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The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Best Soap for Hardworking Hands

Updated: Sep 1

Discover the Benefits of Natural Soap


For hardworking gardeners, the ideal soap not only cleans but also rejuvenates the skin. While liquid hand wash soap certainly does the job, our traditional bar soaps stand out with their superior cleaning action.


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Our new collection of French soap from Provence is particularly beneficial. The rubbing action of the bar creates friction on your skin, effectively removing stubborn dirt and debris accumulated from gardening. The oat in our Honey & Oat Soap provides excellent exfoliation. Meanwhile, our Olive Oil French soap is rich and nourishing, producing a robust lather to keep your hands clean and soft.


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Indulge in Luxurious Hand & Body Wash


If you're looking for soap for hardworking hands that achieves deep cleanliness, or you'd like to indulge in a luxurious hand & body wash, discover our Odyssey Black Pepper & Sandalwood Shampoo & Body Wash, launched this week. Its evocative aroma combines black pepper, sandalwood, and geranium for a remarkable sensory experience. This is a luxurious, richly moisturising hand-body wash that will leave your skin clean without stripping it of its natural oils.


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Rest assured, with proper handwashing technique, both traditional bar soap and liquid hand wash are equally effective in maintaining cleanliness and keeping hands germ-free.


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Soap for Hardworking Hands

Frequent handwashing may cause your skin to become dry, which is due to the alkaline nature of soap against the skin's acidic surface. Excessive use of strong detergent soaps can cause tightness and itchiness, especially in individuals with sensitive skin. Choosing a natural, mild bar soap or liquid soap is best, as these do not contain any skin-drying chemicals.


Liquid soap often feels less drying, thanks to the addition of moisturisers. Our natural French soap, enriched with olive oil, provides excellent hydration.


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To use our luxury handwash, pump a small amount onto wet hands, lather thoroughly, and rinse well. Afterwards, apply a small amount of hand lotion and massage it in until absorbed.


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The Cole and Lewis hand and body wash is known for its luxurious feel, premium fragrance, and ability to leave hands feeling soothed and nourished. We are proud stockists of the Cole and Lewis bath and body range, and you won't find these products on the high street.


Choosing the Right Ingredients


Whichever type of soap you choose, look for skin-soothing ingredients such as Aloe Vera, Olive oil, Sunflower oil, and Coconut oil to achieve soft and clean skin. Our Lemongrass and Bergamot handwash features Aloe Vera, and French soap bars are rich in olive oil, leaving your hands fragrant and smooth.


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You can rest easy knowing that all our soaps, whether liquid or bar, have been dermatologically tested and are 100% vegan and cruelty-free. Your choice is beneficial for your skin, the environment, and animal welfare.


Lavender soap in eco-friendly packaging with purple label. Text: Marseille Soap Co., Savon Lavande. Illustrated lavender sprigs.

Commitment to Sustainability


Our bottled hand & body wash, including the new Odyssey hair and body wash, is presented in 300ml recycled plastic bottles, reflecting a commitment to sustainability.


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Odyssey Black Pepper & Sandalwood Shampoo & Body Wash contains essential oils, is vegan and cruelty-free, and is made in the UK. It has been dermatologically tested for sensitive skin and features bottles made from 100% recycled Prevented Ocean Plastic™. They do not contain phosphates or phthalates.


  • Contains essential oils.

  • Vegan and cruelty-free

  • Made in the UK

  • Dermatologically tested for sensitive skin

  • Bottles made from 100% recycled Prevented Ocean Plastic™

  • Do not contain phosphates

  • Phthalate-free


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Refreshing and Uplifting Scents


Alternatively, try our Bergamot & Lemongrass Handwash, paired with our matching Body Wash, which is renowned for its refreshing and invigorating scent. The combination of the citrusy, slightly floral notes of bergamot with the zesty, herbaceous aroma of lemongrass creates a pleasant and uplifting experience. Our fantastic liquid soap for hardworking hands leaves them with a wonderful scent.


Two Cole & Lewis bottles: green Energising Body Wash and yellow Regenerating Hand Wash, both with black pumps, on a beige background.

Thank you for checking in! For more information about our natural, vegan, and organic soaps and skincare, please visit our website or social media pages.


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