Castile Soap

A. Scientific Name:

No strict botanical name (traditionally Olea europaea – olive oil base)

B. What it is:

Castile soap is a traditional vegetable-based soap originally made from olive oil. It is biodegradable and made without synthetic detergents.

C. Found in everyday products:

Liquid soap

Bar soap

Household cleaners

Baby products

Dishwashing liquids

D. Why do people use it?:

Castile soap is used as a gentle natural cleanser that can replace many synthetic cleaning products.

E. Safety summary:

Normal use is safe.

Precautions:
• May be drying on very sensitive skin.
• Avoid contact with eyes.

F. Good for:

Natural cleaning

Gentle skin washing

Multi-purpose use

G. Be careful if:

You have very dry skin

You use undiluted soap

H. DIY / Usage Ideas:

Dilute for hand soap

Make household cleaner

Use as body wash

I. Natural alternative category:

Coconut oil soap

Shea butter soap

Herbal soap