Melt and Pour Soap – Coconut and Lime

July 2, 2018 by Shellie Wilson 8 Comments

This soap making recipe shows you how to make soap using Coconut milk and lime juice. This melt and pour soap method using easy to use soap base that you just add ingredients to. The soap making tutorial is easy to use with step by step photos to guide you as you make this handmade soap. Use organic materials to create a natural organic soap.

Lime Essential oil : is invigorating and can help promote mental clarity. It has an uplifting fresh citrus scent. Lime soap is perfect for morning showers to wake your senses.

1/2 cup coconut milk

1-pound goats milk soap base

1 teaspoon lime juice

1 teaspoon coconut oil

1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar

1 teaspoon baking soda

1 teaspoon vitamin e oil

10 drops lime essential oil

Food or soap coloring

Spray bottle of rubbing alcohol to remove bubbles

Mold

Step 1: Melt soap base in the microwave and add coconut milk.

Step 2: Add lime juice

Step 3: Using a whisk, combine ingredients.

Step 4: Add coconut oil to the bowl

Step 5: Add apple cider vinegar to the mixture

Step 6: Add baking soda to the bowl

Step 7: Add vitamin E to the mixture

Step 8: Add lime essential oil

Step 9: Add colouring if desired

Step 10: Mix everything together well with a whisk

Step 11: Spray bottom of mold with rubbing alcohol. This removes the bubbles formed when mixing your soap!

Step 12: Carefully add soap mixture to mold.

Step 13: Spray top of mold with the rubbing alcohol.

Step 14: Allow hardening for at least 2 hours.

Store in an airtight container or Ziploc bag until ready for use.

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Comments

Dave says
January 27, 2019 at 12:20 pm
When you say coconut milk do you mean the stuff from the grocery store?
Shellie Wilson says
February 3, 2019 at 10:12 pm
Yes
Lisa J says
April 24, 2019 at 7:10 am
Could I add Lime zest ? and/or coconut flakes ?
julie plank says
May 9, 2019 at 4:06 pm
whats the shelf life for this please
Mary says
September 11, 2019 at 7:28 pm
Is it the coconut milk in the can?
Sandra Rekemeier says
August 8, 2020 at 9:56 am
Trying to find a pleasant smelling coconut oil. What brand do you use?
Biu says
April 20, 2021 at 6:28 am
Hey is it possible to use alcohol to spray on it or I can escape it?
Ciska says
May 16, 2021 at 3:04 pm
This is an awful recipe… Who makes these up? What do you gain buy it..?
Melt and pour soap 101:
For melt and pour you cannot use: coconut milk (too much moisture and this will mold! ), lime juice (same), vinegar (too much moisture) , baking soda (wth?). The rest is OK to add but is useless in reality and together the additives are way too much.
Using food coloring in soap is not allowed per the FDA.
Only use soap and skin safe essential oils. Keep to the max weight % the manufacturer gives you for soap. Never measure EO in ‘drops’.
Keep all additives combined (!) to 1 level teaspoon per pound of soap base to prevent issues like the soap not setting well, less lather, sweating, feeling oily.
Bottom line:
Even if you get a somewhat hard soap using this recipe, the shelf life of a soap like this is 1 or 2 days max. After that the mold spores and bacteria from the botanicals can cause health issues. For healthy people, let alone for people with mold allergies, asthma, low immune system or pregnant.
Please take better care when posting recipes!
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DIY Margarita Face Scrub – A Zesty Skincare Treat for Glowing Summer Skin

If your skin’s feeling dull and cranky from too much sun, sweat, or sunscreen, it might be time to give it a zesty little pick-me-up. This DIY Margarita Face Scrub is basically a cocktail for your complexion—minus the hangover. Inspired by the LUSH classic (but fresher, cheaper, and customizable), this tangy, citrus-packed sugar scrub gently exfoliates, hydrates, and leaves your face feeling oh-so-soft and radiant.

With lime zest, natural oils, a pinch of salt, and skin-loving extras like aloe vera or honey, this scrub is like a mini vacation for tired, sun-drenched skin. It’s perfect for summer, but honestly? You’ll want to make this year-round.

Why You’ll Love This Margarita Face Scrub

Smells like summer – Bright, fresh lime with a hint of sweetness
Gentle exfoliation – Sugar buffs away dead skin without irritation
Customisable texture – Go smoother or grittier depending on skin needs
Hydration boost – Thanks to natural oils and optional honey or aloe
Quick to make – Under 5 minutes start to finish

Ingredients

(Makes one small jar—perfect for a weekend treat or gifting)

3 tbsp fine white sugar
1 tsp sea salt (optional for a grittier feel)
Zest of 1 fresh lime
2 tbsp fractionated coconut oil (or jojoba/sweet almond oil)
1 tsp honey or aloe vera gel (optional for extra hydration)
3 drops lime essential oil (or grapefruit for a twist)
1 drop peppermint essential oil (optional for a cooling tingle)

How to Make It

Zest your lime into a mixing bowl. The fresh zest adds fragrance and gentle AHAs (natural exfoliants).
Add the sugar and optional salt, and stir to combine. This will be your exfoliating base.
Pour in the oil, followed by the honey or aloe if using. Stir until everything is evenly mixed.
Add the essential oils and mix again. Adjust the scent and texture to your preference.
Scoop the scrub into a clean glass jar with a tight lid.
Store in the fridge for up to a week for maximum freshness (the lime zest is perishable).

How to Use It

After cleansing your face, gently massage a small amount of the scrub onto damp skin using circular motions. Focus on areas prone to dullness (cheeks, chin, nose). Rinse with warm water and pat dry. Follow up with a lightweight moisturizer or face oil.

Note: Avoid open cuts and broken skin due to citrus and salt. Always patch test before trying new essential oils.

Optional Add-Ins

Green tea extract for antioxidants
Vitamin E oil for added nourishment
Coconut sugar for a softer grit
Spirulina or matcha for a detoxifying boost

Gift It!

Pop this summery scrub into a mason jar with a lime slice label and a handwritten tag:
“You’re the zest!” – and boom! You’ve got a refreshing handmade gift that feels straight out of a luxe spa.

This DIY Margarita Face Scrub is your shortcut to a spa day—without the overpriced products or chemical overload. It’s playful, effective, and perfect for anyone who wants soft, glowing skin with a side of sunshine. Just don’t actually drink it!