Un savon solide est-il adapté au visage, même sensible ?

Oui, à condition qu’il soit formulé dans cet esprit. Notre savon surgras repose sur une saponification traditionnelle d’huiles végétales, enrichie en agents surgraissants qui compensent l’effet naturellement délipidant du savon. Naturellement riche en glycérine, il nettoie sans rompre l’équilibre cutané. Utilisé avec un geste mesuré, il convient aux peaux sensibles comme aux peaux sujettes aux sécheresses, qui recherchent un nettoyage sain, naturel et respectueux de l'épiderme.

Quelle est la différence entre un savon classique et un savon surgras ?

Un savon classique nettoie. Un savon surgras nettoie tout en laissant volontairement une fraction d’huiles et de beurres non saponifiés dans la formule. Ces corps gras — ici le karité, le jojoba et le chanvre — demeurent partiellement libres après fabrication. Ils déposent sur la peau un film léger qui limite la sensation de tiraillement et préserve la souplesse cutanée après rinçage. C’est cette intention formulatoire qui transforme un simple savon en véritable soin lavant.

Peut-il remplacer un nettoyant liquide ?

Oui, si l’on recherche une formule courte, biodégradable et sans tensioactifs synthétiques agressifs. Sa mousse dense permet d’éliminer impuretés, excès de sébum et résidus urbains avec efficacité. Contrairement à de nombreux gels moussants, il ne repose pas sur des sulfates, mais sur une base végétale saponifiée selon la méthode ancestrale. Il constitue ainsi une alternative solide, minimaliste et cohérente avec une routine exigeante.

Le parfum de violette est-il naturel et convient-il aux peaux sensibles ?

Le parfum a été choisi pour sa signature poudrée, en accord avec l’esthétique historique de la maison. Il est intégré à faible dosage afin de préserver la tolérance de la formule. Pour la grande majorité des peaux sensibles, son intégration mesurée permet d’allier sensorialité et respect cutané. Comme pour tout soin parfumé, les peaux extrêmement réactives peuvent privilégier un test préalable.

Pourquoi avoir choisi un format solide ?

Le format solide s’inscrit dans une tradition plus que centenaire, mais répond aussi aux attentes contemporaines. Il limite l’usage de conservateurs, réduit les emballages plastiques et permet une formule concentrée, sans eau ajoutée. Sa durabilité en fait un choix à la fois écologique et économique, sans compromis sur l’efficacité. Un geste simple, sain, essentiel, sans rien sacrifier à l'onctuosité et à la sensorialité.

Le savon est-il végan ?

Oui. La formule ne contient aucun ingrédient d’origine animale et n’est pas testée sur les animaux, conformément à la réglementation européenne et à nos engagements. Avec 98,5 % d’ingrédients d’origine naturelle, il s’inscrit dans une démarche de naturalité exigeante, fidèle à l’esprit fondateur de la maison.

Packshot of COTTAN Paris 1840's Dulcifié Face Soap accompanied by its case, presented on a light background for perfect visibility of the product. The hexagonal shape of the soap, its refined stamping, and the elegant graphics of the packaging highlight a cleansing, soothing, and softening facial care product, faithful to the heritage and French expertise of Maison COTTAN.

An artistic close-up of the lather from COTTAN Paris 1840's Dulcifié Facial Soap reveals a fine, creamy texture that delicately envelops the skin. The airy bubbles and translucent texture evoke gentle, skin-friendly cleansing, embodying the sensoriality and purity of a facial treatment inspired by the dermo-cosmetic rituals of yesteryear.

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Still life featuring COTTAN Paris 1840 Dulcifié Face Soap and its case, accompanied by elements evocative of the world of pharmacy: glassware, an antique book, and a delicate flower. The composition highlights the soap's softness, its artisanal dimension, and its dermocosmetic heritage. A refined and balanced image that expresses the purity, soothing properties, and timeless elegance of the facial cleansing ritual.

An artistic composition featuring COTTAN Paris 1840 Sweetened Face Soap, delicately placed on a sculptural setting and accompanied by light foam. The plant and floral elements evoke the naturalness and softness of the formula, while the minimalist staging emphasizes the sensoriality of the gesture. A poetic image that conveys a soothing cleansing ritual, combining purity, elegance, and dermocosmetic heritage.

Softening Facial Soap

Name: Softening Facial Soap
Brand: COTTAN
SKU: ARSENE-S-100
Price: 19.0 EUR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.88 (17 reviews)

Pharmaceutical tolerance

Enriched with hemp and jojoba oils, this ultra-rich soap respects your skin's harmony by enveloping it in its voluptuous lather, in a wave of freshness and purity.

