Handmade soap is often costly and worthy of taking a little effort to help make your investment last a little longer. Keep your soap dry with a self-draining soap holder where the air can circulate around the bar Apply the soap bar to a washcloth or loofa and use that to lather yourself. Before use, store your soap in a cool, dry, preferably dark area. Avoid direct light, excessive heat, and humidity. Store scented soap in a container, such as a carboard soap box. Use your