Nablus Soap – Pure Tradition from Olive Oil
Discover Nablus soap, handmade from pure olive oil for over 1,000 years, a living tradition of Palestinian craftsmanship and care.
Nablus, one of the oldest cities in the world, is also home to one of Palestine’s most enduring traditions: olive oil soap. Known as Nabulsi soap, this craft has been practiced for over 1,000 years, using natural ingredients and time-tested methods. Made from pure olive oil, water, and lye, the soap is hand-poured, cut, and dried for weeks before it reaches homes across Palestine and beyond.
This gentle, all-natural soap has long been valued for its purity and quality. Today, a few historic factories in Nablus still carry on the tradition, offering visitors a chance to step into workshops where age-old methods are preserved.
Highlights & Experiences
Visit Traditional Soap Factories: See how olive oil soap is boiled, poured, and hand-cut.
Learn the History: Discover the centuries-old role of soap in Palestinian trade and daily life.
Shop Authentic Soap: Bars stamped with traditional marks, still produced by local families.
Smell & Touch: Experience the unique aroma and texture of pure olive oil soap.
Support Local Producers: Purchases directly sustain family businesses in Nablus.
Cultural and Spiritual Significance
Nablus soap is more than a household product — it is part of Palestinian identity. For generations, families across the region have relied on its natural qualities for bathing, washing, and even healing purposes. The soap also carried economic importance, once exported widely and making Nablus a key trading hub.
Today, continuing this craft represents resilience. Despite political and economic challenges, soap producers in Nablus remain proud guardians of a tradition that connects Palestine’s olive groves, culture, and daily life.
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