Lavender And White Clay Homemade Soap

Making a homemade soap is beneficial for the health of the skin, since the different properties of its ingredients can make it look healthy and hydrated.

In addition to being easy to prepare and not requiring much time, once ready it can be used as a toilet soap only for the hands, or for the body in general.

To obtain a versatile soap with a pleasant aroma, you can use two ingredients that are easy to find: lavender and white clay. Take note and go ahead and try it!

A homemade soap for the whole body

The advantage of making homemade soap is that it does not use any chemical ingredient that could be harmful to health. On the contrary, only natural products are used that can provide benefits to make the skin look healthier.

However, keep in mind that the natural ingredients that are chosen must complement each other well in order to obtain a true benefit. In other words, you have to choose products that are suitable for each skin type.

In this particular case, by combining lavender and white clay, it is possible to obtain a complete product for all skin types. Let’s see what its properties are next.

Lavender, in essential oil

Lavender is a plant with a characteristic smell, known for its medicinal properties and its possible relaxing effect. According to a study by the Brazilian Academy of Sciences , this oil has compounds with analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties.

This is very important, as it indicates that it can help alleviate ailments and problems associated with inflammation. In the case of the skin, it can be useful for dermatological problems such as eczema and acne.

White clay

In ancient times, white clay was used for therapeutic purposes due to its medicinal properties. However, today it is a very popular ingredient in beauty routines that include natural cosmetics.

White clay is a very fine variety of clay, suitable for all skin types. The others can be very strong for people with dry or sensitive skin.

In popular culture, this clay is used as a natural exfoliator for the skin, as it is believed that, in addition to having antiseptic effects, it serves to clean pores and remove impurities.

On the other hand, several studies suggest that this mineral adheres to the skin and forms a protective film. In addition, it seems to be that it helps regulate oil and eliminate particles adhering to the skin’s surface.

How to make lavender clay soap?

Ingredients

• 30 drops of lavender essential oil.
• 1 tablet of solid vegetable glycerin (100 g).
• 2 tablespoons of powdered white clay (20 g).
• 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil (olive, coconut, almond, sesame, sunflower, etc.) (30 g).

Preparation

• First, you need to cut the glycerin into pieces.
• Next, heat the glycerin in a double boiler or microwave until melted.
• Once it is liquid, mix it well with the vegetable oil and white clay. There should be no lumps.
• When the mixture is warm, add the lavender essential oil. This, so that the heat does not affect its medicinal properties.
• Once everything is well mixed, put the soap, still liquid, in the mold that you are going to use. Silicone molds, previously greased, are the most comfortable.
• Finally, let the mixture cool down and remove the mold.

Homemade lavender soap: what should you keep in mind?

Before preparing this soap, it is important to consider that essential oils should be used with carrier oils such as olive, almond, sunflower, among others. This is because some essential oils are too strong to be applied directly to the skin.

You can take a test to see if your skin tolerates essential oil well. This consists of applying 1 or 2 drops on the forearm and observing that there is no reaction.

Remember that any questions about the components of this soap and the reaction that they could have on your skin, it is better to consult them with the dermatologist so that he or she will guide you on its use.