Let's quash the bar soap hygiene myth!

Bar soap is back — and it's better than ever! Real soap doesn’t need plastic bottles, foaming agents, or marketing myths.
Bar soap didn’t stop working. It's just that liquid wash was marketed as "modern" and more hygienic — but it came water, preservatives, detergents, and plastic. And this humble hero is not just for the body. Read on for why this is one of the most satisfying eco upgrades you can make!
What is real soap, anyway?
Real soap is made the traditional way through a process called saponification, where plant oils, water and lye slowly transform into soap. Simple chemistry that’s been used for generations. Most modern hand & body wash, dishwashing liquid and shampoo, aren't soaps. They're synthetic detergents made with an industrial process that uses petroleum or a plant oil, and petrochemical inputs.
Detergent vs Soap: which works better?
From a hygiene perspective, there is no difference. Both rely on the same cleaning mechanism: soap molecules + water + friction. Neither kills germs in the way disinfectant does. Instead, they physically remove them. Bar soap is hygienic. It rinses clean, doesn’t harbour bacteria, and doesn’t transfer germs back onto your skin — even when shared. Because the surface is renewed with each use and the bar dries between washes, bacteria don’t thrive. No preservatives or antibacterial additives needed.
One Bar, Many Uses
At Biome, we stock bar soap designed for all kinds of everyday uses. Endless possibilities, and zero plastic along the way.
Body Soap
Dishwash Soap
Hair Soap
Shave Soap
Face Soap
Laundry Soap
Cleaning Soap
Pet Soap
Letting your soap dry properly helps it stay fresh, work better, and last longer.
Magnetic Air Dry Soap Saver
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Soap Saver Bag
Wire Soap Caddy
Huon Pine Soap Rack
Ready to ditch the bottle? We choose small makers, palm oil free, and gentle on skin with no synthetic ingredients.
Est Olive Oil Soap Balls
Dindi Naturals Soap Bars
Biome True Castile Soap
Australian Natural Soap Company
Join The Bar Soap Revolution
You won't be surprised by now that we truly love real soap. And so you'll find a bounty of articles on our blog to inspire. → Are Soap Bars Hygienic? → Guide to Biome's Palm Oil Free Soap → 18 Ways To Use Pure Castile Soap → Dishwashing Soap: How It Works → Best Fragrance Free Soaps for Sensitive Skin → How To Use Shaving Soap

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