|I recently became interested in using more natural products at home and decided to try my hand at making homemade soap and to share it on my blog!
To be honest, I wasn't sure where to even begin to learn how to make my own soap, so I turned to Pinterest and found inspiration everywhere. I quickly discovered that there are many different methods of making soap, and one of the easiest is to use a suspension mix. So I sourced the tools and ingredients (online through Amazon and in-store at Michael's) and got to work on my soap.
After sharing my proud accomplishment and the finished product on social media, I received a few requests for the recipe, so I decided to share it through my weekly blog series so that I could help others learn how easy it is to make your own natural products at home. I hope you find this tutorial useful and, as always, if you have any questions, comments, or tips - please leave them in the comment section below. Enjoy!
Note: This article does not share professional health advice. This article contains affiliate links to products that I have used and recommend for you to make your own homemade soap.
Homemade Lavender Oatmeal Goats Milk Soap
Below are the tools and ingredients I recommend for creating this gorgeous smelling soap - you can click on each to find it on Amazon and you might find it in your local craft store, too.
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Method
Step 1: Cut up the Goats Milk Soap Base into cubes and place in microwavable bowl. I recommend dedicating a bowl and spatula to soap-making rather than using ones from the kitchen. As per instructions on the Goats Milk Soap Base, microwave on high temperature for 40 seconds, and then 10 second intervals, stirring after each interval, until completely melted. Make sure there are no lumps!
Step 2: Add desired amount of lavender buds and oatmeal (pulse oats in blender for a few seconds) - I recommend a handful of each. Also add desired amount of lavender essential oil. Keep in mind that essential oils are highly concentrated so if you're sensitive to smell add around 15 drops - if you would like it to be nicely scented but not overpowering add around 20 drops. Thoroughly mix the soap mixture together. Step 3: Pour the mixture into the silicone soap mold (careful, it's hot!). Make sure the mold is on a level surface. Leave to set for a minimum of 20 minutes before removing from the mold (I let it set overnight to be completely safe). Pro tip: Spritz the top of the soap mixture with a bit of rubbing alcohol to get rid of bubbles! Step 4: Turn silicone mold upside down and remove from wooden box. Gently pull sides of the mold from the soap to loosen until the soap is free. Place soap block on flat surface such as a cutting board or baking tray and use the soap crinkle cutter or knife to cut soap into desired size. Step 5: (Optional) wrap soap in corrugated cardboard and ribbon if giving for a gift. 
And now you get to enjoy your lovely lavender scented homemade soap! You'll notice that the oatmeal adds a gentle exfoliation and the lavender buds helps to infuse the soap with the lavender scent.
I used Lavender Essential Oil in this particular soap but there are so many other scent varieties you could try (for citrus, try Lemon and Wild Orange, or for a more masculine scent, try Cedarwood or Eucalyptus). If you try out this recipe, let me know how the finished product turns out for you or if you have a homemade soap recipe for me to try out, please also share in the comment section. I will definitely be making more soap in the future! Looking for even more DIY recipes or essential oil articles? Use the search below!
