handmade in Altadena, CA

Luxurious soaps so good, you almost want to eat it.

Why Apricoty

We grow it, keep it, and make it ourselves — so you know exactly what’s in every bar, balm, and jar.

All-natural, always

Plant-based, cruelty-free formulas with no artificial dyes, preservatives, or harsh chemicals.

Straight from our hives

Raw honey and golden beeswax from Kevork’s own bees go right into our balms, salves, and candles.

Small-batch by hand

Every bar and bottle is mixed, cut, and wrapped by hand in small batches here in Altadena.

Herbs we grow ourselves

Calendula, rosemary, mint, and lavender from our backyard micro-farm, infused by hand for potency.

Rooted in heritage

Named for apricot kernel oil and the apricot, Armenia’s national fruit — a nod to Kevork’s family story.

Family-owned in Altadena

A small family business rebuilding after the Eaton Fire, one careful batch at a time.

Apricoty Rose Olive Soap bar on a wooden table with apricot pits and a decorative crystal tree.

Our story · The rebuild

Kevork’s kitchen, one apricot at a time

Kevork started making soap in his kitchen in 2019, infusing it with herbs he grows himself — calendula, rosemary, mint, lavender. The name nods to apricot kernel oil, a core ingredient, and to the apricot itself: Armenia’s national fruit, and a quiet tie to his family’s heritage.

He also keeps his own bees — every jar of honey and beeswax candle starts in those hives. When the Eaton Fire took our production space in January 2025, the community showed up. We’re rebuilding, one small batch at a time.

the holy grail of skincare

Why apricot?

The real magic lives in the oil pressed from apricot kernels — rich in antioxidants and vitamins A, C, E, and K, it’s one of the true holy grails of natural skincare.

The full apricot story →

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Brightening

Vitamin E for radiance and elasticity.

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Moisturizing

Vitamin A leaves skin soft and smooth.

03

Strengthening

Linoleic acid reinforces the skin barrier.

04

Softening

Absorbs easily — it mirrors skin’s own oils.

05

Calming acne

Anti-inflammatory, so it soothes breakouts.