• 98.5% natural ingredients, vegan formula
• Hemp and jojoba oils with film-forming properties
• Purify without altering the hydrolipidic film
• Creamy mousse, thorough and comfortable rinsing
• Suitable for sensitive skin, dermatologically tested
• Natural scent with hints of violet

A soap... with extra fat?

Long considered the most noble of cleansers, surgras soap is produced using a traditional saponification process and enriched with vegetable oils and butters to preserve the skin's natural balance.

This one combines olive and coconut for the purity of the foam, then is enriched with shea butter, jojoba wax, and hemp oil to envelop the skin in a delicate protective film. The glycerin naturally formed during the process enhances its softness and effectiveness.

Probably the most creamy and delicate of solid cleansers, this sublime soap was known as early as the 19th century as a sweetened soap.

Capacity
100 g

Made in
France

Yuka
100/100

In 2021, our commitment to quality and our passion for responsible cosmetics were recognized by the Cosmétiquemag Awards.

Softening Facial Soap

19,00€

Natural, vegan, made in France, no synthetic preservatives

"Traditional soap obtained by saponification of a blend of vegetable oils, olive and coconut, chosen for their foaming and cleansing properties, with the addition of oils or superfatting agents such as shea butter, jojoba wax, or hemp oil for their film-forming properties. The addition of glycerin compensates for the soap's lipid-removing effect and makes it soft to the touch."

Jean-Claude Le Joliff, President of the Cosméto-Thèque.

% Naturalness:

98,50%

pH:

8,5

Sensitive skin

Short formula, plant-based, free from harsh synthetic surfactants:
- The traditional saponification of olive and coconut oils enables effective cleansing while minimizing skin irritation
- The shea butter, jojoba wax, and hemp oil provide extra lipids that counteract the natural lipid-removing effect of soap
- The naturally formed glycerin during the process helps maintain skin suppleness
Suitable for sensitive and reactive skin, subject to appropriate use on the face

Droughts

Clean without increasing water loss:
- The presence ofvegetable-based superfatting agents helps preserve the hydrolipidic film after rinsing
- The shea butter and jojoba, rich in fatty acids and unsaponifiables, contribute to immediate comfort
- Glycerin acts as surface wetting agent, limiting the feeling of tightness
Ideal for dry to normal skin looking for environmentally friendly cleaning

Gentle cleaning

A soap designed for the face:
- The olive/coconut base ensures generous and stable foam, promoting the elimination of impurities and pollution particles
- Thefree from sulfates and harsh synthetic surfactants limits skin imbalances
- The formula remains minimalist and highly biodegradable, faithful to the spirit of essential daily care
Suitable for a daily use, including for sensitive skin

Skin discomfort

When your skin becomes more demanding and requires greater softness:
- Thehemp oil, naturally rich in omega 3 and 6, is known for its affinity with the skin barrier.
- The overgreasing helps reduce the feeling of discomfort after cleansing
- Thebalance between cleansing and lipid replenishment limits the "skin squeaking" effect
Suitable for sensitive skin prone to occasional discomfort

Brilliance

Purify without stimulating excess sebum production:
- Soap effectively removes excess sebum and impurities thanks to its natural cleansing power
- The jojoba, whose structure is similar to human sebum, helps improve skin balance.
- Cleaning remains non-occlusive and without residual oil film
Suitable for combination skin, even sensitive skin, seeking a thorough but gentle clean

Minimalism

For those who want to simplify their routine:
- Short, plant-based formula, without harsh synthetic surfactants
- Cleans effectively without multiplying the steps, although it can be perfectly combined with a cleansing oil
- Respects the skin's natural balance
Suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin, in an essential and controlled approach

Sensitive skin

Droughts

Gentle cleaning

Skin discomfort

Brilliance

Minimalism

Advice and user satisfaction

Imagine a soap that would make you forget all the others: silky like your favorite cleanser, film-forming and non-detergent, creamy without ever slipping from the palm of your hand, subtly scented and compatible with all skin types.

Its voluptuous foam gives way to the softness of pure, soothed skin.⁠ Resolving the paradoxes of this equation is the challenge of an unparalleled formulation.

Rub the softened facial soap under warm water, in your hands or on a washcloth, before washing your face. Avoid contact with the eyes.

