Zero Waste Imperfectly
Welcome to Zero Waste Imperfectly, the podcast where we embrace the journey towards a greener lifestyle, one small step at a time. Hosted by Sheila, each short and unedited episode is designed to fit seamlessly into the busy lives of families looking to make a positive impact on the environment without the pressure of perfection.
In just a few minutes, we provide practical tips, simple swaps, and inspiring stories that make sustainable living accessible and achievable for everyone. Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your eco-friendly habits, Zero Waste Imperfectly offers easy-to-implement advice for reducing waste and living more sustainably.
Join us as we explore topics like reducing household waste, sustainable shopping, eco-friendly pet care, and much more. Perfect for families on the go, our episodes are packed with actionable insights that make it easy to incorporate zero waste practices into your daily routine.
Tune in, get inspired, and remember: every little bit helps, and it's okay to be perfectly imperfect on your zero waste journey.
Zero Waste Imperfectly
From Liquid to Bar Unveiling the Eco Benefits of Soap Switch
Ever wonder how a simple switch in your daily routine can lead to colossal environmental gains? Prepare to be amazed as I unveil the unexpected perks of transitioning from liquid to bar soaps in our latest podcast episode. Your journey to sustainability doesn't have to be a chore! Join me as I share firsthand tips on making eco-friendly choices that are not only practical but can also save you a pretty penny.
In this eco-conscious discussion, we explore the myriad of benefits and the versatility that bar soaps bring to the table. From personal hygiene to household cleaning, these little powerhouses pack a punch. We'll navigate through the lush landscape of natural ingredients and how these options cater to every need—from washing your tresses to your dishes. And for those concerned about the potential gooey mess of bar soaps, fear not! I'll introduce innovative soap savers that keep things tidy and extend the life of your favorite cleansing bars. Tune in to transform your sustainability practices and support local artisans with every sudsy lather.
Hello, lovely listeners, and welcome to Zero Waste Imperfectly. I'm your host, sheila, and I am the owner of Life Essentials Refillery, a sustainable grocery store in Tampa and in Wesley Chapel. So today I want to talk to you about switching away from liquid soaps, and the number one reason for switching away is the reduced packaging. If you go to a bar of soap, you have lots of options to choose from, but it is possible to find soap that comes package-free, and that's what we sell in our store. So you just get the bar of soap, nothing else is attached, and that's all you need to use. Second, it takes a whole lot less water to make a bar of soap instead of a liquid soap, and bar soap just lasts longer. So I know with my three kids you give them liquid soap and they're squirting it all over the place and all of a sudden the bottle is empty, like, oh my goodness, where did it all go? So another reason.
Speaker 1:Now, if you, depending on which bar of soap you choose, you can find bars of soaps that are made with natural ingredients. So we sell soap here that's made from coconut oil, lye and water, but then you can get all kinds of different oils and butters added, and you can also choose if you want fragrance or essential oils, and so it's entirely up to you how clean you want your product to be. But there are lots of options out there. It's versatile. Not only can you use your bar of soap for washing your body, you can use it for your hands and, depending on the type, we even have some for dishes, and, of course, you can get bar soap for your hair too.
Speaker 1:So bar soap is travel friendly, so you don't need to worry about bringing a squeeze bottle that needs to be in a Ziploc bag and it leaking all over your suitcase. It's just super easy and it supports local businesses. You will find, no matter where you are, a local soap maker, and if, for some reason, you cannot, it's really easy to make it home. So switching to bar soap, it just makes sense. It may take you a while to get used to it and you may say, oh, my goodness, it's gonna get all slimy in the shower, but there are so many cool contraptions now to help avoid that, and they're called soap savers, and they work really well, whether it's for your shampoo bar, your regular bar soap in the kitchen or in the bathroom, wherever, there are definitely options out there to make sure you don't get slimy soap, because that's really gross. But thanks for tuning in.