This is the hand wash that started it all, our Rosemary Mint Wash. It's a must try if you're new to the Saltspring product catalog.
Bottle of Saltspring Soapworks Rosemary Mint Wash on a gold tray with a natural bristle dish brush

Rosemary Mint Wash

Sale price$24.95 CAD
An invigorating and revitalizing hand and body wash

500 mL • Herbaceous, crisp, and cooling, our signature blend of Rosemary and Peppermint essential oils offers a refreshing, invigorating, and uplifting experience for both the body and mind. Our wash is formulated with a natural base of cleansing coconut oil, calming herbs, and hydrating white camellia for clean, cared-for skin. Plus, it lathers in the shower and bubbles in the bath.

Available in 500-mL, 1-litre, 4-litre and travel sizes.

Best For: Stress & Tension, Sensitive Skin
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How can we help?

Got a question or concern—or just want to talk? We’re here for you, whatever you need. Many questions are already answered on our FAQ page.

All general questions can be directed to our Customer Care Centre, here in Ganges, on Salt Spring Island.

Hours: Weekdays, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm (Pacific Time)
Email: info@saltspringsoapworks.com
Phone: 1-250-537-2811 

Shipping + Returns

Enjoy complimentary delivery within Canada on all orders over $79. If, for any reason, you aren’t content with your Saltspring selections, we’re here to make it right. Email info@saltspringsoapworks.com for an exchange or refund. For more information, see our Shipping & Returns Policy.

 

We formulate every product with simple, honest ingredients, naturally sourced and ethically engineered. Learn More.

Contains: Water, Herbal Blend of Lavandula Officinalis (Lavender), Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary), Equisetum Arvense (Horsetail), Salvia Lavandulaefolia (Sage), and Urtica Dioica (Nettle); Herbal Extracts of Panax Ginseng (Chinese Ginseng), Calendula Officinalis (Calendula), and Thea Sinensis (White Camellia); Alkylpolyglucosides (Natural Vegetarian Surfactant from Corn, Potato, Wheat), Cocos Nucifera (Coconut Oil), Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Vegetable Glycerine, Hemp Seed Oil, Panthenol, Guar Gum, Whole Wheat Protein, Citric Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Essential Oils of Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) and Mentha Piperita (Peppermint); Polyaminopropyl Biguanide, Limonene †, Linalool †.
† Naturally present in essential oils.

Featured Ingredients

Formulated with discernment

We formulate every product with simple, honest ingredients, naturally
sourced and ethically engineered.

Rosemary and Mint Essential Oils

Stimulates and invigorates, promoting healthy scalp and hair.

Saltspring Soapworks founder in the greenhouse on Salt Spring Island

Our Story

From humble beginnings

Our story begins long before Saltspring Soapworks did: Four generations ago with a grandmother and a farm. Using beef tallow and ash, she handcrafted soap—a legacy that was handed down to her granddaughter and our founder, Linda Quiring. The simplicity of our beginnings remains the essence of our remedies today.

Rosemary Mint Wash — FAQs

In our home a 500ml bottle will last several weeks.

Yes! All our washes are formulated without sodium lauryl sulfate or other harsh sulphates. We use mild, plant-based surfactants (alkylpolyglucosides and cocamidopropyl betaine) that cleanse effectively while being kind to skin and the planet. Many include soothing herbal blends and hydrating ingredients like white camellia extract and hyaluronic acid.

We offer a range of uplifting and soothing scents: Rosemary Mint (herbaceous, crisp, cooling, invigorating), Lavender Eucalyptus (soothing, hydrating, calming), Cypress Fir (calming, grounding), Lemongrass Orange (rejuvenating, fresh, citrusy), Rose Ginseng (nourishing, soothing), Mango Lime (fresh, cleansing), and others that are more seasonal like Cranberry Orange or Vanilla Frankincense. Each is crafted primarily with essential oils for an authentic
aromatic experience.

Apply a small amount to wet hands or body, lather, and rinse. They perform well in most water conditions. The 1L and 4L sizes are perfect for refilling for family showers or sinks—add our dedicated pumps for mess-free dispensing. Travel sizes are ideal for gym bags or carry-on.

Our washes are primarily formulated for hands and body. While gentle, they may be too cleansing or have essential oil concentrations better suited for body use than on facial skin. For face, we recommend our dedicated Face Care Collection (cleanser, toner, creams, serum).

Standard (~500mL), Travel Size, 1 Liter, and 4 Liter refills. The larger sizes offer excellent value for regular users or households and reduce packaging waste and offer greater value per liter. Pair 1L/4L with our matching pumps for easy use. Many customers start with the standard 500ml size to try a new scent.

No—they are designed to be hydrating. Formulas include vegetable glycerine, hemp seed oil, panthenol (vitamin B5), and other moisturizing ingredients that help leave skin clean yet soft and cared-for, not tight or dry.

Yes, our washes are biodegradable and made with an emphasis on being easy on your hands, body, and the planet. The plant-derived surfactants and natural ingredients support this commitment.

Absolutely. We offer dedicated pumps for both the 1 Liter and 4 Liter bottles. They make dispensing easy and hygienic in the shower or at the sink.

Artisan hand-cutting Saltspring Soapworks handmade soap bars at a workbenchDried calendula petals, a natural ingredient in Saltspring Soapworks products

Our Ingredients

Honesty in every ingredient

Since 1979, our ingredients have been naturally sourced or ethically engineered. We don’t greenwash, we just do our best to do what’s best—for people and planet. We source organically when we can, craft every product by hand in small batches, and never test on animals.

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Our guarantee

Here to make things right

We’ve been making soap and skincare for 45 years. We’ve curated our ingredients, refined our formulas, and honed our techniques to craft only the finest natural products. Even so, mistakes happen—when they do, we’re here to make things right. Because we’re grateful to you. Our returns policy.

