Melting the soap base

The Goat’s Milk Soap Base from my farmers market is sold in packs of two one pound blocks. I used just one to make about 4 soaps and saved the rest for another recipe. The blocks I had were soft enough that I could cut them into smaller cubes with just a kitchen knife. Once I had the smaller chunks, I put them into a microwave safe measuring cup. Glass or plastic if fine and ideally a measuring jug that you can keep just for your soap making. Next, you need to melt it in 20-second intervals,...

Choosing the right oats

When the soap base is completely melted, stir in 1 cup of oats until mixed well. I’ve used normal rough breakfast porridge oats (steel cur or Scottish oats). It’s probably obvious, but please don’t use flavoured or instant porridge oats as these are completely wrong for soap making. Oats are amazing – they will make your skin soft as you use the soap and they are also a little bit abrasive, so your skin will feel renewed too.

Adding honey & colouring

Yes, Oatmeal, Milk, & Honey Soap is good for the skin, including normal, oily and sensitive skin. It can help to soothe and moisturize dry, itchy skin, and has been reported to be particularly effective for those with eczema and psoriasis. Oatmeal in the soap can help to reduce pore size, which can be helpful in combating wrinkles and other signs o...

It is possible for some people to experience skin irritation from homemade Oatmeal, Milk, & Honey Soap, especially if they have sensitive skin or are allergic to any of the ingredients. However, many people find that this soap is gentle and soothing for their skin. If you are concerned about a potential skin reaction, it is a good idea to do a patc...