Putting a bar of soap in boiling water is a great way to help your home. It acts like a money-saving factory for your bathroom and kitchen. This “melt and stir” trick works well because it turns a hard block into a smooth liquid and stops the “wasteful” and “messy” feeling of small soap scraps. It is an easy and cheap way to fix a low soap supply and keep your hands clean for months. It makes your soap last ten times longer right away.
Instead of buying expensive store bottles of liquid soap, this simple melt helps your budget stay strong. Once you try it, you will be surprised at how much soap you can make!
Why Boiling Soap is Good for Your Budget
- More Soap: One bar can make an entire gallon of liquid, taking away the “empty bottle” worry.
- No Waste: It helps use up every tiny sliver of old soap and keeps your soap dish clean.
- Custom Scent: You can add your own oils to the mix to make your bathroom smell like a spa.
- Soft Hands: Adding a little glycerin or oil helps moisture stay in your skin and keeps your fingers soft.
How to Make Liquid Soap from a Bar
This is the best way to get the cleaning power to work fast in your home.
Ingredients:
- 1 bar of soap (your favorite scent)
- 10 cups of water
- 1 tablespoon of glycerin (optional)
- 1 cheese grater
Instructions:
- Grate: Rub the bar of soap against the grater until you have a pile of thin soap curls.
- Boil: Put the water in a large pot and bring it to a boil.
- Add: Turn the heat to low and stir the soap curls into the hot water.
- Whisk: Stir the mix slowly until all the soap has melted and the water is clear.
- Glycerin: Stir in the glycerin to help the soap feel smooth on your skin.
- Wait: Turn off the heat and let the pot sit for 12 hours or overnight.
- Stir: In the morning, the soap will be thick. Give it a good stir or use a blender to make it creamy.
- Bottle: Pour the liquid into your old soap dispensers using a funnel.
- Result: Your closet will be full of soap and your sink will look very organized.
Three Simple Tips
- Pure Soap: Use a moisturizing bar or a natural castile soap to get the best texture.
- Add Scent: Put 5 drops of lemon or lavender oil in the pot to make it smell very fresh.
- Thin it Out: If the soap gets too thick like jelly, add a little warm water and shake the bottle.
One Last Tip
You will know the Boiling Soap Secret is working when your “bottles are always full” and your “hands feel clean!” It is a great way to look after your home with a simple bar from the grocery store.
