I first came across a goat milk soap recipe with honey and oatmeal in a Craft and DIY magazine. After trying it a couple of times, I made some tweaks, and the result was incredible—a bar of soap that offers amazing relaxation and leaves the skin feeling soft and nourished.

You will love this super easy soap recipe! It’s also a great handmade gift for someone special. What makes this recipe easy is the technique—it uses a melt-and-pour soap base. You can use various ingredients to make it special, but here I used an organic milk soap base mixed with honey, ground oatmeal, and some essential oils, which resulted in a creamy and rich final soap.

The Method

This procedure does not use the cold process of making soap, where a lye solution is required. The method is straightforward: just melt the soap base and pour it into your mold! This makes soap making easy enough for beginners.

If you are interested in modifying the soap recipe, you can consider the cold process method because it gives you complete control over the ingredients that go into your final product.

When it comes to mix-ins, there is not really a lot that you can do to go wrong! You can add in shea butter, cocoa butter, oils, fragrances, and or any dried ingredients that you prefer. There are a few simple rules to follow when it comes to adding in mix-ins to your soap:

There are a few simple steps to follow when it comes to adding mix-ins to your soap. You can incorporate Vitamin E oil, shea butter or cocoa butter, fragrances, and any other ingredients you prefer.

This soap can save you a lot of money. For instance, a high-quality soap weighing 8 oz (0.5 lb) from a famous brand like Dove or another well-known brand can cost anywhere from $8.00 to $15.00 USD. However, making this recipe yourself with a soap base can cost as little as $3.15 per 0.5 lb bar. This way, you can save money while enjoying your own natural handmade soap.

Oatmeal & Honey Goat’s Milk Soap

Helen Jones

To make this soap, simply melt the goat milk soap base, then mix in honey, oatmeal, and lavender essential oil. Pour the mixture into molds, let it harden, and enjoy your handmade soap. Let's make it.

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Prep Time 30

Resting Time 1

Equipment

Soap mold (silicone molds work best for easy removal)
Double boiler or microwave-safe bowl
Mixing spoon or spatula
Measuring spoons
Spray bottle with rubbing alcohol (optional, to remove bubbles)

Ingredients

1 lb Goat Milk Soap Base (you can find this at craft stores or online)
2 tbsp Honey (preferably raw and organic)
2 tbsp Oatmeal and 1 Tsp for topping (you can grind oats in a food processor or coffee grinder)
10-15 drops Organic Lavender / sweet almond Essential Oil (adjust based on your preference)

Instructions

Cut the goat milk soap base into small cubes and place them on the stovetop of the double boiler over low heat. until fully melted.
If you are using a microwave, place the soap base cubes in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval until completely melted.
In a food processor, grind oatmeal into a fine powder. Save about 1 tbsp for each bar pressing into the top of the soap.
When the soap cools down to 110°F, mix in the honey and oats, and add a few drops of organic essential oil to infuse the mixture with a natural fragrance.
Pour the soap mixture slowly into your molds if not availables you can also use your kitchen item baking dish.
Once the soap solution has slightly cooled down, press the oatmeal onto the top of the soap. Be careful not to let the soap harden too much before doing this.
Allow the soap to harden completely in the molds, which usually takes about 8-12 hours.
The soap is now ready. Pop it out of the molds or the pan you used. If you have difficulty removing it, place it in the freezer for 15 minutes, then gently tap it on the countertop. Afterward, slice it as desired.
However, for the best results, it’s recommended to let the soap rest for 24 hours before using it. This allows the ingredients to fully set, and ensures the soap is firm and stable.

Notes

When you mix in the honey and oatmeal, confirm that the soap base isn’t too hot. Because the high temperatures can cause the honey to darken and the oatmeal to sink to the bottom.
To achieve a smooth finish on your soap, spritz the surface lightly with rubbing alcohol right after pouring the soap into the molds. This will eliminate any air bubbles that might have formed.
If you don’t plan to use the soap immediately, it is better to wrap it in wax paper or plastic wrap to prevent it from sweating or drying out.
Over time, you might want to experiment with adding different oils, like sweet almond or jojoba, for extra moisturizing benefits. You can also play with the oatmeal texture, using coarser or finer grains depending on the exfoliation level you prefer.

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