The Best Ways to Make Your Bar Soap Last Longer RSS

Written by Jamie Barrows

We love bar soap. We've been manufacturing it for decades. The unassuming bar of soap has become innovative on so many levels. It is a cleanser and can also be an exfoliator, a moisturizer, an acne-fighter, and even a shampoo. Eco-friendly beauty essential bar soap is timeless because it is adaptable, sustainable, and reliable.

While we know that bar soap lasts longer than body wash, with less product disappearing down the drain, there are ways to stretch its use even further. You can take so many easy actions to make your bar of soap last the longest that it can – without cutting back on cleansing. Follow some of these tips to extend the life of your beloved bar soap and, in turn, save you a few bucks and reduce your ecological footprint.  

Keep it Dry with a Soap Dish that has Proper Drainage

One of the most effective ways to prolong the life of your soap is to purchase a dish or soap sponge with ridges, open space, or a raised platform. The circulating air is crucial in drying the bar thoroughly between uses. In any situation sitting water can promote the growth of bacteria. While soap is naturally antibacterial, keeping it in a dry location ensures a healthy environment for the soap. Airflow is vital because leaving your soap bar in a humid environment can cause it to disintegrate faster.

Rotate Between Two Bars

This idea isn't one that many people know about. Try rotating between two bars of soap in the shower or at the sink. You could even take one large bar and cut it in half. If you use the same bar multiple times daily, it will likely wear down fast. Moving between two soap bars will allow them plenty of time to dry out completely between uses. This method will undoubtedly ensure your soap lasts the longest, and by using two bars simultaneously, you won't have to go to the store for a new one as fast.

Smash Your Soap Slivers into the New Bar

That's right. Smash it up. When your bar soap becomes a tiny sliver that's difficult to handle, don't just throw it in the trash! Instead, press it onto a new bar. Some bar soap brands even design their bars to carry extra space for precisely that action (check out Amway's G&H Protect+ Bar). By combining slivers and new bars, you can continue using the soap until there's nothing left, maximizing its usage and minimizing waste.

Store Extra Bars Properly

If you have multiple bars of soap in reserve, storing them properly is vital to maintaining their quality and integrity. Keep unused bars in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight, humidity, and moisture. As brands consider the environmental impact of unnecessary packaging, they are paring down things like inner wrappers and films. Some are even omitting boxes for individual soaps altogether. These companies may unwittingly be helping your bar soap last longer, too, because they keep the air circulating, which is what it needs to stay dry.

Not only will all these practices save you money in the long run, but they'll also contribute to a more sustainable and eco-friendlier lifestyle. Lather up and enjoy the benefits of a long-lasting bar soap experience! ●