Gottfried’s is a prestigious American soap house dedicated to the art of the perfect cleanse. We craft cold-process bath soaps with refined, fragrance-forward compositions and rare botanicals—designed for the modern man and woman who values quiet refinement and uncompromising quality.
Hand-poured in Morristown, New Jersey.
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Ingredient Category |
Standard Manufacturer Bar |
Gottfried’s Premium Bar |
Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|---|
Total Base Oils |
Typically 3 (Coconut, Palm, Olive) |
8 Premium Oils(Extra Virgin Olive, Coconut, Castor, Palm, Shea, Cocoa, Argan and Sweet Almond Oil) |
More oils create a complex, "multi-dimensional" skin feel. |
Olive Oil Content |
Often uses a lower percentage of olive oil, or relies more heavily on lower-cost base oils |
Extra virgin olive oil(represents 40% of our base oils) |
A high olive oil content delivers a more premium, skin-comfort-focused formula |
Butters |
0% – 5% (often none at all) |
High % Dual Butters (Shea & Cocoa) |
Butters are expensive; they provide the "richer feel" standard soap lacks. |
Luxury "Soft" Oils |
0% |
Argan, Sweet Almond and Castor Oil |
These are high-cost oils that nourish the skin rather than just cleaning it |
Palm Oil Usage |
~33% (Bulk Filler) |
Strategically Low % and responsibly sourced |
We use Palm for stability, but rely on Cocoa Butter and Shea for creaminess. |
Active Additives |
None (Scent/Color only) |
Hydrolyzed Silk & Kaolin Clay |
These transform the bar from a "wash" into a "skincare treatment." |
Honey Content |
None |
100% Raw Honey |
Real honey is a natural humectant that draws moisture into the skin. |
Vitamin E |
None |
Pure Vitamin E (Antioxidant) |
Protects oils from oxidation and supports skin barrier repair. |
Luxury soap for men who demand the best—natural ingredients, bold scents, superior care.
I love these soaps! I've tried dozens looking for that perfect scent and feel. With these I found several! I love them all but the sandalwood and the Frankincense and Myrrh are my favorites so far. Thanks!
I love your soap – it lathers great and makes my skin feel so soft
"I am VERY thrilled with your soap and want to say Thank you!"
"Your soaps are so fragrant and I love that my hands smell so nice after washing with it!"
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