d be sipping wine, taking in the lively atmosphere, walking into the charming shops and losing ourselves in the hidden hideaways, great for postcard writing or just to collect our thoughts. It was lovely while it lasted and has got me in the holiday mood. Are you thinking of getting away on holiday too?

Natural French soap bars, perfect for that holiday getaway

At the French Soap Store, we have the perfect size soaps for a weekend getaway! Our 30g gift soaps are ideal, with twelve different scents to choose Natural french soap barsfrom. Or if you are going away for longer, then our 125g French Market soap bars, with 32 different fragrances are perfect.

Our new 60g soap bars come in thirteen different fragrances making them the perfect travel companion for any holiday at home or abroad. Each bar is made with nourishing plant oils, organic Shea butter and fragrances from Grasse. They last for ages and are wonderfully moisturising, while the all-natural formula will keep your body and conscience clean.

Extend the life of your soap with our organic hemp soap bag

To make your natural French soap last even longer why not buy our organic hemp soap bag? This bag is 100% natural, hygienic and odourless. It is Natural Hemp-soap-bagsuitable for washing, mild skin removal, massage and stimulating blood circulation. By placing your soap in the hemp bag you prevent slipping and wastage. When finished with just hang it up to dry. This bag helps save your soap from excess wear and tear and the very last bit can be used.

We also have some more great new products coming to the store soon and we are so excited to share these with you! Call Katie now on 07867 486402 or email info@frenchsoapstore.co.uk and she will be delighted to help.

 

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The History of Savon de Marseille
March 18, 2021

Savon-de-MarseilleSavon de Marseille, also known as Marseille soap, has been around for over 600 years and is a staple in many households. It is known as the world’s best soap and contains many incredible cleaning capabilities while using all-natural ingredients.

First produced in Marseille, France, this solid soap is made entirely from natural ingredients using vegetable oils as the primary substance. It is documented to have been first made in 1370 by soap maker Crescas Davin. In 1593, Georges Prunemoyr opened the first soap factory producing Savon de Marseille when the soap demand was growing. By the 17th century, seven factories produced around 20,000 tonnes of soap every year.

The element that made this unique to the region was the Mediterranean seawater, as the salt content helped proceed the correct consistency for the soap bar.

A variety of oils were used in the production of Savon de Marseille soap

As Marseille is a large port town in France, many oils and fats were traded, which influenced the soap’s critical ingredients. It was no longer just the locally produced olive oil, but oils such as sesame, peanut, and copra became popular ingredients. Soda ash was used as a binder and sometimes sea salt too.

Savon de Marseille Olive 300gKing Louis XIV valued this ancient soap so much that in the late 17th century, he introduced regulations in the Edict of Colbert, stating that any soaps named Savon de Marseille must only use olive oil and had to be made in the region of Marseille. This made a name for the soap and has given the soap its prestigious reputation across the globe. However, in more recent years, the ruling for production has changed, and other vegetable oils are allowed to be used in production. The soap has still kept to its name; however, allowing the introduction of other oils allows for more experimentation and varied products.

By the early 1900s, around 132 soap makers produced Savon de Marseille in France. François Merklen is known for creating the formula that makes the soap we know today. His recipe was 63% copra oil or a substitute, 9% soda ash or sea salt, and 28% water. This recipe became the basis of forming the Savon de Marseille soap that is world-famous today.

Sadly after World War II, production didn’t pick up, as more synthetic detergents and household soaps were being manufactured for a lower price. As a result of the decline in demand, as of 2000, there are only five soap producers left in Marseille.

Environmentally friendly

Although there are fewer producers of Savon de Marseille, the global demand still exists. With more understanding of the environment, we have become aware of our waters’ pollution. As a result, natural soaps like Savon de Marseille are becoming increasingly popular as an environmentally friendly option.

The French Soap Store has a variety of Savon de Marseille soaps, all are handmade with a minimum of 72% olive or vegetable oil, this iconic natural block of soap can be used to clean everything from stone floors to sensitive faces. Shop now>.

Written by Becca Marsh

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