How to Store Handmade Soap

By the time a bar leaves my studio, it has completed its cure and is ready to use. Even so, the way it's stored at home can make a noticeable difference in how long it lasts.

The simplest way to care for handmade soap is to let it dry completely between uses. A draining soap dish made of wood, ceramic, or another material that allows airflow underneath the bar helps water escape rather than collect around it.

Sisal soap saver bags are another practical option. They allow the bar to dry while providing gentle exfoliation during use. When your soap becomes just a small sliver, leave it inside the bag and add your next bar. With regular use, the remaining sliver gradually melds into the new bar, making it an easy way to enjoy every last bit of handmade soap.

Magnetic soap holders are one of my favorites. By suspending the bar in the air, they allow it to dry from every side while keeping countertops and shower space clean and uncluttered. They're especially useful near kitchen and bathroom sinks, though they work just as well in the shower.

If you've purchased several bars, store the extras in a cool, dry place such as a linen closet, cabinet, or drawer. Keep them away from direct sunlight and excess humidity. Handmade soap stores best in a cool, dry place with good air circulation. If you've purchased one of our glycerin soaps, it will arrive wrapped. Leave it in its original packaging until you're ready to use it.

Every bar I make at Vintage Alchemy is crafted in small batches using thoughtfully selected plant oils and butters. Allowing each bar to dry thoroughly between uses helps keep the bar firm so you can enjoy its silky, lotion-like lather from the first wash to the last.