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5 Essential Ingredients That Make a Luxurious Handmade Soap

Audra White

Updated: Feb 9



ingredients used in lickskillet goat milk soap
Soap ingredients used by Lickskillet Soap Co.

The Secret to a Truly Luxurious Handmade Soap

When it comes to handmade soap, high-quality natural ingredients make all the difference. At Lickskillet Soap Co., we carefully select nourishing components to craft bars that are as indulgent as they are effective. Unlike mass-produced soaps that rely on synthetic fillers, our cold-process, small-batch method ensures that each ingredient retains its natural properties.


So, what are the five essential ingredients that elevate handmade soap into a luxurious skincare experience? Let’s explore.


1. Goat Milk: The Ultimate Skin Indulgence

Why It’s Essential:
  • Goat milk is naturally rich in vitamins A, B, C, D, and E, plus fatty acids and minerals.

  • Creates a creamy, gentle lather that feels velvety on the skin.

  • Adds natural hydration, making the soap feel luxurious and smooth.


How We Use It:

At Lickskillet Soap Co., we replace water with fresh goat milk sourced from Swisher Hill Farm in Dewitt, Illinois to enhance our soap’s moisturizing properties.



2. Shea Butter: A Touch of Creamy Luxury

Why It’s Essential:
  • Packed with vitamins and fatty acids, shea butter deeply conditions the skin.

  • Adds a rich, creamy texture to soap, making each bar more hydrating.

  • Helps create a firm, long-lasting soap that doesn’t dissolve quickly.


How We Use It:

We use unrefined shea butter in our soap-making process to ensure the best moisturizing benefits and a luxurious skin feel.

💡 Pro Tip: Shea butter helps create a bar that lasts longer in the shower!


3. Coconut Oil: The Key to a Luxurious Lather

Why It’s Essential:
  • Enhances soap with a rich, foamy lather that feels indulgent.

  • Contributes to a firmer, longer-lasting bar.

  • Naturally cleanses while maintaining skin hydration.


How We Use It:

We balance coconut oil with other ingredients to ensure a creamy, non-drying lather.

💡 Why It Stands Out: Many commercial soaps use detergents to create bubbles, but our coconut oil-based lather is all-natural!


4. Olive Oil: Nature’s Skin Softener

Why It’s Essential:
  • A gentle cleanser that doesn’t strip skin’s natural moisture.

  • Adds a silky, conditioning quality to handmade soap.

  • Helps produce a long-lasting, mild bar perfect for all skin types.


How We Use It:

We use high-quality olive oil as a key ingredient in our formulas to create luxurious, nourishing soaps.

💡 Fun Fact: Olive oil-based soaps are known for their longevity and smooth application!


5. Kaolin Clay: A Natural Touch of Purity

Why It’s Essential:
  • A gentle, mineral-rich ingredient that naturally cleanses and purifies.

  • Adds a silky texture to soap, enhancing the overall feel.

  • Helps anchor fragrances, ensuring long-lasting scents.


How We Use It:

We infuse kaolin clay into our bars to create a spa-like cleansing experience that suits all skin types.

💡 Bonus: Kaolin clay also makes the soap glide effortlessly, creating a luxurious sensory experience!


The Lickskillet Difference: Handmade Goat Milk Soap with Care

Every bar of Lickskillet Soap Co. is made with intention. From the locally sourced goat milk to the cold-process technique that preserves natural properties, we take pride in creating luxurious, high-quality soaps.


✔️ Transparency – Know exactly what’s in your soap.

✔️ Sustainability – Small-batch, eco-friendly production.

✔️ A Sensory Experience – Unique scents, rich textures, and artisan designs.


Experience the Luxury of Handmade Goat Milk Soap

Ready to elevate your skincare routine with handmade, small-batch soap? Browse our collection and experience the difference premium natural ingredients can make.


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