Papoutsanis Natural Greek Olive Oil Soap is an 8.8 oz (250 g) fragrance-free bar made in Greece from olive oil using the traditional Greek soap-making method. It is a plain, biodegradable soap for face and body that suits all skin types, including sensitive skin, sold as a single large bar and shipped fast from New Jersey.
Papoutsanis Olive Oil Soap: Traditional Fragrance-Free Greek Bar for Face and Body
- Made with olive oil — a pure olive oil soap in the traditional Greek style, without added synthetic detergents
- Fragrance-free — no added perfume, so the bar has only the mild natural scent of olive oil soap
- Large 8.8 oz (250 g) bar — a generous block that lasts weeks of daily washing
- For all skin types — dermatologically tested and gentle enough for sensitive, dry, and normal skin
- Biodegradable — a simple soap base that breaks down naturally after use
- Made in Greece — produced by Papoutsanis, the Greek soap maker founded in 1870
How to Use
Wet the bar and your hands, work up a lather, and wash face or body as usual, then rinse well with warm water. The bar is firm and can be cut into two or three smaller pieces with a kitchen knife for easier handling. Between uses, keep it on a draining soap dish so it dries out; a bar that sits in water softens and wears down much faster. Store spare bars in a dry cupboard.
About Papoutsanis
Papoutsanis is Greece's oldest soap maker, founded in 1870 and still producing in Greece today. The company is known for traditional olive oil soaps as well as hotel amenities and modern body care, and it is one of the largest soap producers in the country. Its olive oil bars follow the classic Greek recipe that has been made for generations. Browse more in our Personal Care collection. Learn more at papoutsanis.gr.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Papoutsanis Olive Oil Soap suitable for sensitive skin?
Yes. The bar is fragrance-free, dermatologically tested, and made with olive oil rather than harsh synthetic detergents, so it is a mild choice for sensitive, dry, or easily irritated skin. It also works on normal and combination skin for face, hands, and body. Anyone with a known olive allergy should check with a doctor first.
How do I use and store Papoutsanis Olive Oil Soap?
Lather the wet bar in your hands or on a washcloth, wash, and rinse thoroughly. It can be used daily for face and body. Because the 8.8 oz (250 g) bar is large, many people cut it into smaller pieces. Keep the bar on a draining dish between uses so it dries out, and store unused bars somewhere dry.
What is in Papoutsanis Olive Oil Soap and how does it differ from regular bar soap?
The soap is made from olive oil saponified in the traditional Greek way, with no added fragrance or coloring. Regular commercial bars are often built on synthetic surfactants and perfume. An olive oil bar gives a softer, creamier lather and tends to leave skin feeling less tight after washing, which is why Greeks have used it for generations.
Is this soap made in Greece?
Yes. Papoutsanis has produced soap in Greece since 1870 and this bar is made there, with Greek text on the wrapper alongside English. It is the same 8.8 oz (250 g) olive oil bar sold in Greek supermarkets and pharmacies, imported by Real Prime Deals for US and Canadian customers.