Best Bar Soaps for Working Men

Pros Economical Fresh scent Doesn’t clog pores Retains skin’s natural oils Adds vitamins and nutrients to skin Stays near pH level of the skin Dermatologist Review Panel recommended Doesn’t dry out skin Cons Scent may be too strong for someFirst off, you no one has to know you’re using goat’s milk soap. Second off, you’re going to be glad that you do. Caprina’s Goat Milk Soap is one of the bestir soaps on the market. Not only is it recommended by dermatologists, it is heavy on moisturizing and sensitive on the skin.

This bar soap is made in Canada by Canus. As Americans, Canus isn’t a brand that stands out but they’ve been making soap bars for over 20 years. In fact, Canus produces a million bars of soap per month! They’re also the fifth largest soap manufacturer in Canada.

Canus uses fresh goat’s milk from local Canadian farmers, so you know it’s top quality. But what’s the point of using goat’s milk in soap anyways? For those “in the know” goat’s milk has many beneficial properties. First of all, it’s anti-inflammatory (it soothes soothes psoriasis, acne, eczema and rashes), and secondly, it’s super-moisturizing.

After extensive testing, the MARLOWE No. 102 Men's Body Scrub Soap has earned a permanent spot on our recommended list. The construction quality is evident from the first use — materials feel premium and the manufacturing tolerances are tight. This isn't a tool that will let you down on a critical job.

We found the MARLOWE No. 102 Men's Body Scrub Soap particularly impressive in demanding conditions. Whether it was extreme temperatures, dust, or heavy use, it performed consistently without issues. The warranty backing gives additional peace of mind for professional buyers.

Best for: Contractors and tradespeople who need a reliable daily-use tool that can handle whatever the jobsite throws at it.

Pros Removes strong smells Contains aloe Heals skin with calendula Doesn’t dry out skin Neutral smell Decent price Cons Dissolves more rapidly than other bar soaps Soap bars kind of small (4 ounces)Okay, it’s called “Swimmer’s Soap” but it could easily be called “Construction Worker’s Soap” or “Mechanic’s Soap.” Swimmer’s Soap was made to get rid of the heavy chlorine smell that and the slime that sticks to swimmers’ skin. This makes it perfect for construction workers because it helps get rid of the smell of diesel, gasoline and exhaust fumes that stick to the skin. This soap bar doesn’t just mask the smell of harsh chemicals like gas and diesel, it actually removes it.

It’s also great for sensitive skin, with the addition of aloe, shea butter and coconut oil. Aloe is known for its healing properties and is great for healing dry or damaged skin. Shea butter and coconut oil also help your skin to retain its moisture.

This bar soap also contains calendula flowers, which we mentioned above in the “factors to look for in the best bar soap” section. Calendula has long been known for how good it is for the skin. In fact, clinical studies have found that it increase “antimicrobial activity, antiviral activity and wound healing in skin tissue” (source).

Pros Good scrubbing power Contains pumice Doesn’t dry out skin Increases alertness Anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, and anti-oxidant additives Manly, smokey and woodsy scent Cons CostMarlowe’s No. 102 Bar Soap is an excellent choice for those looking for something with more scrubbing power than the previous soap bars. This bar soap has pumice added to remove even the most stubborn grease, grime and dirt.

Along with the pumice, this bar soap also comes with extracts of passionflower, green tea, algae and willow bark. Passionflower hydrates and moisturizes the skin, it’s also good for men with itchy, dry or irritated skin. Green tea is an anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory and also has antimicrobial properties, so it pairs well with any soap.

Willow bark is good for irritated skin and also have anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory properties. Algae also is great for soothing sensitive skin. These additives are good as a pairing with pumice because pumice can slightly irritate the skin.