Citronella Manila Castile Soap

A concentrated liquid castile soap made from three Philippine plant oils — Pili Pulp Oil, Virgin Coconut Oil, and Palm Oil — scented with citronella essential oil.

Produced through traditional soapmaking and designed to be diluted for everyday use on body, hands, and household surfaces.

• Concentrated formula designed for dilution
• Fresh citronella scent from natural essential oil
• Works as body wash, hand soap, and light household cleaner
• Rinses clean without residue
• Biodegradable and free from synthetic additives

How to Use

For body wash
Dilute 1 part soap to 3 parts water. Apply to skin and rinse thoroughly.

For hand soap
Dilute 1 part soap to 4 parts water. Pour into a pump or foaming dispenser.

For household cleaning
Dilute 1 part soap to 5–10 parts water depending on the surface. Suitable for countertops, floors, and light stain removal.

Use undiluted for heavier cleaning tasks.

The soap may appear thin in consistency. This is normal for castile soaps made with coconut oil and does not affect cleaning performance.

Why It Works

Pili Pulp Oil contributes oleic and palmitic fatty acids that help produce a smooth lather while leaving skin feeling clean without tightness.

Virgin Coconut Oil provides the primary cleansing action. Its natural lauric acid content produces reliable foam and removes surface oils and dirt effectively.

Palm Oil balances the formula by stabilizing the lather and improving rinse quality. It helps prevent the soap from feeling overly drying during repeated use.

Together, the three oils create a castile soap that cleans effectively, rinses completely, and remains stable without synthetic stabilizers.

Botanical Origin

The base of Manila Castile comes from plant oils commonly grown or processed in the Philippines.

Pili Pulp Oil is pressed from the fruit of Canarium ovatum, a tree native to the Bicol region of Luzon. The pulp oil is rich and golden, and is rarely used in commercial soapmaking compared with the more common pili kernel oil.

Virgin Coconut Oil is pressed from fresh coconut meat without heat or chemical refining. This preserves its natural fatty acid composition and mild aroma.

Palm Oil completes the base by contributing stability and consistent lather.

The scent in this variant comes from citronella essential oil distilled from Cymbopogon nardus or Cymbopogon winterianus. These grasses are widely cultivated across tropical regions and are known for their distinctive citrus-green aroma.

Citronella in Soap

Citronella essential oil produces a sharp, fresh citrus scent with a slightly grassy edge. The aroma is bright and clean rather than sweet.

Because citronella is traditionally associated with outdoor use, many people prefer citronella soaps after activities such as gardening, hiking, or working outdoors.

In castile soap, citronella adds a refreshing scent while washing and rinses away cleanly without leaving a heavy fragrance on the skin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this soap safe to use directly on skin without dilution?
Yes, but it is formulated as a concentrate. Diluting it produces a gentler wash and extends the usable volume of soap.

Why does the soap look watery?
Castile soaps made with coconut oil are naturally thinner than most commercial liquid soaps. This does not affect cleaning performance.

Does citronella soap repel insects?
Citronella oil is traditionally used in insect-repellent products. In soap, it primarily provides a fresh scent while washing. Any insect-repellent effect is temporary.

How long does one bottle last?
At a 1:3 dilution ratio, a 250 mL bottle produces roughly 1 liter of ready-to-use body wash. A 1000 mL bottle diluted at the same ratio produces about 4 liters.

A concentrated castile soap scented with citronella essential oil for a fresh, outdoor-ready wash.

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