Good hand hygiene is important to prevent the spread of COVID-19, as well as the common cold viruses during the autumn season. Unlike in the spring, we are now dealing with cold weather, which makes our hands even drier after all the hand washing. Therefore, it is especially important to choose a soap that not only cleans but also moisturizes. I recommend the 5 best organic hand soaps that are long-lasting, clean well, and moisturize.
Bar Organic Soaps
Distinguish between industrial and handmade organic bar soaps. Industrially produced soaps develop ugly cracks and dry out the skin because valuable moisturizers like glycerin are missing or removed during the soap-making process. Organic artisan soaps are made from vegetable oils and fats where all nutrients and glycerin remain in the soap.
The advantages of a bar organic soap are that they usually:
- are cheaper
- are concentrated
- have plastic-free packaging
- are water-free and do not require preservatives
Vermont Soap – Organic Handmade Soap Lemongrass, 85 g
Vermont’s bar soaps have a 200-year-old recipe and are all designed to be low-allergenic. The soap is so mild and pleasant on both hands and body. Also very long-lasting! Of all the scents, I prefer lemongrass as it has antibacterial and antifungal properties, among others. Maybe not for COVID’s sake (since it’s a virus), but it theoretically feels good to wash with in the kitchen or after using the toilet. It is not strongly scented, but I like the idea of lemongrass anyway.
Grön Lycka – La Provence Bar Soap, 110 g
If you love beautiful and incredibly fragrant soaps, you should treat yourself to a soap from Grön Lycka. A smart feature is that the soaps contain a bit of clay, which makes them firmer so they don’t get mushy easily. Choose Grön Lycka if you also want to wash your face with soap. They are all luxuriously nourishing and clean well at the same time. Available in three different scents to choose from. All smell divine, so it’s hard to pick a favorite. However, I am fond of lavender, so my choice is La Provence.
Dr. Bronner’s – Bar Soap Baby Mild, 140 g
Here you get a lot of soap for your money, so if you are a heavy user, Dr. Bronner’s might be for you. Dr. Bronner’s soaps are not only organic but also made with fairtrade ingredients. It is said that these soaps are magical as they can be used for so many things. Everything from washing dishes, cleaning, shaving, washing makeup brushes, hands, body, and hair, etc. This fragrance-free variant also works excellently for pets. The soaps are also incredibly long-lasting, effective at dissolving grease and dirt, lather nicely but still do not dry out the skin. Maybe it’s because they are enriched with extra moisturizing glycerin. Dr. Bronner’s also has liquid soaps if you prefer that.
To prevent the soaps from getting mushy, I recommend a soap dish where the water can drain away, so the soap can dry after use. Check out Vermont Soap’s soap dishes.
Liquid Organic Soaps
The advantages of a liquid organic soap are that:
- they are easy to use, even for children
- convenient to have in the shower
- more nourishing and less drying compared to conventional soap
I personally prefer foaming organic soaps that are also:
- easy to dose and hard to overdose
- non-sticky and fun to use
- long-lasting and last a long time
Vermont Soap – Foaming Soap Lemongrass, 355 ml
Vermont Soap’s wonderful organic soaps come in all different forms. Bar, liquid, foam, and shower gel. My favorite is the foaming variant, which feels luxurious as it contains no water but has aloe vera juice as a base. This is a super nice and mild soap. It dispenses a rich and thick foam that feels soft and gentle on the skin. The scent feels fresh and makes the soap very pleasant to have at the sink, in the shower, and kitchen. A big plus is that it is also very affordable.
Eco by Sonya – Lemongrass Cleansing Foam 375 ml
Eco by Sonya’s foaming soap is also water-free and has aloe vera juice as a base. If you are looking for a liquid soap that works for hands, body, and face, you should try this one. A large bottle that lasts a long time and cleans well and gently. Customers notice that their skin becomes clearer with less acne/blemishes both on the face and body. Not surprising since it is enriched with lemongrass and grapefruit, which give the soap antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. The foaming soap also removes makeup without drying out the skin. Those with dull and mature skin find that their face looks more refreshed. For those who use the Double Cleansing Method (i.e., first cleanse the face with an oil-based cleanser and then wash with a water-based cleanser), this foaming soap is nice as a “second cleanser.”
This is a soap designed for hands and body, but it has become very popular as a facial soap.