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73 Comments
Irene Thornber
7/9/2017 04:27:26 am
It looks lovely... 😁 i might give it a try.... do you have a recipe for liquid hand soap? 7/9/2017 10:41:10 am
Good question, Irene! doTERRA has a list of other recipes to try out here:
Asia
6/14/2019 12:19:25 pm
How long does the soap last both used and unused ? What is the shelf life ? 7/9/2017 10:42:45 am
Hi Cynthia, it was surprisingly so simple to make! The only difficult part was having patience while the soap melted in the microwave. You don't want to warm it up too quickly otherwise it could ruin it. Let me know how yours turns out if you try making it! 7/10/2017 10:49:18 am
Hi Manveen! I'm sorry to hear that your daughter suffers from eczema.. this can be very uncomfortable! I would always recommend seeing a doctor or dermatologist about this first. Lavender essential oil can be quite soothing for skin irritations, and there are other essential oils that can help, as well. 7/10/2017 12:35:23 pm
Hi Leigh! I was hesitant about adding the oatmeal at first (and truth be told I added too much to my batch so I parred it down for the recipe - less is more!) but it adds a really nice gentle exfoliation to the soap and the lavender smell from the essential oils is super relaxing. I hope you have fun making your own, let me know if you have any questions! 7/12/2017 04:04:59 pm
Yes! Definitely. :) I have given some to my friends and family but I also kept a few from this batch for myself for my own spa days! 7/12/2017 04:06:23 pm
Hi Allie! I definitely want to try making some with lye one day, but this was a great introduction to soap making. Super quick, easy, and virtually mess-free! :) 7/12/2017 04:08:53 pm
Oh wow, thank you for the wonderful compliment, Kelly! I honestly just try to share things that interest me so I'm glad that it's been useful for you to follow along with my blog. Let me know if you try out this recipe! :)
Wow it sounds really simple, but I had a friend that makes soap and with the humidity in Florida she sometimes has problems. So that's why i'd be scared to do it myself. 7/12/2017 04:11:05 pm
Ah yes, I just visited Florida - the humidity is incredible! I love visiting farmers markets and buying soap, as well. It's been fun to make my own, I have so many other scent combinations I want to try out! :) Thanks for your comment, Kimberly. 7/12/2017 06:35:05 pm
I agree! Homemade stuff really is the best. :) Thanks for your comment, Jacinta! 7/12/2017 05:01:28 pm
Looks easy to make but I hope it would be a success when I try it! 7/12/2017 06:36:14 pm
I would have never guessed how easy it was to make soap with a suspension mix. Let me know how the recipe goes for you! 7/12/2017 06:51:35 pm
Thank you, Cheryl! It smells wonderful, as well. :) Let me know how the recipe turns out for you! 7/12/2017 05:13:16 pm
Thank you so much for this recipe! It's so easy to make. I will definitely give it a try! 7/12/2017 06:52:48 pm
Hi Shelly! I couldn't believe how easy it was to make. Let me know how the recipe turns out for you. :) 7/13/2017 10:26:24 am
Hi Chevelle! I have never visited a lavender field before but I would love to one day. I have given a few of these soaps as gifts and people love them! :) Thanks for your comment. 7/12/2017 08:54:30 pm
This soap sounds lovely! I haven't made soap since I was a kid, but I may have to give it a try again so I can use this recipe :) Great post! 7/13/2017 10:27:31 am
Honestly, this soap recipe is so easy to make! The only lengthy process was waiting for the ingredients to arrive but you could also source them locally to speed things up. Thanks for your comment!
Amber B
7/12/2017 09:11:10 pm
This looks amazing! I live near a lavender farm and I must stop and get some so I can try this out. 7/13/2017 10:28:27 am
Hi Amber, I hope you enjoy making this soap. :) If you need help sourcing the lavender essential oil, let me know! 7/13/2017 02:35:44 am
Oh, I need to try this! And as I am living in Provence, I can find very good lavender oil! Thanks for sharing! 7/13/2017 10:30:39 am
Hi Nella, you are so lucky to live in Provence! I have visited and it's beautiful there. I believe that doTERRA sources a lot of the lavender for their essential oil from France and you can also order it from Europe. If you're interested in checking it out, here is my Wellness Advocate portal: https://www.mydoterra.com/heatherleguilloux 7/13/2017 10:31:27 am
I love your enthusiasm! I hope it turns out well for you. :) Have fun! 7/13/2017 10:34:15 am
I am the same, Christine - my mother is the crafty one in the family so I'm trying to follow in her footsteps but she is just so talented, it's hard to compare. This soap recipe is virtually foolproof, though. I hope it goes well for you! 7/13/2017 08:30:23 am
Wow your steps are pretty simple, I actually order my handmade soaps from AriRose Bodycare, her products are amazing. She has a soap called sugar and spice and it has oatmeal as well, it is amazing. 7/13/2017 10:37:28 am
Sugar and spice sounds like a nice combination. I'm going to make one that suits my boyfriend next, maybe Cedarwood or Eucalyptus. Thanks for your comment! 7/14/2017 10:31:18 pm
So glad to hear this recipe is helpful for you. I hope your soaps turn out great! :) 7/15/2017 05:15:58 pm
Hi Pam! Excited to hear that you would like to try out this recipe. I hope you have a lot of fun with it!
