Vasse Virgin

Star 4.7 (105 Google reviews)

The Ultimate Olive Oil Experience! Luxurious Olive Oil natural skin care, hand made at the factory, see the products being made then test, try & indulge. Treat yourself to extra virgin olive oil, infused oils and a scrumptious range of gourmet condiments, tapenades and table olives. TripAdvisor No 1 "Thing to Do" in Wilyabrup Margaret River region.
Vasse Virgin is nestled in the heart of the Margaret River Region. At the end of the tree-lined drive, you'll find their Soap Factory - a converted machinery shed emitting the most wonderful aroma. A visit to the Factory allows you to witness the soap makers at work, as they hand blend a variety of luxurious natural body products using the finest extra virgin olive oil. 

Overlook the unique working factory and watch the entire process, from manufacture through to the individually hand packaged finished products. Chat with the soap makers, get advice on the best products for your skin type, and discover the unique characteristics of their natural and organic ingredients. Feel the difference by experiencing the products for yourself at their testing stations. Indulge in their complete range of skin and body care, ranging from moisturising lotions, skin balms and scrubs, to bath and massage oils, and shampoo. 

The creation of Vasse Virgin emerged when Louis and Edwina Scherini's three children, who suffered from eczema and dermatitis, were advised by Doctors not to use commercial body products. The Scherini's were inspired to create a chemical free alternative, incorporating extra virgin olive oil and essential oils, excellent for those with allergies or sensitive skin. The complete range of skin, body and hair care products caters for customers of all skin types, or those simply looking for a natural alternative.  
Vasse Virgin now also has a dedicated tasting room where you can sample a carefully selected range of olive oil varietals including estate and locally-grown extra virgin olive oils. For all those olive-lovers out there, a diverse array of both locally-grown and internationally sourced table olives await your taste buds. Enjoy a hosted tasting of our gourmet products and the wonderful flavour characteristics in their olive oils - intense fruit characters with strong pungency and often a distinct peppery undertone. 

Taste the delectable preservative-free gourmet food using natural ingredients, and marvel at the variety of produce available. A visit to the Vasse Virgin tasting room would not be complete without sampling the infamous Macadamia Pesto along with the scrumptious array of gourmet condiments ranging from hand-made tapenades, mustards, jams, pasta sauces and dukkah, to include a unique range of fruit vinaigrettes and balsamic vinegars, all made by their local Italian chef. It’s a virtual gastronomic delight! 

Indulge in the ultimate Vasse Virgin experience by joining one of their workshops or masterclasses! Learn from their trained team as they guide you through an expert olive oil tasting, or teach you how to craft your very own natural products.

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Experiences

Lip Balm Workshop

Duration: 1-2 Hours
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Please arrive at the Factory at least 10 minutes prior to the workshop and wear enclosed shoes as the workshop runs within a working factory.

Discover how quick and easy it is to make your own natural lip balms in this D.I.Y. class. Combine natural ingredients with Vasse Virgin's very own extra virgin olive oil, to craft creamy pots of goodness that your lips will thank you for! 

Choose to either keep the lip balm au naturel or add a flavour from our selection of pure essential oils. We love using sweet orange, spearmint or lemon.

Natural Perfumery Workshop

Duration: 1-2 Hours
What else:
Please arrive at the Factory at least 10 minutes prior to the workshop and wear enclosed shoes.

In this introductory class, learn the basics of the art of natural perfumery. They'll guide you through a wide variety of pure essential oils and absolutes as you discover how to craft your very own personalised fragrances. Will you go down the traditional path of an eau de cologne? Or experiment with a fougere?

Olive Oil Masterclass

Duration: 1-2 Hours
What else:
Please arrive at the Factory at least 10 minutes prior to the workshop and wear enclosed shoes as the workshop runs within a working factory.

Located in Vasse Virgin's own Tasting Room, learn from one of only three qualified Australian Olive Oil Sommeliers in this new and exciting workshop! You'll be guided through an expert tasting of local and international extra virgin olive oils, learning how to detect faults, discover flavour characteristics, and how to choose the best olive oil for your cooking, dressing or garnishing. 

60 Minute Natural Perfumery Workshop

Duration: 1-2 Hours
What else:
Please arrive at the Factory at least 10 minutes prior to the workshop and wear enclosed shoes as the workshop runs within a working factory.

Receive hands on tuition from one of Vasse Virgin's highly trained staff on the secret art of natural perfumery as they guide you to create your very own signature fragrance. In this 60 minute class you'll choose either an oriental, chypre or eau de cologne base and learn how to add different essential oils to create your very own personalised natural perfume. A wonderful treat for yourself or a fantastic experience to share with friends. 

Reviews

Star 4.7 (105 Google reviews)
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CP Lee 08 January 2024

We returned to Vasse Virgin last weekend (Jan 2024) to restock our supplies while attending a wedding In Busselton, and found the place has made even more improvement than our last visit. This includes the bitumen surface of the car park from the previous gravel ground, and the customer service is still as friendly as ever from the moment you step in until you depart. We came to get some lemongrass and lime diffuser, shaving cream and some gifts for friends, and the experience was still a positive one. The aroma was lovely, and the place is well spaced out.

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Ken Adams 07 May 2023

Beautiful shop with a huge selection of soaps, olive oil and other natural and carefully curated products. Staff are helpful and more than willing to bring out a sample for you if you request it. Don’t forget to stroll around the olive vines outside as well if you have the time!

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Mark.K 10 August 2020

Great venue with well spaced and laid out shelves. Plenty of space to test products with sinks to was your hands after. Great olives too! We are going back for a Olive oil tasting event.

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sb wong 07 June 2019

I enjoy visit here! The shop got variety of natural soup products and nice olive oil. I tried their tester, the skin becomes soft and smooth! Plus the price is reasonable, worth visiting