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Give a French soap gift box this Mother’s Day
February 24, 2022

Mother’s Day is on March 27th this year, so, now’s the time to order the perfect Mother’s Day gift and surprise your dear maman with a luxurious pampering treat.

Pretty-SensationalWe’ve put together six gorgeous French soap gift boxes containing some of our favourite French market soaps and candles. Made by artisans in Provence from natural ingredients, each soap bar is wonderfully moisturising and lasts for ages. They’re triple-milled for extra luxury and purity too. Whenever your mother uses one she’ll be transported to the scent-filled Provencal countryside and reminded of your loving gift.

So which French soap or candle gift box would your mother love to receive?

Would your mum like a paradise holiday in a box. Our Pretty Scentsational Mother’s Day gift box brings together the lavender fields of Provence with the tropical flowers of Tahiti with soft scents to surround your mum with love. Enriched with essential oils loving wishes and washesthe soaps will leave her skin super soft too.

How about our fruity French soap selection, Loving Wishes & Washes? This gift box contains wonderful tangy natural French Market soaps like raspberry, watermelon and blackberry. All with mouth-watering scents and nourishing ingredients.

Or perhaps your mum appreciates the simple pleasures of life? The handcrafted slice of the traditional Savon Grand Mere soap? It has a uniquely rustic style and comes exclusively from one of the last old-fashioned Marseille soap-makers.

Candle-and-lavender-soap-gift-boxAnd finally we have our French lavender or olive soap and candle gift box. This wonderful combination of a Black Vanilla scented candle and Best of Provence Soap is the perfect gift for Mother’s Day. Our scented candle wax is 100% natural, a blend of coconut oil, soy and beeswax and contains at least 10% of creamy Black Vanilla fragrance. Perfect to infuse her room with the smell of love.

If you would prefer to have something bespoke then our personalised gift selection is the perfect. Simply choose any four soaps you think your mum would love most from the following ranges:

125g French Market soaps

1Personalised-gift-selection00g Organic Donkey Milk soap

125g Exfoliating soap bars

And the set includes a FREE natural sisal soap bag worth £2.50, for daily exfoliating.

So don’t forget Mother’s Day is just around the corner. Order your gift box of natural and luxurious handcrafted French soaps and candles today to say thank you to your mum and show her how much you care for her.

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The benefits of Organic Donkey Milk soap
November 23, 2021

the-benefits-of-organic-donkey-milk-soapMany of you will have experienced things ‘out of the ordinary’ over the last year or so and put the reason down to the pandemic. Getting Covid-19 under control and keeping ourselves safe has required us all to make sacrifices and in some cases caused us to react physically and mentally to the demands that these measures have bought.

A friend of ours has a 4 year old little boy and like all children, he was shown how important it was to keep his hands clean by washing them regularly to prevent the spread of the virus.

This impacted on him so much that he started to wash his hands far more than was necessary resulting in them becoming sore and bloody. We suggested that the family start to use our organic Donkey Milk soap. Within a few days of him using it his hands had become far less inflamed so that the healing process could begin. They are now fully recovered even though he is still washing his hands regularly.

So what is organic Donkey Milk soap?

Donkey milk soap is made with vegetable oils which are added throughout the saponification process. Once the soap has saponified and cooled, fresh organic donkey milk is added cold so that the soap retains all its beneficial and regenerative properties.

What makes it special?

Organic Donkey Milk contains very high concentrations of vitamins, polyunsaturated fatty acids, amino acids, proteins, vitamins A, B1, B6, C, D, and E and Omega’s 3 and 6.  In addition, it is high in natural sugars which helps produce a creamy, rich lather.

benefits-of-Organic-Donkey-milk-soapVitamin C, a powerful antioxidant helps fight environmental damage by neutralising free radicals before they cause damage to the skin.

Because donkey milk has a pH level that’s very close to that of human skin, it can help regulate the production of sebum, decreasing the chances of a skin breakout. And the proteins and fatty acids in donkey milk soap are also excellent for maintaining the skin’s moisture barrier allowing the skin to heal and breathe.

A Powerful Anti-Ageing and Healing Ingredient

Organic Donkey milk has powerful anti-ageing and healing properties as it contains essential fatty acids. These fatty acids lessen the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and help to regenerate damaged skin. It is also effective in healing and soothing minor skin abrasions.

