Homemade Body Wash

Apr 22, 2025 | Blog, Bodycare, DIY, Natural Beauty Products, Recipes

I was looking for a recipe to make a natural body soap when I found one online that caught my attention due to its simplicity. It only requires honey, oil, and castile soap. I’m a fan of castile soap because it’s effective at cleansing yet gentle on the skin. Since I reside in a dry climate, I’m particularly interested in a moisturizing soap, and the combination of oil and honey provides that extra hydration.  I thought the honey might leave a sticky residue, but it’s really not that bad.  It also thickens up the soap.

This is definitely a favorite of mine for a facial and partial body soap.  I continue to make this one when I run out.  So far I have not added any essential oils as I’ve used peppermint castile soap in one batch and lavender in another.  I probably liked lavender better as the peppermint has a slight burning sensation in sensitive areas.  You can find the full recipe and description on MommyPotamus.com.

Homemade Body Wash

Heather Dessinger

Equipment

  • 1 Quart mason jar
  • 1 Mason jar pump

Ingredients
  

  • 2 /12 cups Liquid Castile soap
  • 2 /12 cups Honey
  • 2 /12 cups Jojoba, Sweet Almond, or Olive Oil

Instructions
 

  • Mix all ingredients in mason jar