Eco Bath London Apricot Soap on a Rope 220g

The Shower Bar That Smells Like Summer and Feels Like Skincare.

Eco Bath London's Apricot Soap on a Rope is a 220 g body bar made in France, where soap-making has been a serious craft for centuries. The formula is built around a core of shea butter and olive oil — two of the most effective natural moisturisers available — enriched with apricot seed powder for gentle physical exfoliation and rosemary leaf extract for its antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties. The result is a bar that cleanses thoroughly, lathers richly, and leaves the skin noticeably softer and more hydrated than a conventional body wash.

The scent is apricot — warm, fruity, and genuinely uplifting without being cloying. It is the kind of fragrance that makes the shower feel like a treat rather than a routine, and it lingers pleasantly on the skin after rinsing. The 220 g bar is generously sized and, thanks to the rope handle, can be hung to dry between uses — which significantly extends its life compared to a bar left sitting in a soap dish.

The rope handle is also what makes this soap genuinely practical for everyday use. It keeps the bar off wet surfaces, prevents the mushy base that shortens the life of most soap bars, and makes it easy to use in the shower without dropping. It is a small design detail that makes a real difference in daily use.

Eco Bath London sources its ingredients sustainably and formulates its products to be kind to both skin and environment. The bar is biodegradable and free from unnecessary synthetic additives.

How to Use

Wet the bar and work into a lather between your hands or directly onto the skin. Massage over the body, allowing the apricot seed powder to gently exfoliate as you cleanse. Rinse thoroughly. After use, hang the soap by its rope to allow it to dry fully between showers — this is the single most effective way to extend the life of the bar.

Key Features

220 g body bar made in France. Enriched with shea butter (certified organic) and olive oil for deep moisturisation. Contains apricot seed powder for gentle physical exfoliation. Rosemary leaf extract and sunflower seed oil provide antioxidant and conditioning benefits. Warm apricot fragrance. Rope handle for hanging and drying between uses. Biodegradable and sustainably sourced by Eco Bath London.

Dimensions & Specifications

• Net weight: 220 g
• Format: Soap bar with rope handle
• Scent: Apricot
• Key ingredients: Shea butter (organic), olive oil, apricot seed powder, rosemary leaf extract, sunflower seed oil
• Country of manufacture: France

Full Ingredients

Sodium Palmate, Sodium Palm Kernelate, Aqua/Water, Parfum/Fragrance, Palm Kernel Acid, Glycerin, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Seed Powder, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Tetrasodium EDTA, Tetrasodium Etidronate, Sodium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, CI 77491/Iron Oxides, CI 77891/Titanium Dioxide, CI 19140/Yellow 5 Lake, Linalool, Limonene, Citronellol, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Butylphenyl Methylpropional.
*Ingredient from organic farming.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does apricot seed powder do in a soap bar?
Apricot seed powder is a fine, natural exfoliant derived from the ground kernels of apricot fruit. In a soap bar it provides gentle physical exfoliation — helping to remove dead skin cells and smooth the skin's surface without the harshness of synthetic microbeads. It is suitable for most skin types and leaves the skin noticeably smoother after regular use.

Why does the rope handle make the soap last longer?
When a soap bar sits in a wet soap dish or on a shower shelf, the base becomes waterlogged and soft, which causes it to dissolve much faster than it should. Hanging the bar by its rope allows it to dry fully between uses, which significantly slows the rate at which it dissolves and extends the life of the bar considerably.

Is this soap suitable for sensitive skin?
The formula is made from natural ingredients and is free from unnecessary synthetic additives. The shea butter and olive oil base is generally well-tolerated by most skin types. However, the apricot seed powder provides physical exfoliation which may be too stimulating for very sensitive or reactive skin. If you have a diagnosed skin condition, consult your GP before use.

Is this soap biodegradable?
Yes. The bar is made from natural, biodegradable ingredients and is free from synthetic microplastics. It is a genuinely eco-friendly alternative to plastic-packaged liquid body washes.

Where is this soap made?
The Eco Bath London Apricot Soap on a Rope is made in France, where traditional soap-making craftsmanship and high-quality formulation standards are well established.

Is this a good gift?
Yes — the soap on a rope format is a classic and distinctive gift that feels considered and special. The 220 g size is generous, the apricot scent is universally appealing, and the eco-friendly credentials make it a thoughtful choice for anyone who values natural, sustainable personal care products.