Posted on April 1, 2010 - by Leslie Billera

Organic Soap is the Best, Bar None

Last time we dished on bath soap, we focused on the yucky ingredients found in typical conventional brands.

To balance out that post, here are some super-positive factoids on why hand-crafted organic soap is better for you – and the planet.

• Low-intensity manufacturing: Organic soap is an all-natural bath and body product that boasts low impact production unlike most detergent-based shampoos, liquid gels and bubble baths.
• Skin-sensitivity: Organic soap means no additives, and that’s better for people with sensitive skin as well as allergy sufferers.
• Antibacterial-free: Organic soap doesn’t contain antibacterial agents, which can cause dry skin and eczema (not to mention the creation of ‘super bacteria’).
• DIY-Friendly: Yes, you can make your own organic soap. Soap-making kits make it easy for you to try it in your own kitchen. Key ingredients include vegetable oils (like our fave, extra virgin olive oil), caustic soda and essential oils.

Bar Soap: Treat it with TLC

While liquid soaps are convenient – no watery pool or residue left in its wake – it also takes a heavy toll on the environment.  Think about the plastic – recycled or not – for every bottle you throw away after use.

Invest in a good soap dish; it will keep your tub tidy and protect your nurturing bar of organic soap from degrading prematurely.