For as long as we can remember, there’s been debate over the relative merits of bar soap versus body wash. On the bar soap side, people tend to cite simplicity and low cost as driving factors behind their choice. As for the body wash crew, it’s that loofah-friendly leather that tends to get them weak at the knees. At the same time, both factions think that their selection is the more sanitary of the two, noting that, if not properly cared for, the other can be a breeding ground for all sorts of bathroom bacteria.

Now, at this point you’ve probably made up your mind as to where you stand, but in case you haven’t we’ve put together this handy flowchart to make your decision that much easier.

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