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Handmade
soap
contains
all
the
natural
glycerin
that
is
produced
as
a
by-product
of
the
saponification
process.
Because
it
has
no
harsh
chemicals
and
other
preservatives,
handmade
soap
is
not
as
hard
as
mass-produced
bars
which
has
had
the
glycerin
removed.
However,
natural
soap
can
last
just
as
long
as
commercial
soap
if
you
remember
not
to
let
the
bar
sit
in
water
for
long
periods.
To prevent the soap from dissolving quickly, a good soap dish is important. Use
wooden ones with grooves or slots at the base, to allow excess water to drain
from the bar or any dish with good drainage will work. If you
don’t
use a dish, at least try standing the soap on edge after use, so the least
amount of surface is in contact with any
puddles.
You can also place marbles
in the bottom of any dish to allow the handmade soap to drain.
Lastly, it is
always nice to have two bars of natural soap in use at one time. While one
is drying out you can alternate and use the other one. Drying between use,
helps extend the life of the soap!
Enjoy
your
soap!

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