Homemade Soap

Today, a friend came over and we made soap together. We made two batches with different oil combinations with a base of lye and goat milk. I have been making my own soap for a couple of years now. I have a lot of allergies and it was getting to the point that I was not able to find any store bought soap that did not break me out. That is when my friend down in Richmond introduced me to making my own soap and I have done it ever since. My husband was skeptical at first but likes it now. We have all found that our skin does not dry out as much. I do not put any additives or fragrances in my soap for everyday use because of the allergies. Lately, though, my friend and I have been experimenting with some different things to make bars to give away as gifts.

If you are interested in making soap I would suggest you use a good recipe with specific directions. Lye can be very caustic so you need to follow some safety precautions. Lye burns are no fun. If you know someone who makes soap already, ask them if you can help one time. Once you learn the process it is not that hard. I can make a six month supply in about an 1 hour time period.