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 →

01

Brightening

Vitamin E for radiance and elasticity.

02

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

  • Sweet sea water Avatar
    Sweet sea water
    Unfortunately, this place is still closed.
    Mushegh Baghdasaryan Avatar
    Mushegh Baghdasaryan
    Very good product, Armenian Khoung sticks smell and burn amazing. Don’t second guess your purchase!
    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.
  • 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.
    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.
    Ashley Duarte Avatar
    Ashley Duarte
    Amazing products! I enjoy the smell and consistency of the bar soaps. I also got the sweet apricoty butter lip balm and it was so hydrating. 10/10!
  • 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.
    Molly Ritter Avatar
    Molly Ritter
    I bought the Eshi Yugh salve, and CANNOT get enough of it! My poor hands were so dry and cracked and this finally made them soft again! Would highly recommend
    Andrew Weller Avatar
    Andrew Weller
    We love Apricoty, especially their soaps and honey!
  • 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
    Candida Condes Avatar
    Candida Condes
    Great products! Everything smells amazing and lasts so long!!
    Leona Avatar
    Leona
    Unbelievable products, never going to use another body wash or shampoo again! Once you go Apricoty you can’t go back 🌞
  • 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.
    Dean W Avatar
    Dean W
    Update: Silvia is back today at Larchmont Farmers Market. 👏❤️ Bought more incredibly scented soaps, soft shampoo bar, subtle solid cologne, and more! This is becoming a habit when she visits. A good #healthyhabit. 😁 So many choices. Pervious:Purchased the Minty Gingeric Soap at the Larchmont farmers market. Smells wonderful, but it was the appearance, like rusted corrugated metal, that caught my eye. Very cool.
  • Manny K Avatar
    Manny K
    My wife has been ordering Armenian Holy KHOUNG incense over 2 years over 10 orders I believe BUT PLEASE I have a big favor to ask make the smell back like the original organic khoung used to be it’s been getting off the course lately it and smells less and less like Armenian KHOUNG it doesn’t smell like the 1st time thank you I like the product and in addition amazing service fast shipping . Thank you
    Eliza Partika Avatar
    Eliza Partika
    Excellent soap! I get the Royal Purple soap from them at the Glendaoe Artsakh Farmers Market every couple months. I love the smell. It’s soft on my skin and great exfoliating!
    Allyson Dawn Su Avatar
    Allyson Dawn Su
    Amazing natural body and mind empowerments
  • 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!
    Ava Chamberlin Avatar
    Ava Chamberlin
    Amazing handmade products. I love Apricoty!!!
    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!
  • 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!
    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.
    Laura Castro Castrezana Avatar
    Laura Castro Castrezana
    Great products!! I love the face and body lotion.
  • 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.
    Patrick King Avatar
    Patrick King
    Great products and friendly staff. A
    Blanca Avatar
    Blanca
    Immediately smelled the lovely incense and fell in love. Sylvia was super helpful and fun to talk to. I ended up getting a few other little things.

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