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Anonymous (Edmonton, CA)
The Rosemary Mint Wash is lovely

The Rosemary Mint Wash is lovely. It smells tresh and clean like a natural product should. It feels great on your skin, it leaves no residue and your skin feels clean but not dried out as some soap products have a tendency to do.

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Kelay Ohlhauser (Vancouver, CA)
Fabulous fragrance

Amazing body sosp

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Farrah (Halifax, CA)
Every day feels like a Spa visit

This body wash is heavenly. The smell is terrific. It lathers nicely. Every use feels like a gift for my body and mind.

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Anonymous (Kirkland, CA)
Beautiful scent

Perfect for my home and for hostess gift

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Danita Williams (Kelowna, CA)
This is my new favourite hand wash

This is my new favourite hand wash! The scent is fresh and appeals to many people.

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Nadine (Nanaimo, CA)
Awesome

Fresh, clean, & calming scent!
I feel like I’m in a spa whenever I use it.

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Shelley H (North Vancouver, CA)
So fresh and cooling!

This is my fave wash for summer! The mint leaves a slight cooling feeling on your skin, which I absolutely love!

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Elaine P (Vancouver, CA)
Customer service extraordinaire!

Products are so fresh and smell wonderful. The attention to detail and speed of delivery were first class. A business that really cares.

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Linda Mayled (Sooke, CA)

I love the rosemary mint soap. The fragrance is so fresh and clean smelling

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Shelley M (Calgary, CA)
Rosemary Mint wash

Love this for hand soap! It smells so good and my hands don’t dry out from using it!

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Sandi Kaufhold (Penticton, CA)
Smells great

Love how soft my skin feels after using it

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Kathy Rosinski (Montreal, CA)
Love it

This soap smells and feels so good! Love it!

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Vanessa

love this soap!

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CJ (Alliston, CA)
Smells amazing

best soap, will continue buying more, it's so good

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Debra Pitts (Dieppe, CA)

Love it! Nice fragrance!

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Deb Farrell (Vancouver, CA)
Rosemary Mint Wash

I won’t be using anything else except for this wash from now on! As long as it is produced, I will order it from wherever I am.

If you haven’t tried it, try it! You won’t be disappointed! 10/10

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Michele Bailey (Lansdowne, CA)
Fresh and invigorating

Love the smell and freshness

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Breanna Hobbs (Calgary, CA)
Love it

Love the rosemary and mint scent! Such a nice cool feeling after a day in the summer sun!

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Terry Giffin (Victoria, CA)
Incredible.

We were introduced to this in 2010 by traveling to SSI to visit family who moved their in 2009.
Have been using it ever since.
The clean fresh scent is amazing.
Will not buy anything else.

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Mary Lemon (London, CA)
Love

My daughter-in-law gave me this as a gift. When I ran out, even though I was in Ontario, I was so disappointed and orderdered another bottle from Saltspringsoapworks in BC.

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Roc Bubel (Delta, CA)
Great product and great service!

Best products on the market!!

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Cynthia van Hoof Barthel (Calgary, CA)

Suds up nicely, smells fresh. Highly recommend.

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Rhonda Jenkins (Calgary, CA)
Wonderful hand soap

The rosemary mint wash is a beautiful soap. I am sensitive to a lot of fragrances, however, because this soap is made with essential oils, I am able to fully enjoy it without any kind of reaction. It’s my favourite scented soap that I have ever used!

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Angela McGinnis (Dieppe, CA)
Best liquid hand soap

Beautiful light scent. Leaves your hands soft not dry. Leaves a wonderful scent in the air after

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Chloe

Amazing smelling products of excellent quality!

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Cody

I love this soap.

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Cathy
Only scented handwash I will use

I was introduced to Rosemary Mint Wash at a resort on the French River. Before using it, I would not use a scented handwash as I found the scents too overpowering and lasting. The scent in this product is different - light and refreshing - and the soap gentle on my hands. My husband loves it as well. Thank you Salt Spring Soapworks for creating such a great product.

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Meron
Best Wash EVER!

It's the only hand/body wash I use for my home and office. The scent is refreshing and amazing! I buy it by the refill size from our local SaltSpring SoapWorks shop. I know, I'm fortunate to live on SaltSpring Island <3

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Allison
My favourite hand soap in the world

This is one of my favourite products in the world. It keeps me coming back to soapworks again and again. The fragrance is to die for. No other liquid soap compares. It's a bit pricey, but a splurge I'm willing to make.

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Stephanie Frey
Healing My Poor Hands

I received a bottle of this just before Christmas and have been using it as my daily hand soap since. Not only does the incredible scent calm my anxiety, but this wash has been healing my hands. I struggle with skin picking, especially when it's dry in the winter and because I work with my hands so often, they're usually the casualties. I also tend to stay away from scented products because of how sensitive my skin is - this is gentle enough I can use it daily and still enjoy the scent. We will be back for more!

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Ryan
Personal fave!

I love the Rosemary Mint wash! It's a staple in my home. I use it for both my washroom and kitchen hand washes. Leaves my hands feeling clean, but not stripped. This stuff is amazing, and smells great.

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Hilary
I’m addicted to this scent

I love the washes, they are gentle and don’t dry out my skin. I live in a semi arid city so that’s a tough quality to find in a body wash and hand soap.
This scent is so incredibly refreshing. It’s my favourite to wake up with or rejuvenate post workout.

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Donald Patterson
Where’s the Rosemary?

Labelling should be Peppermint, as that is the overwhelming fragrance of this soap, which I found much too prominent. Rosemary is the leading descriptive, so I was expecting a fragrance somewhat more refined and subtle. It is the fragrance only that disappoints me.