There is something extraordinary about using handmade soap that has been produced with such care and expertise. Whether it is the way it smells or feels, everything about it can help make your bath experience more delightful. However, due to the way these soaps have been made, they require some additional attention between uses.
If you’ve invested in handmade soap in Australia, proper storage can help your soap stay firm, fragrant, and enjoyable for longer. The good news? You don’t need anything complicated. A few simple changes to how you store and use your soap can make a noticeable difference.
1. Let Your Soap Dry Between Uses
One of the simplest ways you can ensure your handmade soap lasts longer is by ensuring that it does not come into contact with water all the time.
When left soaking in water, the soap becomes soft and dissolves at an increased rate as compared to the rate at which it should. When you finish using the soap, simply wash off the extra soap and leave it somewhere that the water can dry off completely.
Use a soap dish with some drainage holes.
Lamsa Soaps also recommends allowing your soap to dry completely after use rather than leaving it submerged in water or directly under running water.
2. Keep Your Soap Out of the Shower Stream
Although it might be handy to keep your favorite soap within easy reach, putting it directly under the flow of water will greatly reduce the lifespan of the soap.
Each time water flows over the soap, some of it is eroded. This is especially true for cases where the soap is used by different people in the household.
It is better to keep your natural soap somewhere above or in a soap dish that is not directly under the water flow.
3. Choose a Well-Ventilated Soap Dish
A closed container might look neat, but it isn't always the best choice immediately after using your soap.
Handmade soap needs the opportunity to dry between uses. A draining soap dish, open tray or ventilated soap holder gives the bar enough airflow to dry naturally.
If you're looking for handcrafted soap in Australia, remember that caring for the soap is just as important as choosing one made with quality ingredients.
For more insight into the craftsmanship behind your favourite bar, read our guide on how handmade soap is made.
4. Store Unused Soap Somewhere Cool and Dry
Have you purchased some soaps simply because you could not resist experimenting with varied scents? We get it!
But if you have unopened handmade soaps, do not assume you have to keep all of them in the bathroom. There is already too much moisture in bathrooms, especially after taking a warm shower.
Instead, put those unopened soaps in a cool and dry place where they are not exposed to the sun’s heat. Bedroom drawers, linen closet, wardrobe shelf, or even storage boxes can be a good place for your soaps.
5. Don't Seal Damp Soap in an Airtight Container
Taking soap with you while travelling? Make sure the bar is properly dry before packing it away.
Putting a wet bar inside an airtight container traps moisture around the soap. This can leave it soft and messy by the time you use it again.
For travelling, allow your handmade soap to dry first, then use a breathable soap bag or travel container that provides some ventilation.
It's a small step, but it can make a big difference when you're trying to make your soap last.
6. Keep Handmade Soap Away from Excessive Heat
Australia's climate can be warm, particularly during summer. Excessive heat can affect the texture and fragrance of soap, so avoid storing your collection next to windows, heaters or other sources of direct heat.
A stable, room-temperature environment is generally a better option.
If you have several beautiful Lamsa soaps waiting to be used, storing them properly can help you enjoy their distinctive designs and fragrances for longer.
7. Rotate Your Soap Collection
If you're someone who loves having several luxury handmade soaps at home, try rotating them rather than keeping every bar in the bathroom.
Use one bar until it has dried properly, then switch to another when you want a different fragrance or experience. Keep the unused bars somewhere cool and dry until you're ready for them.
This is particularly useful when you've purchased multiple fragrances from the Lamsa collection. From Coconut Silk and Cotton Candy to Espresso, Lemon Myrtle, Mint Mojito and Strawberry Sorbet, there are plenty of fragrances to enjoy.
8. Don't Waste the Last Little Pieces
Do not throw out your soap right away when it starts to get small.
Even the little bits will work until they are all gone. There are different things you can do with the small pieces, such as putting them together in a soap saver bag.
Your aim should be very clear: make sure you use up all the soap before replacing it.
Make Every Lamsa Soap Last Longer
A handcrafted soap requires a little extra care. The most important distinction lies in one simple thing: keeping your soap dry when you are not using it.
Make sure that the soap dish allows proper drainage, place the soap bar away from water contact, store soaps away from moisture, and keep your soap dry before going on a trip.
At Lamsa Soaps, every soap is handcrafted with carefully selected ingredients and distinctive vine-inspired designs. Each bar is made to bring a little more luxury to an everyday routine.
Ready to treat yourself to something special? Explore our collection of handmade vine soaps and discover a fragrance that makes your everyday routine feel a little more indulgent.