At that time I lived alone so having bar soap by the kitchen and bathroom sinks was fine, but my husband prefers liquid hand soap and frankly, it is easier and cleaner than having bars gumming up the joint. So we have glass dispensers that we refill from large jugs of liquid soap. We don't buy individual plastic single use bottles of soap, so at least we are on the better end of what is perhaps not the ideal choice.
In the shower, as I mentioned, I have long abandoned the shower gel and poof combo. I buy locally made soap at the farmers market. It is also one of my favorite souvenirs to buy when traveling, and my family does the same thing when they travel, bestowing me with much appreciated bars of soap upon their return.
I like supporting the local economy, especially since most soap makers are small, family-run businesses. I also like avoiding the use of extra plastic for the bottles to hold the liquid soap and the energy required to transport the plastic bottles. Not to mention the disposal of said bottles.
These are the bars of soap I have waiting to be used currently: one from the local farmers market, one purchased at the Golden Harvest Festival from a local crafter, one brought back from Montana by my parents, and one from sister's recent travels in France. I love the variety and uniqueness of each bar.
Maybe someday I'll learn how to make my own soap. Although that sounds like an awful lot of work...
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I love handmade soaps, but lately I try to get the kind without fragrance, as I am suspicious that the fragrance bothers me--makes me itch.
I get mine at the health food store,a t the Ren Fes, etc.
Next I will be seeking a sulfate-free shampoo as I think it may be the cause of my itchy scalp. I don't really get why all of our soaps & shampoos are filled with chemicals and additives.
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