{"title":"Black Soap Collection","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover authentic \u003cstrong\u003eMoroccan black soap\u003c\/strong\u003e — known as \u003cem\u003ebeldi soap\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003esavon noir\u003c\/em\u003e — the heart of the traditional hammam ritual. Made from olives and olive oil, this soft, mineral-rich paste softens and prepares the skin before exfoliation with a kessa glove, sweeping away dull, dead skin to reveal a fresh, glowing complexion. Naturally cleansing and gentle enough for weekly use, it brings the centuries-old ritual of the hammam into your own bathroom.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"moroccan-black-soap-400g-laurel-pine-100-natural-hammam-body-cleanser-detoxifying-purifying-exfoliating-paste-no-additives","title":"Moroccan Black Soap (Beldi) 400g — Laurel \u0026 Pine Hammam Cleanser","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe heart of the hammam ritual — now in your own bathroom.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA traditional Moroccan black soap (beldi \/ savon noir), slow-made from pure olive oil and enriched with laurel and pine. This soft, mineral-rich paste is the authentic first step of the hammam: it softens and prepares the skin so a good scrub lifts away everything dull and tired, leaving you glowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong\u003e100% natural ingredients\u003c\/strong\u003e — olive oil with laurel and pine, no artificial additives or chemicals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✨ \u003cstrong\u003eDeep clean \u0026amp; gentle exfoliation\u003c\/strong\u003e — softens dead skin so it sweeps away smoothly with a kessa glove.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e💧 \u003cstrong\u003eNourishing, not stripping\u003c\/strong\u003e — rich in the naturally-occurring vitamin E of olive oil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🧖 \u003cstrong\u003eFor face \u0026amp; body\u003c\/strong\u003e — suitable for all skin types, loved by women and men alike.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🫙 \u003cstrong\u003eGenerous 400g jar\u003c\/strong\u003e — a thin layer is all you need, so it lasts for months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm the skin in a shower or bath so your pores open.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMassage a thin layer over damp skin (avoid the eyes). It won't foam much — that's normal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeave on for 5–10 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse, then exfoliate with a kessa glove in long strokes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse again and finish with a natural oil. Use about once a week.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it lather?\u003c\/strong\u003e Only a little — beldi soap is low-foaming by nature. The magic is in how it softens the skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it on my face?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — use a thin layer and exfoliate gently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it suitable for sensitive skin?\u003c\/strong\u003e Its simple, natural formula makes it a popular choice, but everyone's skin is different, so patch-test first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does the jar last?\u003c\/strong\u003e With weekly use and a thin layer each time, a 400g jar lasts many months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant the full ritual? Read our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/moroccan-black-soap-beldi-guide\"\u003ecomplete guide to Moroccan black soap\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"THE OLD CITY","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55494710493528,"sku":"F8-TP0S-6WQG","price":15.97,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0931\/1944\/7384\/files\/black-soap-1.webp?v=1755908667"},{"product_id":"moroccan-black-beldi-soap-750-ml-olive-oil-lavender-traditional-hammam-cleanser-with-exfoliating-glove-deep-cleansing-moisturising-natural-vegan-full-body-use","title":"Moroccan Black Soap (Beldi) 750ml — Lavender \u0026 Olive Oil, with Kessa Glove","description":"\u003cp\u003eBring the calm of the traditional hammam home. The Old City Moroccan Black Soap (Beldi) is a soft, olive-based paste — now in a generous 750ml bottle, scented with soothing lavender and paired with a kessa exfoliating glove, so you have everything you need for a full-body ritual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🫒 \u003cstrong\u003eTraditional olive-based beldi\u003c\/strong\u003e — a soft black paste made the time-honoured way, at the heart of the Moroccan hammam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e💜 \u003cstrong\u003eCalming lavender scent\u003c\/strong\u003e — a soft, floral aroma that turns your shower into a relaxing moment of self-care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🧖 \u003cstrong\u003eKessa glove included\u003c\/strong\u003e — the soap softens the skin, the glove lifts away dull, dead skin for a smooth, refreshed finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌱 \u003cstrong\u003eNatural \u0026amp; vegan\u003c\/strong\u003e — olive-oil based, cruelty-free, and free from synthetic detergents and unnecessary additives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🛁 \u003cstrong\u003eGenerous 750ml\u003c\/strong\u003e — plenty for many weeks of your weekly ritual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarm and dampen your skin in a hot shower or bath, then massage a thin layer of soap over the body. Leave it for 3–5 minutes, then scrub in circular motions with the kessa glove and rinse well with warm water. Follow with a light moisturiser. Once a week is ideal. For the full experience, see our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/how-to-do-a-hammam-ritual-at-home\"\u003ehome hammam ritual guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeldi is a gentle, olive-based cleanser rather than a foaming soap — it won’t lather much, and that’s exactly how it should be. Want the full background? Read our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/moroccan-black-soap-beldi-guide\"\u003ecomplete guide to Moroccan black soap\u003c\/a\u003e, or explore the rest of our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hammam-exfoliation\"\u003ehammam \u0026amp; exfoliation collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"THE OLD CITY","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57477438603608,"sku":"MBS-750-LAV","price":22.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0931\/1944\/7384\/files\/mainimg.png?v=1780997241"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0931\/1944\/7384\/collections\/8_copy.jpg?v=1756896656","url":"https:\/\/theoldcityshop.com\/collections\/black-soap-beldi.oembed","provider":"The Old City Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}