Don’t Drop the Soap!

Linda Tacey
Oct 17, 2025
4 min read

Don’t Drop the Soap! Why Bar Soap Still Beats Body Wash

It’s time to settle the bubbly debate once and for all — bar soap versus liquid body wash. While body washes line supermarket shelves promising hydration, glow, and luxury, the humble bar of soap has quietly held its ground through the centuries. And guess what? It’s making a glorious, sustainable comeback — especially when it’s Wild Essence Natural Soap from Lime Splice, handcrafted in small batches with quality, natural ingredients.

Let’s dive in (carefully, of course — no slipping in the shower) and explore why bar soap is not only better for your skin but also for your wallet, your planet, and your bathroom aesthetic.

1. Pure Ingredients, Pure Results

One of the biggest differences between bar soap and body wash is what’s inside. Many commercial body washes contain synthetic detergents, foaming agents, and preservatives to keep them shelf-stable and sudsy. Unfortunately, these ingredients can strip the skin’s natural oils, leaving it dry, itchy, or irritated.

Wild Essence natural soaps from Lime Splice, on the other hand, are made from gentle, plant-based oils like olive, coconut, and castor oil, often enriched with vitamin E, rosehip oil, and essential oils. Each ingredient is carefully chosen for its skin benefits, not just for its scent or lather. The result? A creamy, nourishing wash that leaves your skin soft, hydrated, and naturally balanced.

2. Better for the Environment

Here’s a clean fact: bar soaps have a much smaller carbon footprint than bottled body wash.Think about it — liquid soaps require more water to produce, come in single-use plastic bottles, and often rely on petroleum-based surfactants. By contrast, bar soaps like Wild Essence are concentrated, long-lasting, and come with minimal, eco-friendly packaging.

When you choose a handcrafted bar from Lime Splice, you’re helping reduce plastic waste, supporting sustainable small-batch production, and saying “no thanks” to mass-produced chemical blends. It’s a small choice with a big ripple effect — good for your skin and for the planet.

3. Long-Lasting and Cost-Effective

Liquid body wash can be sneaky. Between over-pumping, watered-down formulas, and all that leftover product you can never quite get out of the bottle, it’s not exactly budget-friendly.

A solid bar of Wild Essence Soap lasts far longer than an average bottle of body wash. Because it’s concentrated, you’re not paying for filler water or synthetic thickeners — just pure, hard-working soap. Plus, it’s easy to store, travel with, and even cut in half if you like to switch between scents.

So, you’re saving money, reducing waste, and enjoying your favorite scents longer. That’s what we call soap-savvy.

4. A Sensory Experience — Naturally

Let’s be honest: using a handcrafted bar soap feels special. There’s something ritualistic and soothing about lathering up with a smooth bar that fits perfectly in your hands, filling your shower with a natural fragrance — not the overpowering chemical perfumes of many commercial washes.

Wild Essence soaps are blended with pure essential oils — think rose geranium, ylang ylang, lavender, citrus, or patchouli — creating an aromatic experience that’s both luxurious and calming. No synthetic fragrances, just the real thing. It’s skincare that engages the senses as much as it nurtures your skin.

5. Gentle on Skin — Naturally Moisturising

Here’s a secret the big brands don’t want you to know: traditional, cold-processed soaps actually retain glycerin, a natural humectant that draws moisture into your skin. Many commercial body washes and even some soaps remove glycerin to use in other cosmetic products.

At Lime Splice, every bar of Wild Essence soap keeps this natural glycerin intact, ensuring a gentle, hydrating cleanse. Whether your skin is dry, mature, or sensitive, you’ll notice the difference after just a few showers. Instead of tight, squeaky-clean skin, you’ll feel soft, supple, and pampered.

6. Less Waste, More Space

No bulky plastic bottles cluttering your shower shelf. No pump malfunctions. No leftover goo pooling at the bottom. A simple bar soap keeps your bathroom neat, clean, and stylish — especially when it’s a naturally coloured, artisan-crafted bar from Lime Splice Wild Essence.

And when you’ve used it up? There’s nothing to throw away. Just a tiny sliver left to remind you it’s time for a new scent adventure — perhaps coffee latte, rose water, or patchouli and ylang ylang.

7. The Feel-Good Factor

There’s also a beautiful human touch to handmade soap. Each Wild Essence bar is crafted in small batches right here in Australia with care, creativity, and integrity — no palm oil, no synthetic additives, and no harsh detergents. Just honest, natural soap made by people who love what they do.

When you support Lime Splice, you’re not just buying soap. You’re supporting sustainable business, quality craftsmanship, and a movement toward conscious beauty.

So, Should You Ditch the Body Wash?

Absolutely — and your skin (and conscience) will thank you.Bar soap isn’t old-fashioned; it’s timeless. It’s the original cleanser that has stood the test of time — gentle, natural, and wonderfully simple.

So next time someone says, “Don’t drop the soap,” smile and say, “Don’t worry — I’ll just pick it up again.”Because when it’s Lime Splice Wild Essence Soap, it’s worth holding onto.