Discover the Luxury of French Soaps

The Heritage of French Soaps, Natural Ingredients

Traditional Craftsmanship

French soaps, particularly those from regions like Provence, are often made using traditional methods that have been passed down through generations. This craftsmanship ensures each bar is of the highest quality.

Triple Milled Process

Many French soaps are triple milled, a process that creates a denser, longer-lasting bar with a smoother texture and a rich, creamy lather. This method ensures the soap is consistent throughout and free of impurities.

Vegetable Oils

High-quality French soaps typically use vegetable oils such as olive oil, coconut oil, and palm oil. These oils are known for their moisturising properties, leaving the skin soft and hydrated.

Shea Butter

Many French soaps are enriched with shea butter, which provides deep nourishment and helps to soothe and protect the skin.

Essential Oils and Natural Fragrances

The distinctive fragrances of French soaps come from natural essential oils and botanical extracts. Scents like lavender, verbena, rose, and citrus are common, offering aromatherapeutic benefits in addition to their pleasant aroma.

French Soap at The Candle Tree

At the Candle Tree we are proud to specialise in quality soap. We stock a large range of delightful natural soaps, all shapes and sizes and with fragrances to suit all. Our long standing favourites are the French Market soaps (Savon de Marseille), these are traditionally made, super hydrating and the scent variety is simply stunning. We have recently refurbished our store and have given these soaps pride of place. They are displayed in a beautiful traditional wooden glass cabinet which compliments these classics French soaps. Just looking at the beautiful array of colours, so prettily presented lifts our mood and the gorgeous scents soothes our senses. Savon de Marseille is one of the most famous types of French soap, it is traditionally made with olive oil and seawater from the Mediterranean. It’s known for its gentle cleansing properties and versatility, often used for both skin care and household cleaning. Below we have highlighted a selection of floral scented soaps, chosen to uplift and lighten your mood as we all look forward to the Summer months. Take your pick you’ll be sure to find favourite.

125g Savon de Marseille Jasmine Soap

This French soap is enriched with BIO Shea Butter.  This luxurious Jasmine soap is sometimes selected simply for its rich floral fragrance. While that is of course an excellent reason to select this soap, it has many other benefits you are sure to enjoy. This 100% natural handmade French soap, is well-known for its intoxicatingly floral scent. It is evocative of Summer and is great for getting your day started in the right direction,  boosting energy, confidence, and promoting an optimistic outlook.  This Jasmine French soap is often added to beauty routines to help treat and heal skin suffering from eczema, stretch marks, and scars. Jasmine will also help to improve your skin's overall elasticity and can also be used as a full body toner. If you have extra sensitive skin, this Jasmine soap is the perfect choice. While all of these French soaps are 100% natural, individuals with extremely sensitive skin may prefer this formulation. It is also ideal to use if your skin is irritated and temporarily requires a gentle cleanser until it returns to normal. Whether you choose Jasmine soap for functionality or for pampering, you will experience both skin and mood enhancing benefits.

125g Savon de Marseille Rose Soap

This soap is enriched with BIO Shea Butter, it is an artisanal vegetable French Soap, certified without animal fat and made in Marseille from rigorously selected natural materials. This fabulous 125g cleansing bar is one of our favourite soaps; the pale pink colour and fine rose scent make this a very pretty and popular bar. The delicate soft floral fragrance of rose is just delightful. The addition of shea butter makes it super nourishing and gentle on your skin. There are so many reasons why this soap is one of our absolute favourites and one of our very best sellers. Our rose soap is the perfect gift for someone special or as a self care treat for those much needed times of relaxation and pampering. Crafted in a pretty pink colour as delicate as blooms in a gentle breeze, it lathers into velvety foam that leaves your skin petal-soft.  As for the fragrance, it's as enticing as you might expect, blushing with floral notes and tinged with Summer sweetness. Roses are, of course, synonymous with love and romance, gift this authentic French soap to your amour or enjoy keeping it for your own use. 

125g Savon de Marseille Orange Blossom Soap

This beautiful French soap is infused with orange blossom extract. It is anti-inflammatory with antiseptic properties which helps to calm sensitive and problematic skin. These attributes help in calming skin inflammations and irritations. It is quite efficient in reducing the redness of the skin and treats sunburns by speeding up the process of cell regeneration, making it a perfect Summer soap.  This Savon de Marseille also acts as an astringent by tightening pores. The benefits of orange blossom French soap it that is is both moisturising and exfoliating. Orange Blossom contains natural alpha hydroxyl acid that will deep cleanse without stripping away natural oils. It is also antibacterial and rich in antioxidants and acts as a skin brightener. Almost any product with a citrus element in it will impart brightness to your complexion!  A lovely fresh, clean yet floral fragranced soap to add to your cleansing routine.

125g Savon de Marseille Lavender Soap

Enriched with BIO Shea Butter, this soap is designed to cleanse & exfoliate with the addition of provence lavender flowers. This collection of naturally inspired French soaps simply wouldn’t be complete, without a few products made with authentic Provence lavender! Lavender flowers are blended in as a natural skin exfoliator. Enriched with shea butter and infused with lavender essential oil, you have an all-in-one cleanser, exfoliator, and hydrating beauty bar. French lavender is revered as the most powerful lavender in the world. When used daily, it can sooth sore and swollen muscles and joints and heal minor skin irritation. Use daily to cleanse and treat pain and inflammation associated with acne, bug bites, bee stings, sunburn, minor burns, and other mild abrasions. Lavender is a calming aromatic you can use to ease into your day or to relax and unwind at the end of your busy day. The distinct lavender aroma is a classic favourite enhanced even more by by authentic Provence lavender. Treat your mind and body to a daily dose of this luxurious floral lavender Savon de Marseille soap.

French Soaps

French soaps are renowned for their quality, rich heritage, and luxurious feel. Crafted with natural ingredients and traditional methods, these soaps offer a delightful sensory experience and exceptional skin benefits. Let's delve into the world of French soaps and explore what makes them a must-have for your skincare routine. French soaps offer a luxurious and effective addition to any skincare routine. With their rich heritage, natural ingredients, and artisanal craftsmanship, these soaps provide more than just cleansing—they deliver a sensory experience that nurtures both body and soul. Whether you’re looking to elevate your daily skincare routine or find the perfect gift, French soaps are a timeless choice that embodies quality and elegance. Embrace the tradition and luxury of French soaps and discover the difference they can make for your skin and well-being.

Check out our online shop for lots more French soaps, you’ll be sure to find a favourite! We also stock a lovely range of candles and scented products for the home as well as gifts and self care treats. We have a delightful picturesque location next to Gloucester Cathedral and look forward to welcoming new and loyal customers into our newly refurbished shop. We sell a quality range of branded products including the naturally inspired St Eval brand, natural beeswax candles by Beeswax Cornwall, Bloom Remedies body care treats and candles, beautifully packaged soaps by The English Soap Company, Naturally European hand creams and much much more!