How Can I Make my Packer’s Pine Tar Soap Last Longer?

The all-natural premium quality of Packer’s Pine Tar Soap is second to none. If you are one of the many loyal customers, you know the worst thing about this soap is running out of it. How can you make this amazing soap last as long as possible? Keep reading to find out.

Ryan Mckenzie

Ryan Mckenzie

Co-Founder & CMO of .

Be Mindful Of How You Use And Store Your Soap

To make your soap last longer, here are a few tricks to be mindful of.

First and foremost, always keep the bar away from standing water. To do this, you can use a soap dish with drainage holes to allow excess water to drain out or place it on an elevated surface, such as a shower rack or shelf. This will ensure that any moisture is not retained in the vicinity of the bar and keeps it dry.

Secondly, you should also store the soap in a cool and dry environment if possible; extreme temperatures may cause soap bars to melt faster, as well as affect their scent and color.

Finally, use a washcloth or loofah when washing with the bar. This can help create a lather that will help clean your skin while simultaneously creating a protective layer around the bar that helps it stay dry and last longer.

Bella Zinti

Bella Zinti

Home Builder & Master Gardener at .

Be Proactive

1. Keep the soap away from water to prevent melting. Choose a soap dish with drainage holes to allow water to drain out and keep your soap as protected as possible. Store the soap dish at the other end of the shower to dry faster.

2. Use a washcloth or sponge to limit the amount of soap used instead of your hands. This will help your soap last longer and save you money in the long run.

3. Cure your soap by placing it in a drawer between layers of linen away from humidity. This will help maintain its hard form so it doesn't melt quickly after the water hits it.

4. Always dry your soap thoroughly before using it again. This will help prevent it from becoming too soft and melting too quickly.

5. Cut your soap into smaller pieces to reduce the amount of soap that comes into contact with water. This will help your other bar pieces last longer and save you money.

With these easy tips, you can enjoy your favorite soap for longer and save money on replacements.

Andre Kazimierski

Andre Kazimierski

CEO of .

Cut Your Soap Into Chunks

One of the best strategies for making a bar of soap last longer is to cut it into chunks before using it and then use the chunks in the shower rather than the whole bar. This way, you'll lose less soap to natural erosion from steam and splashed water and can get more washes out of it.

Andrew Tomson

Andrew Tomson

Project Manager of .

Cooler Showers, Small Pieces, and A Washcloth

[There are] different ways to make the soap last longer to extend its life and cut costs. Here are a few tips:

1. Take Cooler Showers: A hot shower will dissolve your soap more quickly as it softens and melts it more easily. I would recommend a cooler shower to maintain the soap’s shape and usage for longer.

2. Slice The Bar Into Smaller Pieces: Take smaller pieces with you every time you use the soap. This means that only a small piece gets wet while the rest remains dry and ready for the next use.

3. Use A Washcloth: A few swipes across a washcloth uses less soap than lathering up your hands. The washcloth absorbs and retains the lather much more, effectively saving the soap for a longer period.

Jeremy Yamaguchi

Jeremy Yamaguchi

CEO of .

Use A Soap Dish

When it comes to bar soap, it can be helpful to use a soap saver. This is a little dish with raised pegs where you place your bar soap. It helps prevent your bar soap from slipping and breaking pieces off and keeps it from remaining wet on the bottom and slowly washing away.

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