Dr Bronner's Castile Soap

Dr Bronner's is best known for its concentrated, vegetable oil-based Pure-Castile Soap. The iconic liquid is marketed as an 18-in-1 soap for personal washing and suitable household tasks, while the solid bars offer a traditional format for hands, body and showering.

As an Official Australian Stockist, Shop Naturally offers all 11 scents in 59ml, 237ml, 473ml, 946ml and 3.78L liquid bottles, plus a matching Castile Soap Bar in every scent. Choose from favourites including Peppermint, Lavender, Baby Unscented, Tea Tree, Citrus, Rose and Almond, or try Eucalyptus, Sandalwood Jasmine, Green Tea and Cherry Blossom.

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Dr Bronner's Pure Castile Soap Citrus 946ml
Fresh and bright with an invigorating blend of organic orange, lemon and lime oils!
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Dr Bronner's Pure Castile Soap Baby Unscented 473ml
With no added fragrance and double the olive oil, our Baby Unscented Pure-Castile Liquid Soap is good for sensitive skin ? babies too (though not tear-free!).
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$27.95
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Dr Bronner's Pure Castile Soap Peppermint 946ml
Our most popular scent & with a peppermint burst so pure it tingles! Scented with organic peppermint oil to cool skin, clear sinuses and sharpen mind.
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Dr Bronner's Pure Castile Soap Lavender 946ml
Scented with pure lavender and lavandin oils to calm the mind and soothe the body!
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Dr Bronner's Pure Castile Soap Baby Unscented 946ml
With no added fragrance and double the olive oil, our Baby Unscented Pure-Castile Liquid Soap is good for sensitive skin ? babies too (though not tear-free!).
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Dr Bronner's Pure Castile Soap Sandalwood Jasmine 946ml
Warm and woody with fresh jasmine notes, Sandalwood Jasmine Pure-Castile Liquid Soap was first made for the wedding of Michael and Erin Bronner!
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Dr Bronner's Pure Castile Soap Lavender 473ml
Scented with pure lavender and lavandin oils to calm the mind and soothe the body!
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Dr Bronner's Pure Castile Soap Rainbow Sampler 6 Pack
Dr Bronners's Rainbow Sampler is the perfect way to sample all variety of the famous Castille soaps scents. The original 18-in1 product.
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Dr Bronner's Pure Castile Soap Peppermint 473ml
Our most popular scent with a peppermint burst so pure it tingles! Scented with organic peppermint oil to cool skin, clear sinuses and sharpen mind.
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Dr Bronner's Pure Castile Soap Eucalyptus 946ml
Earthy and warm, with a powerful menthol burst to clear congestion and focus the mind! Scented purely with organic eucalyptus oil.
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Dr Bronner's Pure Castile Soap Rose 946ml
Floral and fresh, with a hint of sweetness our Rose Pure-Castile Liquid Soap is concentrated, biodegradable, versatile and effective.
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Discover Dr Bronner's Castile Soap

With 11 scents, five liquid sizes and a solid bar in every fragrance, this collection gives you 66 scent-and-format combinations. The simplest way to narrow it down is to decide which fragrance appeals to you, whether you prefer liquid or solid soap, and how much liquid soap you are likely to use.

What Makes Dr Bronner's Castile Soap Different?

Castile Soap originated in the Castile region of Spain and was traditionally based on olive oil. Modern Castile-style soaps commonly combine several vegetable oils. Dr Bronner's formulas are true soaps made by saponifying plant-derived oils, including coconut and olive oils, rather than using conventional synthetic detergent surfactants. The precise ingredient declaration differs between products, particularly between liquid soaps and bars.

The liquid Pure-Castile Soap is concentrated and marketed as 18-in-1. This refers to its versatility across personal washing and suitable household cleaning tasks; it doesn't mean that every use requires the same amount or suits every person, material or surface. You can also visit our broader castile soap category if you'd like to see alternatives beyond this brand.

Liquid Castile Soap or Soap Bars?

Choose liquid soap if you want a multi-purpose product that can be dispensed in small amounts or diluted for suitable cleaning jobs. It works neatly in a pump or squeeze bottle and is available in sizes ranging from a compact 59ml bottle to a 3.78L bulk container.

The Castile Soap Bars are primarily a personal washing format. A bar is easy to keep beside the basin or in the shower and is handy when travelling if you prefer not to carry another liquid. It needs a draining soap dish so it can dry between uses. Although matching scents are available, the bars aren't simply solidified liquid soap and have their own formulations.

Choose Your Favourite Castile Soap Scent

For a strong, fresh fragrance, Peppermint is cooling and unmistakably minty, while Eucalyptus has a crisp, clean character. Tea Tree offers a distinctive herbal fragrance, and Citrus combines bright orange, lemon and lime notes.

Floral preferences are well covered too. Lavender balances classic floral and herbal notes, Rose is soft and recognisably rosy, and Cherry Blossom brings a gentle fruity-floral fragrance. Green Tea is lighter, with fresh green and subtly sweet notes.

