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Probably uniquely, we invite you to check up on ours. Sandalwood soap Neem soap   Straightaway, when you use this soap, you will know from the feel and texture this is true wholesome soap like no other. The construction of One Village Soap is radically different. Here is the way to properly clean and do good for your skin. Instead of «tallow» (animal fats), instead of the latest chemical compounds (dare to study the ingredients list on soap made by our competitors), instead of artificial fragrances, choose One Village Soap. Premium soap with more goodness and free from dubious ingredients.   Sandalwood or Neem. All natural ingredients. 100% vegetarian.

"I must say that your soaps are just unbelievable! Probably one of the best products I've bought in the last years. The two kinds of soap that you sell are both wonderful to my previously dry and very problematic skin. Being them both biodegradable and animal friendly they are just what I've been searching for years." – G B, London

Sandalwood soap

One Village Sandalwood is made by combining 80/20 two nourishing vegetable oils – rice bran and distilled coconut oil. We then add generous helpings of both authentic sandalwood essence and fine sandalwood powder. For the skin, sandalwood is soothing and revitalizing, and is an effective antiseptic. Holistically, sandalwood fragrance is a natural energizer. Sandalwood soap ingredients: Rice bran oil (hydrogenated), Coconut oil, Water, Glycerine, Sandalwood oil extract (enhanced), Sandalwood powder, Citric acid, Sodium hydroxide, Zinc oxide, Sodium chloride.   [How we make the soap] One Village Sandalwood soap: article #12682     Order online Approved by the Vegetarian Society

ANDALWOOD has grown in India for at least 2,500 years and the tree is one of the oldest known sources of perfume. It is mentioned in many ancient Indian texts. Sandalwood trees flourish from sea level up to 1,800 metres, and trees growing on stony or gravel soils are the ones with the best fragrance. Our sandalwood comes from Tamilnadu, where the government has encouraged new sandalwood plantations. All our sandalwood comes from government managed sources. Many people depend on sandalwood for their livelihoods. Artificial sandalwood fragrance (from chemicals) is often used in products by commercial companies – but the qualities of artificial sandalwood are not the same as authentic sandalwood used in One Village soap and incense.

"I have used vegetable oil soap for many years, usually Body Shop, but your sandalwood soap is a revelation." – S P, East Finchley

"All of my friends and family are getting sandalwood soap for Christmas – the most gorgeous soap I've ever experienced!" – L M McC, Widnes

"Previously bought your soap in a local farmers' market. – Best sandalwood soap we've ever had." – W R, Rochester

"I can't find anything comparable here in the States. I LOVE your soap. Great product!" – G A F, Panama, New York

Neem soap

One Village Neem is almost 50% neem oil from the seeds of the neem tree (Azadirachta indica). – Neem: the natural oil known in India as «the village pharmacy» because of its far-reaching benefits for skin and for wellbeing. Neem is one of nature's truly remarkable oils; it has been valued for centuries.

Neem tree & seeds [Click for closer look]

In our neem soap we also add mohua oil (from Bassia latifolia) (more than 12% of the soap). The healing properties of this natural oil help to restore skin flexibility. Our careful blend results in a wonderful soap for all skin. Both neem and mohua oils are rich in nourishments. The soap protects from infections. Neem is especially recommended to work against eczema, acne, and problem skin, including situations where other soaps are not normally acceptable. Our neem soap also includes palm and coconut oils, and nearly 2% pure natural citronella – a lemon-scented oil that is an effective insect repellent. All the palm oil used in One Village neem soap is grown in Tamilnadu, India – relatively local to where the soap is made. Ours is not rain forest palm oil. Neem soap ingredients: Neem oil, Palm oil, Mohua oil, Coconut oil, Coconut oil extract, Water, Glycerine, Natural Citronella, Citric acid, Sodium hydroxide, Zinc oxide, Sodium chloride. [How we make the soap] One Village Neem soap: article #12686     Order online Approved by the Vegetarian Society

"Please send me more One Village Neem soap. I have found it extremely good. The skin on my face has ceased to be dry and flaky. I am very pleased." – J B, Glen Parva, Leicestershire

"The neem soap is so good for my mother and granddaughter's eczema" – R H E, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire

"The neem soap has really helped calm down the rosacea on my face. Each bar lasts ages, and makes my skin feel so clean and healthy. Thank you!" – W L B, Halifax

"On holiday I saw this soap in a shop and thought of my sister who for many years has been plagued with psoriasis. She has used the soap and the difference is phenomenal, so I am now buying her more." – M W, Kilmarnock

HAIR CARE TIP! Try One Village Neem Soap instead of liquid shampoo to nurture and clean your hair and scalp. No need for conditioner!

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"I love this soap. My skin is not itchy and my hair feels clean and wonderful." – A G B, Elloughton, Yorkshire

"Have used this soap for eczema on my hands and have had excellent results. It also makes the rest of my body feel lovely and worked a treat when I used it for washing my hair. It also put a stop to the midges biting me in the hot weather. I love the smell too!" – L M R, Lincoln

"I am re-ordering neem soap having purchased some for my daughter and myself. We are absolutely delighted: we both suffer with skin problems and have experienced a noticable improvement in a very short time. It is excellent." – E M H, Brierley Hill

"I love your neem soap, my whole family uses it and it's great for my son's eczema. We also wash our hair with it, and it's always left soft and shiny. I even use it to wash my dogs who have skin conditions and it keeps the fleas at bay. Such a great product." – W L J, Macclesfield

Instead of relying on the smell (most probably artificial anyway), judge soap by its content!