Bar soap vs. liquid soap: which is better for your skin?

Written by: Mantasha

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Choosing between bar soap and liquid soap can depend on your skin type and personal preferences. 

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Here's a comparison to help you decide:

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Moisturizing

Liquid soap usually contains added moisturizers like glycerin, making it gentler for dry or sensitive skin, while bar soap can be more drying.

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Hygiene

Liquid soap, dispensed from a pump, is more hygienic, as bar soap can accumulate germs if not stored properly.

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Eco-Friendliness

Bar soaps are more eco-friendly due to minimal packaging, often with no plastic waste compared to liquid soap's plastic bottles.

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Skin pH

Bar soaps tend to have a higher pH, which may strip natural oils, whereas liquid soaps are usually pH-balanced and gentler on the skin.

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