For something warmer, Almond has a sweet, nutty fragrance, while Sandalwood Jasmine combines warm woody notes with sweet jasmine. Baby Unscented contains no added fragrance and suits customers who simply prefer unscented personal care. It shouldn't be assumed to be tear-free, hypoallergenic or suitable for every baby solely because it is unscented.

Which Liquid Castile Soap Size Should You Buy?

The 59ml bottle is a sensible starting point when sampling an unfamiliar scent or packing a compact liquid for travel. At 237ml, you get a smaller bottle for personal care or occasional household jobs, while 473ml is a practical middle size for regular bathroom or shower use.

The 946ml bottle suits households that already use the liquid soap regularly. Frequent users can choose the 3.78L size for refilling smaller containers. Larger bottles can reduce how often you need to reorder, but they're most useful once you know you enjoy the fragrance and will use the quantity.

Dr Bronner's Castile Soap for Body and Hands

Both formats can be used for everyday personal washing according to their directions. Liquid soap offers flexible dispensing, while a bar gives you a straightforward solid format for the basin or shower. If you're deciding between this collection and a purpose-made natural body wash, consider the texture and format you prefer as well as how you intend to use it.

Using Liquid Castile Soap Around the Home

The 18-in-1 liquid soap can be used for suitable household tasks such as washing dishes by hand, cleaning appropriate floors and hand washing suitable clothing. Each job calls for its own quantity or dilution, so use the current manufacturer directions rather than relying on one universal recipe.

True soap can also behave differently according to the water and surface involved. Minerals in hard water may sometimes leave residue, for example. Dr Bronner's liquid soap is a versatile part of a household kit, but it doesn't replace every purpose-made product in our natural cleaning products collection and isn't intended for automatic dishwashers.

Which Dr Bronner's Castile Soap Scent Should You Choose?

With 11 scents to choose from, finding your favourite Dr Bronner's Castile Soap is part of the fun. Some are fresh and invigorating, others are soft and floral, while a few have warm, comforting fragrances. Every scent is available in liquid Castile Soap and a traditional soap bar, so you can choose the fragrance you love in the format that suits you.

Scent	What It Smells Like	Our Suggestion
Peppermint	Bold, cool and intensely minty.	Perfect for a refreshing morning shower when you want to start the day feeling fresh.
Lavender	Soft, floral and gently herbal.	A lovely choice for an evening shower or bath when you're winding down for the night.
Baby Unscented	No added fragrance.	A good starting point for families with babies or anyone who prefers their soap without added fragrance. Remember that it's still soap, so avoid the eyes.
Tea Tree	Fresh, earthy and distinctly herbal.	Great for people who love that unmistakable tea tree fragrance, particularly for hand washing or after gardening.
Eucalyptus	Crisp, fresh and unmistakably Australian.	A refreshing choice for the shower or for everyday household cleaning with the liquid soap.
Citrus	Bright, zesty notes of orange, lemon and lime.	Our pick for kitchen cleaning with the liquid soap, especially if you love a fresh citrus fragrance around the home.
Rose	Soft, sweet and delicately floral.	A beautiful everyday hand or body soap for anyone who enjoys a classic floral fragrance.
Almond	Warm, sweet and slightly nutty.	A lovely choice for a cosy evening shower or for people who prefer warmer fragrances over fresh or floral ones.
Sandalwood Jasmine	Warm, woody sandalwood with sweet jasmine floral notes.	A more luxurious-feeling choice for the shower, particularly if you enjoy rich, layered fragrances.
Green Tea	Light, fresh and softly green with a delicate sweetness.	Ideal for everyday hand washing or showering if you prefer a subtle fragrance rather than something bold.
Cherry Blossom	Delicate, fruity and floral.	A pretty choice for the bathroom or shower, especially if you enjoy gentle, sweet floral fragrances.

Can You Use Different Scents Around the Home?

Absolutely. You might keep Peppermint in the shower, Lavender beside the bath and Citrus in the kitchen for suitable cleaning jobs. Some customers love having one signature scent throughout the house, while others enjoy changing fragrances with the seasons. With every scent available in five liquid sizes and a soap bar, there's plenty of room to experiment.

Not Sure Where to Start?

Peppermint and Lavender are two of Dr Bronner's best-known fragrances, while Baby Unscented is a practical choice if you'd rather avoid added fragrance. The 59ml liquid bottles are a handy way to try something different before committing to a larger size. And if you prefer a traditional solid soap, all 11 scents are available as Castile Soap Bars.

Frequently Asked Questions About Dr Bronner's Castile Soap

What is Dr Bronner's Castile Soap used for?

Dr Bronner's Liquid Castile Soap is famous for its 18-in-1 versatility. You can use it for washing your hands and body, shaving, hand washing dishes and a variety of household cleaning jobs. The amount you use depends on what you're cleaning, and some jobs require dilution. The Castile Soap Bars are particularly convenient for everyday hand washing, bathing and showering.

What is Dr Bronner's Castile Soap made from?

Dr Bronner's Castile Soap is made from saponified vegetable oils, including coconut and olive oils, rather than conventional synthetic detergent surfactants. The formulas also contain other plant-derived oils, depending on the product. Both the liquid soaps and bars are vegan, although their ingredient lists aren't identical. Each is available in 11 scents, including Baby Unscented for customers who prefer no added fragrance.