History and future

In the 19th century, sweet soap adorned every bathroom. It owes its name to the high glycerin content in its formula, preserved through a cold saponification process. This unique feature gives sweet soap an incredibly silky feel and a creaminess that is rediscovered with every wash.

With its natural and carefully selected ingredients, this ahead-of-its-time solid cosmetic proves that responsibility goes hand in hand with pleasure and sensoriality.

Learn more about our history and our formulation expertise.

Vos questions fréquentes

"Is solid soap suitable for the face, even sensitive skin?"

Yes, provided that it is formulated with this in mind. Our ultra-rich soap is based on traditional saponification of vegetable oils, enriched with ultra-rich agents that compensate for the naturally lipid-removing effect of soap. Naturally rich in glycerin, it cleanses without disrupting the skin's balance.

Used sparingly, it is suitable for sensitive skin and skin prone to dryness, which requires healthy, natural cleansing that respects the epidermis.

What is the difference between regular soap and ultra-rich soap?

A classic soap cleanses. A superfatted soap cleanses while deliberately leaving a fraction of unsaponified oils and butters in the formula.

These fatty substances—in this case shea butter, jojoba, and hemp—remain partially free after manufacturing. They leave a light film on the skin that reduces tightness and preserves skin suppleness after rinsing.

It is this formulation that transforms a simple bar of soap into a genuine cleansing product.

"Can it replace a liquid cleaner?"

Yes, if you are looking for a short-formula product that is biodegradable and free from harsh synthetic surfactants.

Its dense lather effectively removes impurities, excess sebum, and urban residues. Unlike many foaming gels, it is not based on sulfates, but on a plant-based formula saponified using traditional methods.

It is therefore a solid, minimalist alternative that is consistent with a demanding routine.

Is violet fragrance natural and suitable for sensitive skin?

The fragrance was chosen for its powdery signature, in keeping with the brand's historic aesthetic. It is used in small doses to preserve the formula's tolerance.

For the vast majority of sensitive skin types, its measured inclusion combines sensory appeal with skin-friendly properties. As with any fragranced skincare product, those with extremely reactive skin may wish to test it beforehand.

Why did you choose a solid format?

The solid format is part of a tradition dating back more than a century, but also meets contemporary expectations.

It limits the use of preservatives, reduces plastic packaging, and allows for a concentrated formula with no added water. Its sustainability makes it both an eco-friendly and economical choice, without compromising on effectiveness.

A simple, healthy, essential gesture, without sacrificing creaminess and sensory pleasure.

"Is the soap vegan?"

Yes. The formula contains no animal-derived ingredients and is not tested on animals, in accordance with European regulations and our commitments.

With 98.5% natural ingredients, it is part of a demanding natural approach, faithful to the founding spirit of the company.

A cleanser named gentleness

Complétez votre routine

Healthy and effective

This soap is perfect for cleansing your face. My partner uses it as part of her routine and is very happy with it. First of all, she likes the soap's composition, which is mainly made up of natural ingredients. It suits her sensitive skin very well, causing no redness or allergic reactions. The soap lathers well and cleanses the face thoroughly without leaving it dry, providing good hydration. She recommends it.

Good but expensive

A very nice soap with a subtle and refined scent. With an excellent composition (98.5% of the ingredients are natural), enriched with hemp and jojoba oils, it leaves the skin on your face feeling soft and soothed. My facial skin is not dry or tight. It received an award at the Indies Awards in October 2021, recognizing the work of the Cottan brand's revival. I gave it 5 stars because it is a quality product, but I find that at €19 for a 100g bar of soap, the price is very high and not accessible to everyone.

Very pleasant soap that leaves your skin feeling soft 😍
After less than a month of use, my family and friends say my face looks less "marked" and less red.
With the evanescent cream. It's the best.

Gentle and soothing soap for sensitive skin

At first, I was a little skeptical, but after using it for several days, this facial soap pleasantly surprised me. I took it with me on my trip to the US (less restrictive than the liquid limit), and it did the job perfectly: it effectively cleanses and soothes my sensitive, dry skin, especially in winter.Unlike other cleansers that tend to dry out my skin to the point of flaking, this one preserves natural moisture while leaving my skin feeling soft. I highly recommend this soap for people with sensitive skin who are looking for a gentle, non-aggressive cleanser.

Great, but really too expensive.

Face soap. As someone with atopic skin, I can really feel the difference with my current goat's milk soap. My skin feels soft and doesn't feel tight after use. The soap doesn't have much of a scent. It washes off easily. It's a really good soap, but it's a shame it's so expensive.

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