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One product, a thousand possibilities
Simple, raw, and effective, Marseille soap embodies a true return to basics. Used and recognized for centuries for its countless uses, from household cleaning to laundry and skincare. At a time when we are looking for more natural, sustainable, and effective solutions, Marseille soap is the obvious choice.
👉 But be careful: to benefit from all its properties and multiple uses, only genuine Marseille soap makes the difference. We also invite you to read our article: How to recognize a real Marseille soap?, to learn how to make the right choice.
Naturally caring for textiles
Removing stains and caring for fabrics is its specialty! It is precisely for this purpose that Marseille soap has been recognized worldwide for generations.
A remarkably effective stain remover
Moistened and then rubbed directly onto the stain before washing, it helps eliminate many everyday stains while respecting fabric fibers:
- butter or grease stains
- coffee and tea stains
- blood stains
- wine stains
- underarm stains
- and more
As a laundry detergent (homemade laundry detergent)
Marseille soap is historically renowned for laundry care. When flaked, it becomes the ideal base for a simple, economical, and effective homemade laundry detergent. It effectively cleans everyday laundry and is particularly suitable for sensitive skin. Here is the basic recipe:
Basic recipe for liquid laundry detergent with Marseille soap
- Grate approximately 30 to 40 g of Marseille soap
- Melt the flakes in 1 liter of hot water
- Gradually add 1 liter of cold water while stirring
- Let it cool before transferring it to a container
To learn our famous homemade laundry detergent recipe.
In the kitchen
Marseille soap is an excellent ally for cleaning, degreasing, and shining your kitchen from floor to ceiling. Diluted in hot water or used directly on a sponge, it effectively cleans:
- tiles
- work surfaces
- appliances
- sinks and cooktops
It leaves surfaces clean, without harsh residues, while reducing the need for chemical cleaning products.
As dish soap
Marseille soap is also highly valued as a natural dish soap. An effective degreaser, it gently cleans dishes while being kind to your hands. Used by rubbing the bar with a sponge, it washes plates, glasses, pots, and utensils without leaving any chemical residue.
A natural skin cleanser
Used as a soap for the body, face, or hands, Marseille soap helps remove impurities while respecting the skin’s natural balance. It is particularly appreciated for normal to oily skin, as it helps regulate sebum production. Thanks to its simple, fragrance-free formula, it can be used gently for intimate hygiene.
For shaving
Marseille soap can be used as a base for shaving foam. It allows the blade to glide more easily over the skin and helps reduce irritation, leaving a clean feeling.
Surprising and traditional uses
Relieving cramps
Placed at the foot of the bed or under the sheet, it is traditionally used to help relieve nighttime cramps.
Against moths
Placed in wardrobes or drawers, Marseille soap helps naturally repel moths while leaving a fresh, clean scent on linens.
For cleaning wounds
Thanks to its cleansing and antiseptic properties, it can be used to gently wash and clean minor superficial wounds before applying appropriate skincare products.
As toothpaste
Marseille soap is sometimes used as a natural toothpaste. It has strong cleansing and antiseptic properties, beneficial for gums, and leaves teeth clean and bright. The only slight drawback: its taste, which can be surprising. To lessen it, simply rinse your mouth with a mint infusion, for example.
An essential multi-purpose product
A true chameleon product, Marseille soap can replace several everyday products. A simple, economical, and sustainable choice that fits perfectly into a more responsible, authentic, and zero-waste approach.
*Look for the UPSM certification logo on our product pages. 
It guarantees you a genuine Marseille soap, made according to traditional methods.