Why We’re Obsessed with Australian Olive Oil in Our Soaps (And Why You’ll Love It Too!)
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·Olive oil isn’t just for drizzling on salads—it’s been used for centuries as a skin-loving powerhouse. Packed with antioxidants, vitamins A & E, and essential fatty acids, it deeply hydrates, soothes irritation, and helps protect your skin’s natural barrier.
That’s why Castile soap—a pure olive oil soap that originated in Spain—has been around for hundreds of years. It’s simple, natural, and works like a dream.
But just like Champagne, Parmesan, and Feta, the name "Castile" has been hijacked over time. These days, many brands slap "Castile" on their labels even if their soap contains only a tiny amount of olive oil—often mixed with cheaper oils like coconut or palm. True Castile soap should be 100% olive oil-based, and that’s exactly what we make. No shortcuts, no fillers—just pure Australian olive oil doing what it does best.
Why Aussie Olive Oil?
There’s plenty of olive oil out there, so why do we only use the Australian stuff?
1. It’s Seriously Good Quality
Australian olive oil is held to some of the highest purity standards in the world—which means no dodgy additives or over-processing. The result? A soap that’s cleaner, fresher, and way better for your skin.
2. We’re Supporting Local Farmers
We work directly with Aussie olive growers, making sure they get a fair price while keeping our environmental impact low. That means when you buy one of our soaps, you’re supporting local agriculture (and getting a top-notch product in return).
3. We Give "Unwanted" Olive Oil a Second Life
Here’s something cool—not all olive oil can be sold as food-grade. Sometimes, the taste or colour doesn’t meet supermarket standards, even though the oil itself is amazing.
Instead of letting it go to waste, we turn it into skin-loving soap. So every time you lather up, you’re helping reduce waste and giving this beautiful oil a brand-new purpose.
Wait… Why Are Our Soaps Different Colours?
Ever noticed that some of our soaps are golden, greenish, or even brown? That’s because olive oil changes with the seasons!
Just like wine, each olive harvest has its own unique shade—it all depends on the type of olives, when they were picked, and how they were processed. Since we use pure, natural olive oil (instead of bleaching or refining it like big brands do), our soap reflects those natural variations.
So if your bar of soap looks a little different from the last one, that’s a good thing! It means you’re getting a completely natural, unprocessed product—just the way it should be.
Want to Try It? Start with Our Olive Castile Soap!
Not sure where to begin? Our Olive Castile Soap is the perfect place to start.
Go for our boxed version if you love a fresh bar in sustainable packaging.
Grab our bulk pack if you’re all about reducing waste and stocking up on goodness.
Either way, you’re getting a pure, 100% Australian olive oil soap—gentle, nourishing, and packed with skin-loving benefits.
Check them out here and experience the magic of olive oil for yourself!
Emma xx