What people are saying

  • lisa porter Avatar
    lisa porter
    Just picked up some unique beeswax candles at the farmers market ! Can’t wait to try them out. Owner was very friendly and knowledgeable.
    Silvia Tonapetian Avatar
    Silvia Tonapetian
    The clay hair pomade has been a great product to use when styling my hair. It doesn’t feel crunchy and the more you work the product in, there aren’t streaks left behind. The smell? Phenomenal! All in all, I really enjoy the pomade.
    Zarik Hacopian Avatar
    Zarik Hacopian
    I have been using Apricoty Shampoo Soap for a few months now. My severe hair loss stopped almost immediately after starting to use it and my hair began to grow back. I also use their body soaps and have noticed that dry skin is no longer a problem. Their customer service is as lovely as their products.
  • Sweet sea water Avatar
    Sweet sea water
    Unfortunately, this place is still closed.
    Leona Avatar
    Leona
    Unbelievable products, never going to use another body wash or shampoo again! Once you go Apricoty you can’t go back 🌞
    Andrew Weller Avatar
    Andrew Weller
    We love Apricoty, especially their soaps and honey!
  • Suzie Ford Avatar
    Suzie Ford
    Really happy to have found an awesome local company making great natural products. I tried the facial toner, and have been amazed by the results! Love the way it smooths my skin! The soap and chapstick are also incredibly nourishing.
    Candida Condes Avatar
    Candida Condes
    Great products! Everything smells amazing and lasts so long!!
    Katrina Jackson Avatar
    Katrina Jackson
    I went to the Altadena farmers market with my sister and neice/ nephew. We met the owner of apricoty, he was so knowledgeable & friendly! The handmade soaps were made sooo beautifully. He was so nice he actually gave me a lip balm! I honestly used it to the last drop!! It was smooth and natural.. I will be back for more and I will send my friends and family your way all day!
  • Rebeka Davidian Avatar
    Rebeka Davidian
    I just started using these products for a week, and I’m already obsessed! I loved everything my I bought, from their soaps, to their lotions, they have become me my go to. 10/10 recommend
    Claud B Avatar
    Claud B
    Visited the Apricoty tent at Altadena Farmers market. Love their soaps and lotions which last a long time and smell great.
    Holly Muhammad Avatar
    Holly Muhammad
    Greetings APRICOTY! I simply cannot explain my gratitude for your amazing Natural Insect Repellent. My annual pilgrimage to beautiful Barbados 🇧🇧 had always been tainted by a torrent of mosquito bites – until I met you at the Altadena Farmer’s Market. Despite futile efforts, with countless products, I often found myself nursing up to 100 bites a time! Everything changed when I chanced upon your delightful Apricot-Scented Insect Repellent at the Altadena Farmer’s Market. I figured, why not give it one last try? Fast forward to my recent 12-day cruise through the Eastern Caribbean. For the first time, my skin was spared! APRICOTY, you’ve truly transformed my travel experiences. For that, I will be forever grateful. With endless appreciation, Holly
  • Sarah Cruz Avatar
    Sarah Cruz
    I love the minimal all natural ingredients in his unscented and scented body and face lotion. The lavender scent is very soothing after a long days shower. His unscented works wonders for my face, leaving it moisturized and more even toned!
    Louise Manfe Avatar
    Louise Manfe
    Apricoty makes some outstanding skincare products. So far everything that I’ve tried is really beneficial to my sensitive skin. As someone who suffers with Eczema I trust Apricoty to keep my skin clean and moisturized without harmful chemicals that irritate my eczema prone skin. You will love these products.
    Ava Chamberlin Avatar
    Ava Chamberlin
    Amazing handmade products. I love Apricoty!!!
  • Polly Geller Avatar
    Polly Geller
    Sublime! Sublime! One of the best kiosks with products I will come back for. Beeswax candles of all adorable sizes? Check. Aromatherapy soaps? Check! Love potions? Why not? Cuticle oil? Yes, please. And lip balms? Bring em on!!! Thank you, Kev & Sierra! Another reason to get out to the Farmers Market in La Cañada Saturday morning !!!
    Annie Winger Avatar
    Annie Winger
    Met at the Monrovia street fair and the rep was so nice and friendly! Used the royal purple soap and it left my skin so clean! I’d highly recommend
    Amanda Obregon Avatar
    Amanda Obregon
    Such good variety of products and all natural ingredients. I really love the clean look of the packaging and the owner was super helpful in telling us where he produces his products.
  • sera shahgholian Avatar
    sera shahgholian
    I have met Apricoty at the Glendale Artsakh Farmers market and let me tell you this guy is awesome! He has his own bee hive which is impressive and his products are made from his own bee wax. Tried his chapsticks and they are very natural and hydrating! His candle in Armenian flag is still one that I use in my room. He has candle jars in different birth months/zodiac signs- I think that’s an amazing present and gift idea! Definitely check his store out! Thank you Apricoty, We love you!❤️
    Alyssa Milligan Avatar
    Alyssa Milligan
    Love the solid lotions!! Best scents you find at the market:)
    Shannon Hage Avatar
    Shannon Hage
    Amazing soap, i use the beard and body! It has helped my beard so much smells great too.
  • Danielle Maddox Avatar
    Danielle Maddox
    I can’t recommend Apricoty enough, they use high quality natural ingredients that are actually good for you! I am currently obsessed with Apricotys Hand Salve! It keeps my hands soft and moisturized 🙂 Their cuticle oil is perfection as well!
    David Margaryan Avatar
    David Margaryan
    Very good candles and service.
    Clara “CK” Krjalian Avatar
    Clara “CK” Krjalian
    I absolutely love Apricoty’s all-natural products! I’ve tried several of them, and each one has been fantastic. The honey is delicious, and the bug repellent, cuticle oil, and soaps are amazing. My husband, who is a mechanic, loves the mechanic’s pumice soap, it’s done wonders for his hands! It’s so refreshing to find products that work well and are made with natural ingredients. Highly recommend!
  • Rosie Sargsyan Avatar
    Rosie Sargsyan
    My absolute favorite product from Apricoty is their Orange Tangerine Sugar Scrub! I use it every morning to clean my face and my skin smells and feels great afterwards 😀 already going through my second tub of the stuff! Another product I love from Apricoty is their incense! My daughter brought home the Armenian Holy Khoung and the Rosewood incense and I’m always bugging her to light them because it makes the office and then the rest of the house smell amazing!
    Mushegh Baghdasaryan Avatar
    Mushegh Baghdasaryan
    Very good product, Armenian Khoung sticks smell and burn amazing. Don’t second guess your purchase!
    Inna Avatar
    Inna
    Apricoty has exceeded my expectations of their products! The more I tried, the more I was blown away with the quality of ingredients, such as oils, seeds, the formula, and how it made my skin feel. It has become my go to company since they first start introducing themselves to farmers market. They only got better and they were able to keep the prices low at the highest quality ingredients which I love. Supporting local businesses is my way of giving back.

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