Wait Solid Dish Soap? Yep, It’s a Thing.
Okay, so when I first saw zero-waste dish soap, I thought… is this just some fancy soap pretending to be useful in the kitchen? I mean, we’re all used to the squeeze bottles, the foamy liquid, the over-the-sink routine. But the promise of “no plastic, no waste” made me both happy and curious. I was so curious, so I immediately went to the store and bought one—it came in a cute little cardboard box with a citrus scent—and decided to give this cute little boxed soap a try.
First Impressions: Texture, Smell, and The Weirdness Factor
The bar felt kind of like a mix between a bar of soap and a rock. Not gonna lie, it was a little awkward at first. You rub your sponge or brush directly onto it, and that’s how you lather. There’s a tiny learning curve. But the scent? Way better than expected. Light, natural, not at all fake or overpowering.
Oh and no plastic bottle sitting on my sink? That actually looked… nice. Cleaner. Simpler.
But Does It Clean?
Honestly? I was impressed. The one I tried cut through greasy plates like a champ. Not instantly like, I had to work it a bit more than usual but it absolutely did the job. It tackled dried sauce, oily pans, and even that annoying stuck-on rice crust. I did notice that if the bar sat in water, it got mushy fast so I started using a little soap dish with drainage. Problem solved.
Liquid vs. Solid: The Real Differences
Here’s where it gets interesting. With liquid dish soap, I’m guilty of squeezing way too much. It’s easy to overuse. With the solid bar, I used exactly what I needed. That felt good. Plus, the bar lasted longer than I thought it would. I’m not saying I’ll never go back to liquid—but it made me question how much waste I was creating with my old routine.
Zero-Waste: Just a Buzzword?
No. Not in this case. Most of these bars are made with biodegradable materials, come in compostable packaging, and ship with minimal supplies. If you’re trying to cut down on single-use plastic or just want your sink to look a little less messy, this is a win-win.You might be wondering, “So, is a zero-waste dish soap bar better than a liquid?” The answer to that question is simple: It depends on your habits. But in my experience? This isn’t just an ad. Try one out, and you might be surprised at how much you don’t miss the bottle.
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