French women used big blocks of Marseille Soap to wash their linens in communal washing areas. Now, this legendary soap is adored as an incredibly pure, gentle and moisturizing skin care for the face and body. It's delicate and hypoallergenic for even the most sensitive skin types. Marseille Soap is naturally luxurious and adds a classic accent to your home. Marseille Soap has a creamy lather and washes off clean, leaving your skin and hair moisturized, fresh and soft. It is recommended the world over by dermatologists for a wide range of skin conditions. Always unscented, Marseille Soap nevertheless conveys the gentle aromas of Provence and the soft sea breeze of the Mediterranean. **** Please note soaps are arriving fresh from France. They are still moist and must be unpacked and set out to dry. They will start to dry immediately and as they do the Mediterranean sea salt will rise to the surface and form a powder on the outside.******