1. Keep it cool: Before use, avoid the storing it in the bathroom closet, it get's much too hot & humid in there. Never store it in direct sunlight or near a heat source. There's about 5% of free-floating (unsaponified) plant oils in the soap and no preservatives. And just like food, these skin-loving oils can go "off" when stored in the wrong conditions.
Before use, store handmade soap in a pretty basket on your bedroom dresser. It's out of the steam, and it looks great! (plus, you'll get to sniff them everyday, while they wait for their turn)
2. Let it dry: Handmade soap contains lots of natural glycerin. Glycerin is great for your skin, but it also makes the soap more water soluble. It's a fancy way to say it will melt away quickly if left in a puddle of water. A soap dish with good drainage does the trick.
3. Share the love: Handmade soap makes a great gift, so share it with friends and family! It's unique, natural, and personal, and it's a great way to treat yourself or someone special to a little bit of luxury.
PRO TIP: Can't decide on which scent to try next? Cut the soap in half and try a new one, sooner.
