We all have this problem: small pieces of soap that become too small to be used, but that we don’t dare to throw away. And yet, these leftover soaps have incredible potential!
Instead of wasting them, discover 5 brilliant ideas to give them a second life. You will be surprised to see how simple and effective these tips are!
- Make a new soap – zero waste!
Did you know that you can merge all your pieces of soap to create a brand new one?
How to do it?
Gather your leftover soap
Melt them in a bain-marie (or in the microwave with a little water)
Pour into a mold and let cool
And there you have it! A new soap 100% recycled without waste. You can even add a few drops of essential oils for an even more pleasant scent.
- Turn them into liquid soap
Do you prefer liquid soap? No problem! Your soap pieces can easily be recycled to make some. - Create a natural exfoliating scrub
Do you like skin care? Transform your leftover soap into a natural exfoliant!
How to do it?
Mix grated soap with sugar or coffee grounds
Add a little oil (coconut, olive, almond…)
Massage your skin with this mixture and rinse
Your skin will be soft, exfoliated and hydrated in a single step!
- Perfume your cabinets and drawers
Your leftover soap can also be used as a natural deodorizer for your clothes.
How to do it?
Put them in a small fabric bag (or a clean sock)
Place them in your drawers or closets
Not only will your clothes smell good, but it also keeps moths away naturally!
- A sponge soap for the dishes
What if you gave a new function to your leftover soap in the kitchen?
How to do it?
Slip the pieces of soap into a net or a used sponge
use it to wash your dishes
Result? Clean, shiny dishes and zero chemicals!
Don’t waste a crumb of soap!
With these 5 simple and eco-friendly tips, you can recycle your leftover soap instead of throwing it away.
Which tip will you try first? Share these ideas with your friends to adopt zero waste actions on a daily basis!