Root: natural cosmetics from Riza, Corinthia, made with olive oil, honey and grape
ArticleAt Xyleri Valtou, near Riza in the hills above Xylokastro, Root makes soaps, fragrances and creams in small batches. The idea is simple: clean ingredients, inspiration from nature and handmade quality, so the product reaches you fresh.
The business in this article is a Visit Corinthia partner. We describe it using what it says about its own work; hours and details can change, so check its page before you go.
What Root makes
The range is small and carefully made, with names inspired by Greek mythology and the Mediterranean:
- Pure Elia — a natural olive oil soap, for men and women.
- Elixir of Elysium — a body soap with olive oil and honey.
- Daphne & Dionysus — a soap with olive oil and grape.
- Mediterranean Rose and Aegean Essence — eau de parfum.
What “natural” means to Root
“Natural” is an easy word to print on a box. Root explains what it means with specific points:
- According to the company, the products are made exclusively from edible ingredients.
- They are vegan, SLS-free and dermatologically tested.
- No product is ever tested on animals.
- The facility runs an ISO 22716 quality system, the international standard for good manufacturing practice in cosmetics.
- The packaging is 100% recyclable and carries Braille for visually impaired customers.
For businesses: wholesale and soaps with your own name
Root works mainly wholesale, which is why its online shop shows no retail prices. It also makes custom soaps and packaging with your brand identity — an idea, for example, for a guesthouse or a gift shop that wants something from the region. For prices and orders you contact Root directly.
How to find Root
- Where: Xyleri Valtou, Riza, 20400, Corinthia
- Contact: Monday to Friday, 08:00–16:00 · tel. +30 2743 306798
- Online shop: rootnaturecosmetics.com
All details, products and a contact form are on Root’s page on Visit Corinthia.
Near Riza
The drive from the sea up to the mountain villages is one of the loveliest in Corinthia. Combine it with a walk in Xylokastro and the Pefkias pine forest, and for more gift ideas from the region see our handmade gifts from Corinthia.
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