What is Aleppo Soap?

Aleppo Soap (or Savon d’Alep) is considered the ancestor of all traditional soaps, originating over 2,000 years ago in the ancient city of Aleppo, Syria. Its simple ingredients of olive oil, laurel berry oil, lye and water form a hard, long-lasting bar that nourishes skin and cleans naturally.

After the soap paste is cooked, each block is hand-cut, stamped, and left to mature for 6 to 9 months, allowing the exterior to harden and turn golden while the inside remains rich and green. This natural aging process creates a mild, highly effective soap used for centuries across the Middle East and the Mediterranean.

Why Aleppo Soap is So Special

·       100% Natural Ingredients: Made only with olive oil, laurel oil, water and soda.

·       Soothing and Moisturising: Gentle on sensitive skin, suitable for face, body and hair.

·       Antibacterial and Purifying: Laurel oil provides natural antiseptic properties.

·       Eco-friendly and Zero Waste: Biodegradable, long-lasting and plastic-free.

·       Vegan and Cruelty-Free: No animal ingredients or testing.

Genuine Aleppo Soap is cold-processed and air-dried, with no synthetic fragrance or preservatives making it a sustainable soap choice.

Where to Buy Aleppo Soap in the UK

French Soaps is one of the UK’s leading suppliers of genuine Aleppo Soap, sourced directly from certified soapmakers and heritage workshops. Every bar we sell is authentic, sustainable and fully traceable to its original Syrian or Mediterranean producer.

 Whether you’re looking for the best Aleppo Soap for sensitive skin, a household soap alternative, or wholesale Aleppo soap for retail or hospitality, our range combines tradition with trusted quality.