{"product_id":"pure-castile-soap-with-lemon-myrtle-essential-oil","title":"Lemon Myrtle Castile Soap","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAustralia's Native Citrus Powerhouse\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLemon Myrtle (\u003cem\u003eBackhousia citriodora\u003c\/em\u003e) is a rainforest tree native to subtropical Queensland, used by Indigenous Australians for generations. Its leaves carry one of the highest natural citral concentrations of any plant — the compound behind its intensely lemon fragrance, brighter than lemon itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Lemon Myrtle castile soap is a natural, multipurpose cleaner built around this single native botanical: intensely lemony, rich in natural citral, and unmistakably Australian. The result is a castile soap that doesn't just clean — it refreshes, energises, and fills your home with the scent of the Australian rainforest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Multipurpose Natural Cleaner for the Whole Home\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne bottle of Lemon Myrtle castile soap replaces a cupboard full of single-use cleaning products:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePersonal care:\u003c\/strong\u003e hand and body wash, shower gel, facial cleanser (diluted), clarifying 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 Lemon Myrtle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntensely lemony\u003c\/strong\u003e — more citrus aroma than actual lemons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRich in citral\u003c\/strong\u003e — the natural compound behind its bright lemon fragrance, traditionally valued in Australian native botanicals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUplifting\u003c\/strong\u003e — a fresh, clean scent that awakens the senses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProudly Australian\u003c\/strong\u003e — a native botanical used for thousands of years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePure essential oil\u003c\/strong\u003e — no synthetic fragrance\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 pure Australian Lemon Myrtle essential oil. 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, Backhousia Citriodora (Lemon Myrtle) Leaf Oil, Sodium Chloride.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Does not remain in the final product. Contains naturally occurring Citral from the essential oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use Lemon Myrtle 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\u003eBoost the citrus with a few extra drops, or blend Lemon Myrtle with lavender for a calming citrus note, eucalyptus for a fresher lift, or tea tree for an extra fresh, medicinal edge. See our recipes for ideas on turning this into foaming hand soap, body wash, kitchen spray, bubble bath, or clarifying shampoo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Australian Connection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLemon Myrtle grows naturally in the subtropical rainforests of Queensland and northern New South Wales, and has been used by Indigenous Australians for thousands of years. It's now sustainably cultivated in Australian plantations, supporting local growers. Made in regional Victoria with this native essential oil, it's castile soap that's authentically Australian from start to finish.\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, using native botanicals. 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 — Lemon Myrtle oil is 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\u003eWhy is Lemon Myrtle popular in natural cleaning products?\u003c\/strong\u003e Lemon Myrtle has been valued by Indigenous Australians for generations, and is prized today for its intense natural lemon fragrance and high citral content — brighter and more complex than synthetic lemon scent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this on my kitchen benchtop?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — it cuts grease naturally and leaves a fresh, non-chemical lemon scent, making it well suited to kitchen and bathroom cleaning.\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\u003eWhat does Lemon Myrtle smell like compared to lemon?\u003c\/strong\u003e Lemon Myrtle has one of the highest natural citral concentrations of any plant, giving it a more intense, complex lemon aroma than actual lemons or synthetic lemon fragrance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean naturally. 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