Anchal
7/15/2017 11:14:56 am
That is an amazing soap. Thanks for sharing 7/15/2017 05:16:43 pm
You're very welcome, Anchal! If you have any questions, please let me know. 7/15/2017 11:48:17 am
I absolutely love Lavender and will definitely be trying out this recipe. 7/15/2017 05:17:31 pm
I'm so happy I could inspire others to try making this soap for themselves - it really is wonderful with the lavender scent. Thanks for your comment, Kiran!
Yeu Doi
7/15/2017 11:59:20 am
Lavender and goats milk are a winning combination for great and relaxing skin. I have never made soap before, but it seems like a good way of looking after ourselves. 7/15/2017 05:18:38 pm
This was my first time making my own handmade soap, as well. It was so easy to make and a wonderful product to share with others that I ordered more soap base! Thanks for your comment! 7/15/2017 05:19:39 pm
There are so many other homemade do-it-yourself products I have on my list to try out. It's nice to know the ingredients that are in the items you use. I hope you enjoy the recipe, thanks for your comment, Cassie! 9/21/2017 04:21:28 pm
I hope you were able to give this recipe a try, Arlene. Thanks for your comment! 7/21/2017 04:26:26 pm
Beautiful soaps! Your packaging is pretty and they would make a lovely gift. Does the goat's milk make the soap creamy and moisturizing? I like that it is an exfoliating soap. 9/21/2017 04:22:15 pm
Yes, the goats milk soap actually lathers quite nicely and the exfoliation is really gentle. Thanks for your comment and kind words! 9/21/2017 04:23:35 pm
Hi Kim! Cedarwood is a great option for "man" soap.. I would also suggest citrus like Wild Orange as a nice option for guys, too. My partner actually likes the more floral scents as well, so it might be interesting to combine something like Cedarwood and Lavender but I haven't tried this myself yet!
Jess
7/26/2018 05:05:56 pm
This is a cool idea! 7/8/2019 07:51:54 pm
Let me know if you try out the recipe, I hope you like it!
Jojo
11/10/2018 12:39:44 am
Hi was wondering how long can this be kept and how, to store it? 7/8/2019 07:53:03 pm
Hey, good question! You want to store it in a cool place (heat can melt it again) and you should be able to keep it for quite awhile. The scent may reduce the longer you keep it, though.
Lyndsey
7/8/2019 07:35:40 pm
Hello, 7/8/2019 07:54:50 pm
Hey! Good question. Did you use a suspension soap? This helps to make sure anything you add stays spread out as it cools rather than settling to the top or bottom. Also, if you leave the oats whole this can be quite heavy so I suggest blending them a bit so they're not as heavy. Hope that helps!
Deb
12/30/2019 07:04:35 am
Hi I made lavander soap and the lavander settled on the top of the soap could you tell me why you think this happened. Thank you 12/30/2019 01:47:42 pm
Hi Deb! Good question. Did you use a suspension soap? This helps to make sure anything you add stays spread out as it cools rather than settling to the top or bottom.
Laura
7/3/2021 09:37:21 pm
What is suspension soap please? 3/4/2020 09:36:38 pm
I saved this one! I have been wanting make homemade soap for ages but I would use sheeps milk instead. Thank you for the recipe! 3/9/2020 12:38:29 pm
That's a great idea to use sheeps milk! Let me know how this soap turned out for you, Lindsay. :)
kandi
9/10/2021 03:45:50 am
Hi, i might try my hand at this at some point, but i was wondering how strong the scent is when finished. My mother likes scents but can't do the really strong smelling ones and i was wanting to make it as a gift type thing for her. 9/13/2021 11:44:54 am
Hi Kandi, the strength of the scent will depend on how many essential oil drops you use - if you are worried about it being too strong you can always add less. In my experience it was not too strong of a scent with the recommended drops in this recipe, but everyone's nose is different. :) I hope your mother enjoys the soap!
Atia
11/28/2021 01:41:06 pm
I am so excited to try this soap recipe. It looks amazing. Did you use steel oats or quick oats for the addition of oats. I realized I only have quick but can run to the store for original oats if needed!! Your comment will be posted after it is approved.
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