The Best Oatmeal & Rosemary Tallow Soap Bar — Homemade and Nourishing

	Pounds	Ounces	Grams
Water	0.641	10.26	290.87
Lye - NaOH	0.244	3.91	110.90
Oils	1.688	27.00	765.44
Fragrance	0.084	1.35	38.27
Soap weight before CP cure or HP cook	2.658	42.52	1,205.47

#	√	Oil/Fat	%	Pounds	Ounces	Grams
1		Tallow Beef	37.04	0.625	10.00	283.50
2		Coconut Oil, 76 deg	29.63	0.500	8.00	226.80
3		Almond Oil, sweet	18.52	0.313	5.00	141.75
4		Avocado Oil	14.81	0.250	4.00	113.40
		Totals	100.00	1.688	27.00	765.44

Above is the Recipe from Soap Cal.

http://soapcalc.net/calc/soapcalcwp.asp

🧼 The Best Oatmeal & Rosemary Tallow Soap Bar — Homemade and Nourishing

If you’re anything like me, you want beauty and self-care products that are simple, natural, and truly beneficial — not full of mystery ingredients you can’t pronounce. That’s why today we’re talking about one of my all-time favorite soap recipes: The Oatmeal & Rosemary Tallow Soap Bar. 🌿

This bar isn’t just “good” — it’s the best I’ve ever made for gentle cleansing, soothing dryness, and leaving skin soft without feeling tight or stripped. Whether you’re new to soapmaking or a seasoned homesteader, this is one you’re going to love.

📺 If you want to follow along visually, check out the video here:➡️ https://youtu.be/Ed9IfakhmE0 

🌾 Why Oatmeal & Rosemary?

This soap combines two simple, wholesome ingredients that work beautifully together:

✨ Oatmeal — a natural gentle exfoliant that calms irritation, removes dull surface skin, and feels soft against your skin.✨ Rosemary — an herb known for its refreshing aroma and mild skin-loving properties — it’s uplifting and grounding at the same time.✨ Tallow — a traditional fat that creates a rich, creamy lather and makes a stable, long-lasting bar that feels luxurious without dryness.

It’s rustic, nourishing, and exactly the kind of DIY homestead beauty product we love.

🧼 What Makes This Soap So Special?

Homemade soap isn’t just a craft — it’s a way to take care of yourself with intention:

🌿 No harsh chemicals — every ingredient is simple, natural, and skin-friendly.🌿 Zero waste — no plastic bottles, just a solid bar that lasts.🌿 Made with intention — from your own hands, in your own kitchen.🌿 Perfect for gifting — these bars make beautiful hostess gifts, seasonal bundles, or just thoughtful care packages.

🖐️ How I Use Mine

I love this bar in the kitchen and the bathroom:

💦 Use it after a long day outside — soothing and comforting.💦 Great for dry hands after gardening or washing dishes.💦 Works beautifully in a shower — creamy lather, soft smell.

If you struggle with dry skin or like something real and gentle, this recipe will become a staple in your home.

✨ Want to Customize It?

Here are a few simple variations:

🌼 Lavender & Oatmeal – swap rosemary for dried lavender buds and 10–15 drops of lavender essential oil.🍊 Citrus Zest – add orange peel and sweet orange essential oil for a bright, uplifting scent.🌿 Herbal Blend – use dried chamomile or calendula for extra soothing properties.

🧡 Final Thoughts

Making your own soap is more than just a craft — it’s a way to slow down, care for yourself, and live more intentionally. This Oatmeal & Rosemary Tallow Soap Bar is one of those recipes that makes me smile every time I use it.

If you try it, drop a comment on the video or here on the blog — I’d love to hear how yours turned out! 🌿💛