DIY Liquid Soap From A Bar Easily - Zero Waste
Finding simple solutions to create less waste are often easier than we think. At the same time some methods just work better than others. The first time I tried to create liquid soap from a bar was a pointless disaster. Finally I figured out exactly why it wasn't working, and exactly what I needed to do differently. Today I want to share what makes this simple zero waste solution work.
What you will need...
3 cups purified water
1 1/2 cups soap flakes
20 drops of essential oil (optional)
Cheese grater
Container of choice (I prefer a glass jar)
This simple DIY recipe makes 32 oz of liquid soap perfect for cleaning, shampoo and body wash in three easy steps.
Use your cheese grater to break down the soap bar into tiny pieces.
Add soap flakes to your glass jar and fill with hot water to dissolve the soap flakes.
Once cooled and soap flakes dissolved, add essential oils of your for scent and additional cleansing properties. Lemongrass, lavender, lemon, or peppermint essential oil are all great options.
Liquid soaps tend to cost more as well as contribute to excessive plastic bottles. The most important aspect to making a great DIY Liquid Soap is to use a bar soap that has a high glycerin content. The easiest way to know if a soap bar is high in glycerin is when it is wet it gets soft around the edges and is gooey once it is almost gone. I love using any pure olive oil soap for this recipe made the traditional way.
If you try this please let me know how it works for you. Find more zero waste articles here.
Much love!
Image by Dawn Michelle