The Deepest Clean of Your Life. From Four Ingredients.
40% laurel berry oil. 60% olive oil. Air-cured for up to nine months. Face, body, hair — one bar does it all. Crafted using a centuries-old Syrian tradition with nothing added and nothing hidden.
✓ Leaves skin feeling genuinely clean — not stripped, not coated, just clean
✓ Replaces face wash, body wash, and shampoo — one bar, three products
✓ No synthetic fragrance, sulfates, parabens, dyes, or preservatives
✓ Crafted in Türkiye using centuries-old Syrian Aleppo methods
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Aleppo Soap - 40% Laurel Oil
The tradition of Aleppo soap originates in Syria, where craftsmen have been producing it the same way for over a thousand years: olive oil and laurel berry oil, slowly cooked together, hand-cut, and left to air-cure for months before the bar is considered ready.
The 40% formula is the highest laurel concentration in the Sobeautis range — built for oily, congested, and combination skin that needs a genuinely thorough cleanse. Crafted by traditional artisans in Türkiye following those same Syrian production methods, with the same four ingredients and the same nine-month cure.
Buyers use this bar on their face, body, and hair — replacing multiple products with one. The scent is naturally earthy and herbal from the laurel oil. It fades within minutes of rinsing and leaves no fragrance on the skin.
Those new to Aleppo soap or with primarily dry skin may prefer our 5% Laurel Oil formula as a starting point, while those wanting a balanced everyday cleanse often choose the 20% Laurel Oil formula.
40% laurel berry oil. 60% olive oil. Natural lye. Water. Nothing more.
✓ Air-cured for up to nine months — denser and longer-lasting than conventional soap
✓ Deep cleansing for oily, congested, and combination skin
✓ Suitable for face, body, and hair including oily scalps
✓ 100% plant-based — no parabens, sulfates, dyes, or synthetic fragrance
✓ Natural earthy scent fades quickly — does not linger on skin or interfere with perfume
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What Makes the 40% Formula Different
The Formula
Aleppo Soap 40% Laurel Oil · 60% Olive Oil
Traditionally air-cured for up to nine months.
The 40% formula is the most intensive in the Sobeautis range. More laurel berry oil means a deeper, more thorough cleanse — the kind that removes oily residue, buildup, and impurities that milder soaps leave behind. The 60% olive oil keeps that cleanse balanced, preventing the bar from stripping the skin completely dry. Slowly cooked, hand-cut, and air-cured for up to nine months following a centuries-old Syrian tradition — each bar develops exceptional hardness and a lather that performs consistently from the first use to the last.
What Makes This Formula Unique
✓ The deepest cleanse in the range — removes oily residue and buildup that milder soaps miss
✓ Nine months of air-curing makes each bar denser, harder, and longer-lasting than conventional soap
✓ 60% olive oil keeps the cleanse balanced — thorough without being harsh
✓ Used by buyers as a complete replacement for face wash, body wash, and shampoo
Approx. 150g · Air-cured for up to nine months · Typically lasts 4 to 6 weeks with daily use when stored correctly.
What to Expect from Aleppo Soap 40% Laurel Oil
Discover how this high-laurel Aleppo soap performs and fits into your cleansing ritual.
Scent Strength
Naturally Earthy & Herbal
A more pronounced earthy, herbal aroma than lower concentration formulas. Fades within minutes of rinsing. Does not linger on skin or interfere with perfume.
Usage Frequency
Daily Clarifying Cleanse
Suitable for daily face, body, and hair cleansing. During the first one to two weeks, every-other-day use allows skin to adjust. Follow with a moisturizer if needed.
Texture
Rich & Creamy
A firm, long-lasting bar that creates a dense, creamy lather. Denser than conventional soap due to nine months of air-curing — dissolves slowly and holds its shape well.
Best For
Oily & Combination Skin
Ideal for oily, congested, and combination skin. Also effective for oily scalps. Sensitive skin buyers are welcome — patch test recommended before full use.
Four Ingredients. Nothing More. Nothing Less.
Only four essential ingredients — chosen for purity, balance, and timeless skin care.
Free from fragrance, fillers, and synthetic additives.
Olive Oil
The base of every bar. Gentle cleansing without stripping moisture.
Laurel Oil
At 40% concentration — the highest in the range. The deepest cleanse.
Natural Lye
Transforms the oils into soap. None remains in the finished bar.
Water
Unites the four ingredients during cooking. Nothing else is added.
