Oatmeal Unscented Handmade Small Batch Cold Process Soap

Ingredients (INCI):
Sodium Olivate, Sodium Cocoate, Sodium Shea Butterate, Sodium Cocoa Butterate, Sodium Castorate, Sodium Hempseedate, Kaolin, Mel (Honey), Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Flour (Colloidal Oatmeal)

Key Ingredients: Shea Butter

This thoughtfully formulated soap highlights premium natural oils including nourishing olive oil, cleansing coconut oil, conditioning castor oils, and sweet almond oil, as well as hard oils like cocoa butter, all carefully balanced with liquid oils and other soap making oils to create the perfect cleansing experience.

In the soap making process, distilled water, sodium hydroxide, and the resulting lye solution are essential components for saponification and soap quality. It is important to ensure all solid ingredients, such as beeswax or butters, are completely dissolved before proceeding to guarantee a uniform mixture and proper saponification.

The star ingredient, colloidal oatmeal, provides gentle exfoliation and skin-soothing properties, and can be used alongside ground oats, rolled oats, or gluten free oats for different textures and benefits in an oatmeal soap recipe. Colloidal oats, in particular, are finely ground to dissolve well in soap, creating a smooth, creamy texture and offering enhanced skin-soothing benefits compared to larger oat pieces or oat flour.

Pure ingredients like honey add natural moisturizing qualities, with honey added for its natural sugars, boosting lather and contributing to the unique qualities of honey soap; adding honey at the right stage helps preserve color and texture. Kaolin clay is an optional additive that enhances texture and visual appeal.

Each ingredient is chosen for its skin-loving benefits—olive oil for deep hydration, coconut oil for rich lather and cleansing power, and oatmeal for its renowned ability to calm and soften even the most sensitive skin types.

Using only ingredient essentials, this formula demonstrates the simplicity possible in soap recipes, though you can create your own recipes by experimenting with different soap ingredients and natural ingredients for custom results. Sodium lactate can be included for a harder bar, and extra oil (superfat) is left in the soap for added moisturizing benefits.

While this unscented formula does not use fragrance oil or essential oil, these are common in other soap recipes for added aroma and skin benefits.

Goat milk is another popular alternative ingredient for those seeking a creamy, soothing lather. This blend is inspired by classic soap recipes and oatmeal soap recipe traditions, emphasizing high-quality, natural ingredients for the best results.

This oatmeal soap bar delivers exceptional cosmetic benefits through its gentle yet effective formula that cleanses without stripping your skin’s natural moisture.

The finely milled oatmeal provides light exfoliation that leaves skin feeling smoother and more refined, while the blend of natural oils ensures your skin feels soft, nourished, and comfortable after each use.

The soap bar produces a creamy lather for a luxurious cleansing experience, and as it sets, you may notice a creamy yellow color—this is perfectly normal and indicates the soap is at the right stage. If you see minor changes in texture or appearance, that's perfectly fine and part of the handmade process.

Perfect for sensitive skin, this unscented formula helps maintain your skin’s natural balance, leaving you with a clean, refreshed feeling and a subtle, healthy glow that comes from truly gentle, natural care.

By making your own soap, you can enjoy the unique qualities and benefits of handmade soap bars tailored to your preferences.

Wet your skin with warm water, then gently lather the soap between your hands or apply directly to your body for a richer lather. Massage the creamy foam over your skin using gentle, circular motions to allow the oatmeal to provide its natural exfoliating benefits. Rinse thoroughly with warm water and pat dry. Use daily as part of your regular cleansing routine, morning or evening. The gentle formula makes it perfect for frequent use and suitable for the whole family, including those with sensitive skin.

Note: Always wear appropriate safety gear, such as gloves and goggles, when handling lye and other soap making ingredients to ensure your safety. This soap is made using a process soap method, where oils and lye are combined and carefully stick blended with a stick blender to reach medium trace. The stick blender ensures even mixing and proper emulsion, helping to suspend oatmeal pieces evenly and minimize air bubbles for a smooth, high-quality finish. After blending, the soap batter is poured into a soap mold; the choice of mold can affect the soap's appearance, color, and texture during curing.

Customers consistently choose this oatmeal soap because it represents the perfect marriage of traditional craftsmanship and modern skincare needs.

Made in small test batches using the cold process method, each bar is a true example of cold process soap, reflecting the artisanal soap making process. Creating a small test batch is a valuable step for perfecting recipes before full production, allowing us to adjust scent, texture, or color and refine our techniques without risking a significant amount of raw materials.

Our approach to making soap emphasizes careful soap making techniques, including maintaining low heat to protect sensitive ingredients and ensure quality. While some soap makers use the hot process or hot process method, we prefer cold process for its gentle, customizable results, though we are experienced in both methods.

Throughout the soap making process, we take special care to avoid issues like partial gel, gel phase, and soda ash, ensuring a consistent and beautiful product.

Drawing inspiration from soap queen experts in the field, we value the guidance and expertise that experienced soap makers bring to every batch.

People love knowing exactly what’s touching their skin—pure, simple ingredients without artificial fragrances or harsh chemicals.

The soap’s gentle effectiveness makes it a trusted choice for families seeking natural skincare solutions, while its artisanal quality brings a sense of luxury and mindful self-care to everyday routines.