Moisturiser and Softener

Organic Donkey Milk soap is a powerful moisturiser, cleanser, and softener for the skin. With consistent use, it cleanses, softens and smooths, making it a very versatile part of your beauty routine.

Donkey milk has been used as a skin-nourishing and rejuvenating ingredient for thousands of years and is once again appreciated as a superfood and skin nutrient. It is said that Cleopatra bathed in donkey’s milk more than 2000 years ago, the Romans used it and the 19th Century French Bourgeoisie used it as a skin softener.

So if you have sensitive skin, or you tend to react to fragrances or the more fragranced soaps, our organic donkey milk soap is a natural alternative and won’t cost the earth.

Extra-gentle-soap-selectionOrganic Donkey Milk soap benefits in a nutshell

• Has a creamy lather. Donkey milk adds creaminess to the soap and the sugars in the milk create a wonderful bubbly lather.
• Hydrates and softens skin. Donkey’s milk has a pH level very close to the pH level of human skin, it helps to moisturise and keep the skin’s oils in balance.
• Reduces skin irritations. It is especially high in Vitamin A, which is crucial in repairing damaged skin tissue and maintaining healthy skin.
• Erases wrinkles in the skin. The product possesses an anti-wrinkle effect, helping to eliminate wrinkles and prevent these from appearing in the skin, face and neck.
• Helps regenerate the skin due to the presence of high levels of protein, phospholipids and ceramides, which has both soothing and restructuring properties.
• Provides natural anti-aging skincare. The rich composition of donkey milk with high protein levels of phospholipids and vitamins A, B, C, D and E make it excellent anti-aging, wrinkle treatment,
restructuring and regenerating the face with excellent results.
• It protects from the ever-present danger of bacterial infections.
• It helps heal eczema, neurodermatitis or psoriasis.
• It helps with skin allergies or acne.
• It is an alternative to cow’s milk for children with a milk protein allergy.

If you need any help choosing which organic Donkey Milk soap could be right for your skin then do give us a call on 07867 486402 or email info@frenchsoapstore.co.uk and we will be happy to help.

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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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Tea Tree Natural Soap
September 22, 2021

Tea-Tree-Natural-SoapTea tree oil is a multi-tasking ingredient that can help prevent body acne, calm inflamed skin, and even speed up wound healing.

Though powerful on its own, tea tree oil is often blended with other ingredients for additional benefits. For example, other essential oils, including anti-inflammatory eucalyptus and calming lavender, to name a few. Other soap options can contain antibacterial activated charcoal or antimicrobial green tea, which can both help reduce acne. Many also contain moisturising ingredients, such as Shea butter, coconut oil or olive oil to help skin feel soft and hydrated.

Tea tree oil comes from the leaves of Melaleuca alternifolia, a small tree native to Queensland and New South Wales, Australia. Tea tree soap can help soothe dry skin by reducing itching, swelling and irritation with its anti-inflammatory properties. These properties also make Tea Tree soap effective at combating acne. It may also help to reduce acne scars and redness. The antiseptic properties of tea tree oil may contribute to its ability to combat oily skin. It’s also an effective deodorant soap, helping to eliminate odour-causing bacteria.

The benefits of Tea Tree Soap

Natural-French-Soaps-Tea-TreeBesides leaving you invigorated after each shower or bath, our tea tree natural French soap bar combines the antifungal and antibacterial properties of tea tree with other natural ingredients that help skin feel clean and calm. Free from common irritants, like preservatives, colour, silicon and parabens, our tea tree soap leaves your skin feeling smooth and fresh. And our Tea Tree natural soap is gentle enough for the face and body.

What is tea tree soap good for?

Tea tree oil is great for acne-prone and oily skin as it helps prevent spots, acne and pimples.

What does tea tree soap do to your face?

Tea tree oil is a popular choice for treating acne because of its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. It’s thought to calm redness, swelling, and inflammation. It may even help to prevent and reduce acne scars, leaving you with smooth, clear skin.

Is tea tree soap drying?

Tea tree oil soap is notoriously drying, one of the reasons it’s so good for acne and other bacteria driven skin issues. However, with the addition of Shea butter, our Tea Tree natural French soap is good to use on both your face and body

Is tea tree soap good for the skin?

Natural-solid-soap-barsTea Tree Oil is excellent for acne prone skin and is a common active ingredient found in acne fighting skincare products. This plant extract has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties, both of which can help fight acne and improve the condition.

