We go through a ton of hand soap, thanks to all the diaper changes and constant “Mom, come wipe me!” situations, so hand washing is a big part of our routine at home. As someone who loves DIY projects, I’ve been making foaming hand soap for years. We use it all the time, although it does require a special foaming pump that’s prone to wear out eventually (although the one we use has lasted over a year).
After getting a lot of questions about converting it to liquid hand soap, I decided to craft a specific recipe for it. It uses the same concept as my homemade laundry detergent: grating a natural bar soap and melting it in water to create a natural gel. This method is not only budget-friendly—a premium natural soap bar costing $3 to $4 can make up to a gallon of soap—but it’s also simpler and more natural than standard soaps.
I prefer to stay away from antibacterial soaps and similar products because they could lead to resistant bacteria and affect our microbiomes. Regular soap and water have been shown to be as effective as antibacterial varieties, minus the risks. This natural version is both simple and cost-efficient. Have you ever tried making your own hand soap or considered what type you use?
