The ecological soap box, a good idea?
There has been a big debate for many years: bar soap or liquid soap?
Many people find the answer indisputable. Solid soap is much better for the planet because it takes much less time to use and does not require a container. But those people who choose bars of soap must know how to store it properly so that it is truly profitable in the long term.
How to find an eco-friendly soap box… Does it exist?
And yes, it is indeed possible to find an eco-friendly soap box to put in your bathroom! What's even better is that many options have been created, giving customers the ability to choose the product they trust the most.
The most famous are the following:
First of all, there is the stainless steel soap box, which is very durable and will save you from having to buy new boxes again and again because they keep breaking when you drop them in the shower. The stainless steel soap box is ideal for durability.
There are also liquid wood boxes: the method used makes the box 100% biodegradable and helps to get closer to the zero waste goal that many of us want to achieve.
However, these two eco-responsible options are not the best you can find on the market ecologically speaking.
In fact, one fifth of your bar of soap is lost when you let it sit on a damp base. This makes the solid bar of soap softer, less resistant and therefore shortens its lifespan.
So, we wanted to tell you about fabric soap bar pouches. This little-known alternative is perfect for many reasons. The pouch can be used daily and replace the box for good, is completely waterproof which prevents water from stagnating and damaging the condition of the bar, but it is also easily transportable. What could be better than being able to store your soap in your toiletry bag in less than two seconds when you have to go on a trip?
There are also natural soap dishes. These can be made from different materials, clay, wood or even loofah. Having no lid, these allow air drying of your solid soap, perfect for its long-term preservation. This will allow it to keep its texture and smell!
Why use a soap box?
First of all, the soap box is mainly used to transport your soap. Before putting your soap in the solid soap box, make sure it is completely dry.
If you use solid soaps, it is necessary to have a box to store them. You cannot leave your soap in your shower or in humidity otherwise the soap will melt by itself. This is why your solid soap or shampoo needs to dry completely. To dry it, use an ecological soap dish. Once dry, you can store it in the soap box. If you do not use it daily, do not throw it away because it will be useful for your trips, travel, etc. The solid soap box has become the traveler's accessory, very practical for carrying it in your bag or backpack.
Discover all the soap recipes for your ecological soap box: here
And what about the ecological soap dish?
In addition to the ecological soap box, we can also use the ecological soap holder. But what is it? It can be the accessory in picot or grid but also the one that we fix in the air and which will therefore "carry" your solid soap.
So, the ecological soap dish that we are going to fix exists either with suction cup or with magnet. You can fix it wherever you want: above your sink or your bathtub or in your shower. Several choices are available to you. And the advantage of this ecological soap dish is that there is no need to make a hole in the wall to fix it and the installation is quick and easy.
Can I make my own box for solid soap?
Absolutely! And it's also a very good idea if you're really into zero waste and recycling, go for the DIY. The advantage is that it will necessarily be practical but also economical. And you can make your box for solid soap that you like. Several ideas are feasible:
- Made of wood with twigs and string
- With an empty coconut
- With stones
- An old shampoo bottle
- etc..
There are many ideas but once you have made your own box for solid soap, you will be proud of yourself. So choose a way of storing your soap that will help you save your money and the environment ;)
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