At the French Soap Store we have a range of pure natural French soaps. They are made with saponified olive and coconut oils plus organic shea butter and they’re the purest way to pamper the skin.

These natural soap bars are unscented or have only a small amount of natural essential oils. And they are made without palm oil or colourings for purity and are perfect for those with dry or sensitive skin.

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Loxwood Village Fete success!
August 23, 2021

French market soapsWe just wanted to say a very BIG thank you to everyone who came on Saturday and supported the Loxwood Village Fete, and to all who bought some of our fabulous French soaps!

Our stall had all the usual goodies including our natural French and market soaps, gift and guest soaps and Écolier oval soap bars.

We were delighted to see everyone stocking up and the weather was kind to us too!

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Loads more choice with our gorgeous natural French soaps from Provence.
August 19, 2021

We are delighted to announce the addition of more wonderful, nourishing, super-smelling, natural French soaps!

Our new arrivals include some really fruity characters, Orange, Lime, Pineapple, Apple, Grape and Papaya French market soaps. These authentic 125g artisan French soaps are made with nourishing plant oils, organic shea butter and fragrances from Grasse.

240g wall mounted rotating french soap on a rope roseNew additions to our ever popular ‘Savon de écolier’ or school soap on a rope oval bars include Marine, Grapefruit and Rose. These oval soap bars are handmade in Marseille and can be used with a rotary wall-mounted soap holder or hung in the shower on the attached rope which helps the soap dry between uses, making it last much longer.

Finally not forgetting our luxurious organic donkey milk soap, enriched with fresh milk from farms in Donkey Milk French Soap lotus blossomProvence. The new addition is a Lotus Blossom fragrance. Organic Donkey milk is mild and full of nutrients that soften and soothe sensitive or irritated skin.

And don’t forget our special offer, buy 5 French market or donkey milk soaps and get a 6th one free, is a great way to stock up and save. Or get 15% off your total order of any combination of our fantastic French soaps with the code SUMMER15 at checkout.

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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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Sensational Summer Offer!
June 24, 2021

sensational summer offerGet 15% off all our natural French soaps in our sensational summer offer!

Looking forward to the long hot summer days ahead? Then why not grab yourself a bargain in our super summer sale?

With 15% off your order of any combination of our fabulous natural French soaps, what’s not to like?!

Just add the code SUMMER15 at checkout and 15% of the total cost of your order will be deducted – it’s as simple as that.

But hurry as this offer is for a limited time only – a bit like our summer …

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Top to toe soap bars for every body
June 10, 2021

Natural-French-soapThere’s everything to love about our solid French soap bars. They’re 100% natural, vegan friendly and completely free from chemicals and synthetic additives – just simply made from gorgeous natural ingredients. They’re all you need to gently clean and nourish your face, hands, body and hair… and care for the environment too.

Treat your face to the finest care

Have you discovered our range of ultra-pure natural French soaps made with olive and coconut oils and organic shea butter? They feel fabulous on your face and because they’re so incredibly gentle they’re perfect for anyone with very sensitive skin.

shampoo-soap-barsNourish your hair naturally

Say goodbye to plastic bottles and chemicals and say hello to soft, shiny, healthy hair. Your hair needs as much gentle care as your skin, but many shampoos contain irritating detergents, foaming agents and preservatives that can make your scalp flaky or itchy. So, do try this natural solid shampoo bar. I love it. It’s easy to travel with too. 

Exfoliating Soap Lavender Flowers125gBuff your body with our exfoliating soaps

Scrub a dub dub with our sensational French exfoliating soaps. They contain real pieces of fruits and plants. The lavender bar for instance contains crushed lavender flowers from the fields of Provence. It feels so good to gently and naturally exfoliate your body and remove dead skin cells, leaving your skin smooth, fresh and healthy.

Treat yourself and your loved ones to natural soap

Father's-Day-giftsWith everyone handwashing more frequently these days, and more of us wanting to ditch single-use plastic and use fewer chemicals, our natural and sustainable French market gift soaps are perfect for friends, family and guests. Oh, and don’t forget Father’s Day – we’ve got some wonderful gift ideas for him here. Many guys have sensitive, dry or easily irritated skin who would appreciate our natural French soaps.

If you have any questions about our soaps or gifts, do get in touch with me, Katie, on 07867 486402 or email me at info@frenchsoapstore.co.uk and I’ll be very happy to help.

 

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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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