Artisan Soap with beeswax honey and Propolis - 105g
Artisan Honey, Beeswax & Propolis Soap – 105g Developed and Championed by Olaya (Luisa's daughter) in Asturias This beautiful artisan soap was developed and championed by Olaya, Luisa’s daughter, who works closely with her family’s bees and raw honey business in Asturias, northern Spain. Olaya collaborated with a local artisan soapmaker to create a nourishing soap using honey, beeswax and propolis collected from the family’s own hives. She wanted to bring the ingredients produced by their bees into an everyday soap that could be used on the hands, body and hair. What immediately stands out is the soap’s attractive honeycomb-inspired finish, warm fragrance and distinctive dark marbling. These darker areas come from the propolis, giving every handcrafted bar its own unique appearance. Olaya particularly champions the soap for its versatility and gentle, conditioning character. Honey, beeswax, propolis and aloe vera work together to cleanse while helping the skin feel soft, refreshed and comfortable. Its solid format also offers a simple alternative to water-heavy liquid products packaged in plastic bottles. You can see Olaya's passion for the product here in this little video I made of her A Gentle, Versatile Soap for Skin and Hair Handcrafted in Asturias using honey, beeswax and propolis from Luisa’s family apiaries, this artisan soap creates a rich, fragrant lather for cleansing the hands, body and hair. Honey helps the skin feel soft and conditioned, while beeswax supports a smooth and comfortable after-feel. Propolis, traditionally valued in skincare for its cleansing and protective qualities, creates the soap’s characteristic dark marbling. Aloe vera further enhances its gentle and conditioning character. The result is a beautifully distinctive soap that leaves the skin feeling clean, refreshed and cared for without feeling unnecessarily stripped. Product Highlights Developed and championed by Olaya in Asturias Handcrafted by a local artisan soapmaker Made with honey from Luisa’s family bees Contains beeswax and propolis also from the family’s hives Enriched with aloe vera Suitable for cleansing the hands, body and hair Helps the skin feel soft, smooth and conditioned Produces a rich and fragrant lather Decorative honeycomb-inspired finish Solid format helps reduce reliance on plastic bottles Each handcrafted bar has its own unique appearance Approximately 105g What Makes This Soap Special? This soap combines ingredients from Luisa and Olaya’s Asturian apiaries with the craftsmanship of a local soapmaker. Rather than treating honey, beeswax and propolis as decorative additions, the soap brings their different cosmetic qualities together in a practical product designed for everyday washing. Olaya describes it as a valuable addition to the daily shower routine because the same bar can be used on the hands, body and hair. Its solid form also reduces the need for multiple liquid products and plastic containers in the bathroom. Every bar is handcrafted, so slight variations in its colour, shape and marbled pattern are part of its natural artisan character. Benefits for the Skin Gently cleanses: The soap creates a rich lather that removes everyday dirt and impurities while helping the skin feel fresh and comfortable. Helps maintain softness: Honey is traditionally used in skincare for its humectant qualities, helping the skin retain moisture and feel soft after cleansing. Supports a conditioned skin feel: Beeswax helps give the bar its smooth texture and contributes to a comfortable, nourished feeling after washing. Cleansing propolis: Propolis is a natural resinous substance collected by bees and used to protect the hive. It is traditionally valued in skincare for its cleansing, soothing and antibacterial qualities. Soothing aloe vera: Aloe vera is widely used in cosmetic products to help the skin feel calm, refreshed and conditioned. Versatile everyday care: The bar can be used on the hands and body, as well as on the hair for those who enjoy using traditional solid soap products. Aroma The soap has a warm, fresh and gently aromatic fragrance. Its inviting scent complements the natural character of the honey, beeswax and propolis without feeling overpowering. Appearance The bar features an attractive honeycomb-inspired surface and naturally varied dark marbling. According to Olaya, these darker areas are created by the propolis included in the soap. Because each bar is handcrafted, its colour, shape, marbling and finish may differ slightly from the product photographs. These variations make every bar unique. Key Ingredients Honey: Traditionally valued in skincare for its moisturising and conditioning qualities. It helps the skin feel soft, refreshed and cared for. Beeswax: Gives the soap body and texture while helping the skin feel smooth and comfortable after cleansing. Propolis: A natural substance made by bees from plant resins. It is traditionally used in cosmetic products for its cleansing, soothing and protective qualities. Aloe Vera: A popular cosmetic ingredient used to help soothe and condition the skin. Olive and Coconut-Based Soap: The soap base includes saponified olive and coconut oils, which help produce a cleansing, creamy lather. How to Use Wet the soap and work it between your hands or directly onto wet skin to create a lather. Massage gently over the hands or body, then rinse thoroughly with clean water. To use on the hair, create a lather between your hands and gently massage it through wet hair before rinsing thoroughly. Hair types respond differently to solid soap products, so discontinue use if dryness or irritation occurs. Avoid contact with the eyes. For external use only. How to Care for Your Soap Allow the bar to dry fully between uses by keeping it in a well-drained soap dish. Avoid leaving it submerged in water, as this will cause the soap to soften and reduce its usable life. A More Sustainable Bathroom Choice Olaya also values the soap as an alternative to liquid washing products supplied in plastic bottles. A solid bar requires less packaging, takes up little space and avoids the need to transport the large amount of water contained in many liquid soaps and washes. Using one versatile bar for the hands, body and hair may also help reduce the number of separate containers kept in the bathroom. Producer Story In Asturias, northern Spain, Luisa and her family run a raw honey business. Her children Olaya and Mario manage the bees, while her mother Jacoba and sister Ines assist with extraction and packing. Their bees forage across the forests and mountains of Asturias, producing distinctive honeys shaped by the region’s wild landscape. The family holds a European Denominación de Origen certification for its honey. Olaya helped develop and champion this artisan soap in collaboration with a local soapmaker. The honey, beeswax and propolis used in the bar come from the family’s own bees, creating a direct connection between the finished soap, the beekeeper and the Asturian landscape. Ingredients INCI: Sodium Olivate, Sodium Cocoate, Aqua, Glycerin, Parfum, Cera Alba, Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Powder, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Powder, Mel, Curcuma Longa Root Powder, Propylene Glycol, Geraniol, Propolis Cera. Please check the complete ingredient list before use if you have allergies or sensitive skin. As this product contains ingredients produced by bees, it may not be suitable for people with known allergies to honey, beeswax or propolis. Please note: Almond oil was mentioned during the product video but does not appear in the supplied INCI ingredient list. It has therefore not been included in this description. Confirm the official ingredients with the producer before adding any almond oil claims. About Us At The Raw Honey Shop, we believe the finest bee products should be natural, carefully produced and handled with respect for both the bees and the environment. Since 2008, we have introduced customers to pure, all-natural honey and other thoughtfully made products from trusted beekeepers and artisan producers. Thank you for visiting. We look forward to sharing the wonderful products created by bees and the people who care for them. Product photo is representative. As each soap is handcrafted, its colour, marbling, pattern and finish may vary slightly. Please check the product title and description for accurate contents.