This no doubt has deep metaphoric power for critics of modern capitalism, but I kind of dig the idea of caffeinated soap:
LONDON – Inventors have created a soap infused with caffeine which helps users wake up in the morning.
The soap, called Shower Shock, supplies the caffeine equivalent of two cups of coffee per wash, with the stimulant absorbed naturally through the skin, manufacturers say.
“Tired of waking up and having to wait for your morning java to brew? Are you one of those groggy early morning types that just needs the extra kick?” ask the makers, thinkgeek.com.
How far off can nicotine fortified toothpaste be?