Changing a bar of soap into liquid soap is a clever and cost-effective way to overestimate your resources. Instead of using extra money on store-bought liquid soap, you can produce your own personalized liquid soap with the same benefits. Let’s explore how you can do it!
Ingredients and Materials:
- 1 bar of soap (any type you like, such as moisturizing, antibacterial, or scented)
- 4 cups of water (adjust based on the desired consistency)
- A large pot for boiling
- Grater or knife
- A container for storing the liquid soap (pump bottle or jar)
- Optional: essential oils for added scent or benefits
Instructions:
Slice the Soap:
Apply a grater or knife to finely chop the bar of soap into small flakes. This helps it soften faster in boiling water.
Boil the Water:
In a large pot, place 4 cups of water to a boil. Adjust the amount of water depending on how thick or runny you want the liquid soap to be.
Add the Soap Flakes:
Once the water is boiling, decrease the heat to a simmer and add the grated soap. Mix continuously until all the soap flakes are dissolved.
Cool and Thicken:
Turn off the heat and let the combination cool. As it cools, the soap will thicken. Blend occasionally to make sure an even consistency.
Customize (Optional):
Add a few drops of essential oils (like lavender, tea tree, or peppermint) for fragrance or additional benefits.
Transfer and Store:
Once the soap has completely cooled and reached your desired consistency, absorb a container or pump bottle for easy use.
Tips:
- Consistency Adjustment: If the liquid soap is too thick after cooling, add more water and mix until it gets your preferred texture.
- Foaming Option: For a foaming hand soap, apply a foam pump dispenser and cut the liquid soap further with water.
- Reuse Containers: Save empty liquid soap bottles or jars to make your DIY soap, reducing waste even further.
Uses for DIY Liquid Soap:
- Hand Soap: Refresh your hand soap dispensers.
- Body Wash: Apply it as a body wash in the shower.
- Cleaning Solution: This versatile soap can also be applied for light household cleaning tasks.
