MEDIKA ORGANICS
Solid Dish Soap Block - Eco-Friendly Cleaning
Solid Dish Soap Block - Eco-Friendly Cleaning
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It’s a small swap, but once you make it, you’ll wonder why you didn’t do it sooner. This solid dishwash soap block is handcrafted in Moreton Bay, Queensland using organic coconut oil and pure citrus essential oils. It creates a rich, bubbly lather that cuts through grease and leaves your dishes sparkling — without a drop of harsh synthetic detergent in sight. It smells clean and bright, like fresh citrus and crisp eucalyptus, and it’s beautiful enough to leave sitting on the kitchen bench.
- Solid dish soap bar — no plastic bottle, no synthetic detergents
- Vegan-friendly
- Scented with pure essential oils
- Rich, bubbly lather that cuts through grease
- Concentrated formula
- Perfect for dishes, sinks and kitchen benches
- Handcrafted in small batches in Moreton Bay, Queensland
- $9.95 flat-rate shipping on orders
- FREE SHIPPING Australia-wide on orders $50 and over
Q&A
Will a solid dish soap bar really cut through greasy pots and pans? Absolutely. The bar is built on a base of organic coconut oil, which produces a rich, bubbly lather specifically known for its grease-cutting power. A quick rub of a wet brush or sponge over the bar gives you enough lather to tackle oily pans, baked-on food, and everyday dishes.
How long does the bar last compared to a bottle of dishwashing liquid? Because it's a concentrated solid formula with no added water, it lasts significantly longer than a standard bottle of dishwashing liquid. Exact longevity depends on household size and usage, but most customers find it outlasts several bottles of liquid soap.
Can I use it to clean more than just dishes? Yes — it works beautifully on sinks and kitchen benches too. The Lemon Ironbark Eucalyptus essential oil has natural cleansing and purifying properties, making it great for a general kitchen clean-up.
Does the soap go down the drain safely? Yes. The ingredients are all natural and biodegradable, so they break down safely without the synthetic surfactants and chemical additives found in conventional dishwashing liquids.
Will this soap dry out my hands the way regular dishwashing liquid does? No. Unlike conventional dishwashing liquids that often strip the skin's natural oils, Medika Organics dish soap block contains naturally occurring glycerine (a byproduct of the soap-making process) which helps retain moisture in the skin. Many customers notice their hands feel noticeably softer after making the switch.
Ingredients
100% Natural: Saponified *Coconut Oil, Australian Olive Oil, Distilled Water, Naturally-Occurring Glycerine, Organic Raw Sugar, Sodium Lactate, Essential Oils of Lemon Ironbark Eucalyptus & Litsea Cubeba.
*certified organic ingredient
How to Use
Wet your dish brush, cloth or sponge and rub it over the bar in circles until you have a rich lather. Wash your dishes as normal, then rinse thoroughly. Works beautifully for cleaning sinks and kitchen benches too. Allow the bar to dry between uses to help it last longer.
A Little Note
Medika Organics dish soap bars are made in small batches, and stock is naturally limited and can sell out before the next batch is ready, so if you see a soap that you like and it’s in stock, it’s a great time to grab one.
Please note: the scrubbing brush in the photos is available to purchase separately.
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Tea Tree Oil Benefits: Why this Australian Essential Oil Has Stood the Test of Time
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Handmade in small batches with organic ingredients, pure essential oils, mineral-rich clays, and botanicals. No palm oil, no synthetic fragrance, no nasties.
Just honest, beautiful soap.
Great for you.
Good for the earth.
