Ortigia Sicilia Olive Oil Single Soap - Zagara

Pure Sicilian Citrus Bliss
Capture the essence of a sunlit orange grove with the Zagara Olive Oil Soap, a luxurious 40 g triple-milled bar infused with pure vegetable glycerine, olive oil, and the invigorating aroma of Sicilian orange blossom (Zagara), neroli, petitgrain, and woody base notes.

Nourishing & Gentle
Cleanses softly while nourishing skin with a hydrating blend of olive oil, milk proteins, and natural oils. The soap’s translucent quality and natural colours are free from synthetic dyes, making it ideal for sensitive skin. 

Artisan-Made & Eco-Conscious
Handcrafted by small Sicilian family businesses, this soap is manufactured with artisanal care, cruelty-free methods, and clean-label commitment—without SLS, nickel, silicones, or parabens.

Chic & Travel-Friendly
Individually presented in a compact, decorative package by designer Sue Townsend, this soap is perfect for travel, display, or gifting—adding Mediterranean elegance to any bathroom.

Cultural Prestige
Part of the coveted Ortigia Sicilia range featured on HBO’s The White Lotus and available at Taormina’s iconic San Domenico Palace—this soap is a symbol of Sicilian luxury.

Key Ingredient Features:

• Natural vegetable glycerin base

• Paraben-free formulations

• Free from SLS and harsh chemicals

• No mineral oils or silicone derivatives

• Naturally derived colours and fragrances

Ortigia Sicilia is a privately owned Italian soap and scent company founded in Sicily in 2006 by Sue Townsend.  The luxurious range scented products are formulated using natural products indigenous to Sicily and inspired by the aesthetics, colours and scents of Italy’s most historic and tropical region. 

The name Ortigia comes from the small island that lies at the edge of the ancient fortified city of Siracusa, on Sicily’s southeastern coast. The streets of Ortigia are crumbling baroque façades of great splendour looking out on 3 sides to the sea. The Piazza del Duomo is considered one of the most beautiful in Italy. Situated on the southeastern side of Sicily, this part of the island is known as “la Sicilia Orientale” because of its proximity to Africa and almost tropical climate.  

Sicily is enriched with a colourful history of conquest, invasion and assimilation. It has been fought over and colonised: Greeks, Phoenicians, Romans, Byzantines, Arabs, Normans, Hohenstaufens, Angevins, Aragonese and Bourbons all left their mark. Examples are found throughout the island. The island’s history, reflected in the uniquely rich and layered culture that is found in Sicily today, has inspired the creation of the Ortigia range.  

Italian ceramics are heirloom quality products, and can last lifetime with proper care. We have some suggestions that will preserve your majolica for years to come.

Majolica is dishwasher safe, but many people choose to hand wash their pieces as a precaution. Because majolica is a porous material, some pieces are not meant to hold liquid for a long period of time. Check for warning labels before ordering a product, as the pieces that are most notorious for "sweating" are appropriately labeled.

Majolica is sensitive to extreme temperatures, specifically boiling or freezing liquids. Pouring water with a rolling boil directly into a teapot, for example, may lead to breakage. To avoid this, temper the object. The industry standard is 620 degrees Celsius (1,148 degrees Fahrenheit). Quench the glass to cool it.

Crazing is common in well used majolica. The tiny cracks in the glaze do not affect the functionality of your majolica.

Majolica hand-crafted products should not be microwaved, as it may crack and/or break the ceramics.

UPS Ground

Flat shipping charge of $10 for each shipment of merchandise under $100.00. For orders of $100.00 or more, shipping is 10% of the order total.

UPS Next Day Air

Flat shipping charge of $63 for each shipment of merchandise under $70.00. For orders of $70.00 or more, shipping is 90% of the order total.

UPS 2-Day Priority (Rush Shipping)

Flat shipping charge of $42 for each shipment of merchandise under $70.00. For orders of $70.00 or more, shipping is 60% of the order total. Note: This option is required for shipping to Alaska and Hawaii.

USPS 3-Day Priority

Flat shipping charge of $21 for each shipment of merchandise under $70.00. For orders of $70.00 or more, shipping is 30% of the order total.

International Shipments

Please contact us at customerservice@biordi.com or call us at (415) 392-8096 for quotes to ship internationally.

You will be charged a rate based on your delivery area, value and shipping preference. For items shipped via UPS, see below for information pricing information. Once the package is shipped, you will receive an email with tracking information to track your package.