The Land Soap, Palestinian Soap Cooperative

‘The Land’ is made by the Women’s Soap Co-operative in Beita, just south of Nablus. The newest of the Nablus soap brands, Al-Ard are true gems. Since the soap is made in small batches and are connected with many local producers, their olive oil is among the best. The cooperative’s equipment is stainless steel and electric, while other brands use gas or wood burning furnaces to cook their soap. Rather than hand stamping the bars, the Co-op uses a press machine that makes a deep and visible imprint. Al-Ard’s main market is in northern Palestine, in the areas around Nazareth and Jenin.