{"product_id":"pure-castile-soap-with-citrus-blend-essential-oil","title":"Pure Castile Soap with Citrus Blend Essential Oil","description":"\u003ch2\u003eNatural Citrus Castile Soap, Made in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCitrus essential oils have been prized for centuries - for their bright fragrance and for how well they cleanse, degrease, and lift the mood. Our Citrus Blend castile soap brings together bergamot, tangerine, and lime essential oils for a natural, multipurpose cleaner that's more vibrant and complex than any single-note citrus soap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBergamot\u003c\/strong\u003e is the sophisticated heart of the blend - floral, fresh, and slightly spicy. \u003cstrong\u003eTangerine\u003c\/strong\u003e brings warmth and sweetness, softening the sharper edges. \u003cstrong\u003eLime\u003c\/strong\u003e is the sparkling top note, with natural degreasing power that makes this citrus castile soap especially effective in the kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is an Australian-made castile soap that doesn't just clean - it energises, uplifts, and fills your home with the scent of a citrus grove in full bloom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Multipurpose Natural Cleaner for the Whole Home\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne bottle of citrus castile soap replaces a cupboard full of single-use cleaning products:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePersonal care:\u003c\/strong\u003e natural hand and body wash, shower gel, facial cleanser (diluted), shampoo, bubble bath\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHousehold cleaning:\u003c\/strong\u003e kitchen surface cleaner, bathroom cleaner, floor cleaner, all-purpose spray, streak-free glass and mirror cleaner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLaundry \u0026amp; dishes:\u003c\/strong\u003e natural laundry detergent, eco-friendly dish soap, hand-washing delicates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso great for:\u003c\/strong\u003e pet washing (avoid eyes and face), car washing, outdoor furniture, vegetable wash (properly diluted)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose This Citrus Blend\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstantly uplifting\u003c\/strong\u003e - bright citrus energy on contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNaturally degreasing\u003c\/strong\u003e - cuts through grease and grime without harsh chemicals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplex and layered\u003c\/strong\u003e - three pure essential oils, not one flat synthetic note\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegan, cruelty-free, and biodegradable\u003c\/strong\u003e - safe for waterways and septic systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNatural Ingredients, No Nasties\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe start with time-honoured saponified oils - olive, coconut, sunflower seed, and castor - then add a hand-selected blend of pure bergamot, tangerine, and lime essential oils. No synthetic fragrance, no harsh sulfates, no unnecessary additives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFull ingredients (INCI):\u003c\/strong\u003e Aqua, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Potassium Hydroxide*, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Citrus Bergamia (Bergamot) Peel Oil, Citrus Reticulata (Tangerine) Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Oil, Sodium Chloride.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Does not remain in the final product. Contains naturally occurring Limonene, Linalool, and Bergapten from the essential oils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bergamot oil naturally contains bergapten, a photosensitising compound. Avoid direct sun exposure on skin where the soap has been applied and left on. We recommend diluting well for leave-on applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use Citrus Castile Soap\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody \u0026amp; hair:\u003c\/strong\u003e use undiluted or slightly diluted - apply to wet skin or hair, lather, rinse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHands:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 tbsp per 250ml water in a foaming dispenser\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHousehold cleaning:\u003c\/strong\u003e dilute 1:10 for general surfaces, 1:20 for floors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDishes:\u003c\/strong\u003e a squirt directly on dishes, or diluted in the sink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLaundry:\u003c\/strong\u003e ¼–⅓ cup per wash\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's concentrated, so a little goes further than you'd expect - dilute for the task at hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMake It Yours\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd extra drops of any of the three oils to shift the balance - more lime for sharpness, more tangerine for sweetness, more bergamot for depth. Or build your own blend with sweet orange, lemongrass, or peppermint. See our recipes for ideas on turning this into foaming hand soap, body wash, kitchen spray, bubble bath, or scalp shampoo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Castile Soap Is the Original Eco-Friendly Cleaner\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrue castile soap has been made the same way for centuries: pure vegetable oils, saponified into a gentle, effective soap. No petroleum products, no synthetic detergents, no harsh sulfates — just biodegradable, concentrated, genuinely effective cleaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100% vegan and cruelty-free. Australian made, in regional Victoria. Biodegradable and safe for waterways and septic systems. Free from synthetic fragrances, colours, and preservatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight - citrus oils are light-sensitive, so keeping the bottle capped preserves both scent and potency. Use within 12 months of opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs citrus castile soap safe for sensitive skin?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, when properly diluted. Because it's free from synthetic fragrance and harsh sulfates, it's generally gentler than conventional cleaners - though anyone with a citrus sensitivity should patch test first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this Citrus Blend on my kitchen benchtop?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Lime's natural degreasing properties make this blend especially effective at cutting through cooking grease and food residue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this castile soap safe for septic systems?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, it's fully biodegradable and safe for both waterways and septic systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes bergamot oil in this soap cause sun sensitivity?\u003c\/strong\u003e Bergamot naturally contains bergapten, a photosensitising compound. Avoid sun exposure on skin where the soap has been left on, and dilute well for leave-on use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean naturally. Live sustainably. Choose pure.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"By Me","offers":[{"title":"250ml","offer_id":48853111931128,"sku":"CSOAP-CIT-250ML","price":17.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500ml","offer_id":48853111963896,"sku":"CSOAP-CIT-500ML","price":28.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/0192\/9208\/files\/4c8e2a6e-Citrus-Castile-Soap.jpg?v=1773802516","url":"https:\/\/by-me.co.nz\/products\/pure-castile-soap-with-citrus-blend-essential-oil","provider":"By Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}