How to Use Your Aleppo Soap 40% Laurel Oil
Face
Lather between hands before applying
Massage gently onto damp skin, then rinse thoroughly
- Avoid direct contact with eyes — rinse immediately with water if contact occurs
Body
- Apply directly to skin or with a washcloth
- Rinse thoroughly and allow skin to dry naturally
Hair & Scalp
- Lather between hands and massage into wet scalp and hair
- Rinse thoroughly — more thoroughly than with conventional shampoo
- For dry ends, follow with a small amount of your preferred natural hair oil if needed
- Avoid contact with eyes when rinsing
Soap Care
- Allow the soap to dry fully between uses
- Store on a well-drained soap dish
- Proper drying helps extend the life of traditional Aleppo soap
Skin Guidance
- Made with traditional plant-based ingredients
- If you have sensitive skin, perform a small patch test before regular use
- Discontinue use if irritation occurs
What Customers Are Saying About the 40%
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Questions About the 40% Formula
Is the 40% formula right for my skin type?
The 40% is built for oily, congested, and combination skin that needs a genuinely deep daily cleanse. It has the highest laurel berry oil concentration in the range which means more intensive cleansing than the 5% or 20% formulas.
That said — several buyers with sensitive skin have used this formula with excellent results. One buyer with HS and Trichotillomania described it as the cleanest their skin had ever felt. Another uses it on their toddler’s sensitive skin. Sensitive skin does not automatically mean this formula is wrong — it means a patch test before full use is essential.
If your skin is primarily dry rather than sensitive, the 20% or 5% formula will likely suit you better.
What does it smell like — and will the scent bother me?
The scent is naturally earthy and herbal — the aroma of laurel berry oil at higher concentration. It is more noticeable than the lower percentage formulas. Some buyers love it immediately. Others find it unfamiliar at first.
What matters: the scent fades within minutes of rinsing. It does not linger on your skin, does not interfere with your perfume or lotion, and leaves no scent after drying. If you are scent-sensitive, the 5% formula has a much milder natural aroma.
Can I use this on my hair?
Yes — and many buyers do. The 40% formula is particularly effective for oily scalps. Lather between your hands and apply to wet hair and scalp, working through to the roots. Rinse thoroughly.
Some buyers follow with a small amount of natural oil on the ends — argan or cedarwood oil — to replace conditioner, particularly for longer or drier hair ends. During the first few uses, hair may feel different as it adjusts from conventional shampoo. This is temporary and normal.
My skin felt dry after using it. Is that normal?
For some buyers, yes — particularly in the first one to two weeks and particularly for those transitioning from conventional cleansers.
The 40% formula cleanses deeply. Conventional soaps and body washes often contain conditioning agents that leave a coating on the skin — when you switch to a pure soap with nothing added, the skin goes through a short adjustment period. Following with a simple fragrance-free moisturizer during this period helps significantly.
If dryness continues beyond two to three weeks, the 20% formula delivers a deep cleanse with more olive oil balance, which may suit you better.
How long does one bar last — and is it worth the price?
With daily use for one person, a properly cared for bar typically lasts 4 to 6 weeks. Because it is air-cured for up to nine months before it reaches you, it is significantly denser than conventional soap and dissolves far more slowly.
The key is storage — keep it on a well-drained soap dish and let it dry fully between uses. A bar left sitting in water shortens its own life considerably.
On value: this bar replaces your face wash, body wash, and shampoo. When you account for three separate products, most buyers find it saves money over time — and delivers a clean nothing else in their bathroom did.
Will it sting my eyes?
Yes — as with all real soap, avoid direct contact with eyes. Lather between your hands before applying to the face and take care around the eye area. If the bar does contact your eyes, rinse thoroughly with clean water.
Is this authentic Aleppo soap — and where is it made?
Yes — and we want to be fully transparent about what that means.
The Aleppo soap tradition originates in Syria, where craftsmen have produced it the same way for over a thousand years: olive oil and laurel berry oil, slowly cooked together, hand-cut, and air-cured for months. Sobeautis soap is crafted by traditional artisans in Türkiye following those same methods and the same four ingredients. The production location is different. The method, the ingredients, and the standards are not.
What is the difference between the 5%, 20%, and 40% formulas?
The laurel berry oil concentration determines how deeply the bar cleanses.
The 5% is the gentlest — 95% olive oil, best for sensitive and dry skin. The 20% is the balanced everyday choice — 80% olive oil, best for normal to oily skin. The 40% is the most intensive — 60% olive oil, built for oily and congested skin that needs more.
All three use the same four ingredients and the same nine-month curing process. The percentage is the only variable.
How should I store the soap between uses?
On a well-drained soap dish away from direct water flow — and let it dry fully between uses. A mesh bag works well for keeping the bar elevated and dry between showers, and doubles as a light exfoliator when lathering. Never leave the bar sitting in standing water. Stored correctly, it will stay firm and last considerably longer.
Ready for the Deepest Clean of Your Life?
The 40% Laurel Oil formula. Four ingredients. Nine months of curing. One bar for face, body, and hair.
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