WebMelt in a glass bowl in 30 second increments, until melted to a milky consistency. Stir in honey. Melt a little more if needed. Add vitamin oil, essential oils or …
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So, if your recipe called for 8 oz. of water, use 4 oz. of water to make the lye solution, and set aside 4 oz. of evaporated goat's milk to use later. Prepare to mix your soap like you normally would, but when it comes time to add the lye solution to the oils, add the liquid goat's milk first. Stir it well.
We only use essential oils that contribute to the healing benefits of the soap — like lavender, tea tree, peppermint oil or anise. They add antibacterial, antiviral and skin healing virtues to the World’s best goat’s milk soap.
Protect the exposed part of the soap with plastic wrap and pop the mold into the refrigerator. Leave it there for 12-24 hours. Take the goat milk soap out of the refrigerator the next day but leave it inside the mold. Set it someplace on the counter and leave it there for three or four days to harden up a bit.
Goat milk also contains a small amount of lactic acid, which can help remove dead skin cells and reduce soap scum. Goat milk in combination with nourishing oils in a soap’s superfat is a great option for those with sensitive skin. When other soaps and washes can feel harsh, goat milk soap can make your skin feel happy and healthy.