What's the difference between Dr Bronner's Liquid Castile Soap and Castile Soap Bars?

The liquid soap is concentrated and designed for a wide range of personal care and household cleaning tasks. The bars are traditional solid soaps, particularly handy for washing your hands, bathing and showering. Both come in the same 11 scents, so choosing between them is largely about how you prefer to use your soap. The liquid and bar formulas aren't identical.

Do you need to dilute Dr Bronner's Castile Soap?

Not always. For washing your hands or body, you generally need only a small amount of the concentrated liquid soap. For household cleaning, you may need to dilute it with water, depending on the job. Dr Bronner's provides different dilution instructions for different uses, so there isn't one universal ratio. The solid Castile Soap Bars are used like ordinary soap bars.

Can you use Dr Bronner's Castile Soap on your face and body?

Yes. Both Dr Bronner's Liquid Castile Soap and Castile Soap Bars can be used for everyday face and body washing. The liquid soap is concentrated, so you only need a little. If your skin is sensitive to fragrance, Baby Unscented may be a useful option to consider. As with any soap, avoid getting it in your eyes and discontinue use if irritation occurs.

Can you wash your hair with Dr Bronner's Castile Soap?

Yes, some people use Dr Bronner's Liquid Castile Soap as a shampoo, although it doesn't suit every hair type. Castile Soap is naturally alkaline, which can leave some hair feeling dry, rough or coated, particularly in hard water. If you have colour-treated, dry or easily tangled hair, you may prefer a dedicated shampoo. It's worth understanding how Castile Soap behaves before making it part of your hair routine.

Is Dr Bronner's Baby Unscented Castile Soap suitable for babies?

Dr Bronner's Baby Unscented Castile Soap is made without added fragrance and is the brand's option for customers who prefer an unscented formula. However, it's still a true soap and isn't tear-free, so take particular care around a baby's eyes. Follow the manufacturer's age and use directions, and remember that fragrance-free doesn't automatically mean a product cannot irritate sensitive skin.

Can you mix Dr Bronner's Castile Soap with vinegar?

No. It's best to keep Castile Soap and vinegar out of the same cleaning mixture. Vinegar is acidic and reacts with the alkaline soap, causing it to separate and potentially leave a curdled or oily residue. This reduces the soap's cleaning performance. You can use the products separately for appropriate cleaning tasks, but combining them in one spray bottle isn't a good idea.

Our Advice for Using Dr Bronner's Castile Soap

Dr Bronner's is one of those products that people often discover for one reason and end up using in several different ways. Whether you're trying your first bottle or have been buying the same scent for years, here are a few tips we've picked up along the way.

A Little Liquid Soap Goes a Long Way

If you're used to conventional body washes or hand washes, you might be surprised by how little Dr Bronner's Liquid Castile Soap you need. It's concentrated, so start small and add more only if necessary. Different household cleaning jobs call for different dilutions, and using extra soap doesn't necessarily give you a better result. In fact, too much can just mean more rinsing.

Find Your Favourite Scent Before Going Big

Some Dr Bronner's fragrances are quite bold, particularly Peppermint, Eucalyptus and Tea Tree. Others, like Lavender, Rose and Cherry Blossom, are softer and more floral. If you're curious about a scent you haven't tried, the 59ml bottles are a great starting point. Once you've found your favourite, you can move up to a larger bottle or keep the same fragrance in your bathroom with a matching soap bar.

Make the Most of the Larger Refill Sizes

If you use Castile Soap regularly, the 946ml and 3.78L bottles are worth considering. You can refill smaller Dr Bronner's bottles rather than handling a large container every time you wash your hands or shower. A small funnel makes the job much easier. Keep your original bottles clearly labelled, and if you're making a diluted cleaning mixture, use a separate container so you always know what's inside.

Give Your Soap Bars Somewhere to Dry

One of the easiest ways to make a Castile Soap Bar last longer is to keep it out of standing water. A soap dish with good drainage makes a noticeable difference. Let the bar dry between uses rather than leaving it sitting in a puddle beside the basin or shower. It's a small habit that helps you get more out of every bar.

Be Sensible with Homemade Cleaning Mixes

Liquid Castile Soap is wonderfully versatile, but there's no need to mix up litres of homemade cleaner at once. Make smaller quantities in clean containers, follow Dr Bronner's dilution directions and don't assume a water-based mixture will keep indefinitely. Also, avoid combining Castile Soap with vinegar in the same bottle. They react with one another, leaving you with a mixture that doesn't clean as well as the soap on its own.

Remember That Castile Soap Isn't Every Cleaner in One

The famous 18-in-1 label is part of Dr Bronner's appeal, but there are still jobs where a purpose-made product is the better choice. Liquid Castile Soap is handy for everyday washing and selected household cleaning tasks, but it isn't dishwasher detergent, and it may leave residue on some surfaces or in hard water. Use it where it works well, rather than expecting it to replace absolutely everything under the sink.