There is something so luxurious about a bath! When I was a kid, I used to love when my grandmother let me haveone of those bath oil pearls while using the giant old cast iron tub at their house.
I still love a good bath, which is why I'm sharing this goat milk bath soak recipe!
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A cute jar or goat milk bath soak makes a sweet gift. B
ecause a pint jar is easily good for two baths (or even four, if you use a little less of the mix), you can also use smaller jars and give single bath 'servings' of the soak for presents or adorable favors. Or, of course, you can keep it all for yourself 😉
You don't need much to make a goat milk bath soak, and it's easy to customize.
I used lavender in the example soak - both lavender buds and 3 drops of lavender essential oil - but herbal loose leaf teas make fantastic soaks, as well.
Other dried botanicals, such as rose buds, are also pleasant. The recipe given is for one pint, so just modify the quantities to make more or less to suit your needs!
Materials for making a goat milk bath soak
A sterile, dry glass pint jar
A clean bowl + spoon for mixing
a scant ½ cup ofseasalt or Himalayan salt (Dead Sea salt is popular in self-care products, but I like using Himalayan pink salt)
1 scant ½ cup ofEpsom salt(I recommend just getting the 'plain' variety, not one that already has added scents)
To make a milk bath, you can add 1 to 2 cups of milk to a full tub of warm water. You can also add in essential oils, bath salts, honey, or baking soda for additional benefits.
Goat milk naturally contains lactic acid (an alpha hydroxy acid) which helps to gently slough off dead skin cells. This process occurs when the alpha hydroxy acids dissolve the proteins that hold together dead skin cells. When you soak in a milk bath, these dead skin cells are able to slough off more effectively.
Milk baths are super easy to make. It's as simple as pouring your chosen milk into warm bath water and soaking. However, unless you want thin, thready bubbles in your milk bath, add the milk after you've finished filling the tub.
Once you've finished bathing, there's no need to rinse your baby off; just pat them dry with a towel and use a baby-safe lotion to lock the moisture and nutrients in if you prefer.
Directions Add 5 scoops of powdered goat milk to the bath. Add in a mix of your favorite dried herbs for extra relaxation. Soak it all in, and enjoy! We love seeing what you all whip up. Be sure to tag us on Instagram with #goatmilkgoodness for a chance to be featured.
1 Cup Dry Milk – Powdered milk is simply dehydrated milk, pressed into a fine powder. It has a long shelf life so feel free to stock up! ¼ Cup Corn Starch – Another white powdered ingredient, it's incredibly smooth and ground fine, often used for thickening in recipes.
What type of milk is best for a bath? The world is your oyster: You can use whole milk, coconut milk, buttermilk, goat milk, or rice or soy milk in a milk bath, Dr. Henry says. Cow's milk is the most commonly-used because it's inexpensive, and full-fat or whole milk will feel the most nourishing to your skin.
“Some of your bacteria may be happy, but people around you may not be as happy,” Staller said. There's also no evidence to suggest that goat's milk will have any sort of “cleansing” effect on the body.
Goat's milk contains lactic acid. Lactic acid is a big deal in the beauty industry because it's a gentle alpha hydroxy acid used to exfoliate, soften, brighten, and smooth the skin. Studies have shown that regular use of lactic acid can help prevent and reverse signs of aging. Yay!
Several studies have shown that goat milk proteins have anti‐inflammatory effects, which may benefit people suffering from chronic inflammatory conditions such as arthritis, asthma, and allergies. Goat's milk contains several types of protein, including caseins, whey proteins, and immunoglobulins.
Giving your baby a DIY breast milk bath is as easy as a giving them a regular one, with the simple addition of a splash of breast milk. For her milk bath recipe, lactation consultant Polly Gannon recommends using about 150 to 350 milliliters of breast milk—just enough to make the water look cloudy or milky.
Gently pour the milky water all over your baby using a small cup or a soft washcloth, like the KeaBabies Baby Wash Cloths. At this point - you can use a gentle soap and rinse your baby, or you can simply take your baby out of the bath and pat him dry.
By adding honey to your milk bath, you get the natural antioxidants and antibacterial properties of honey. The addition of epsom salt help to relax your muscles and naturally draw out toxins from your skin. Depending on what essential oil you choose, the benefits are many. Use lavender oil for a calming scent.
Measure 4.8 oz of Lye into a small glass dish. Next measure 10 oz of frozen goats milk. Using an ice bath, slowly combine goats milk and lye. Check temperature regularly to make sure mixture doesn't go over 70 degrees F.
Goat specific shampoo will be gentle on the goat's coat and ensure it retains its natural oils. In a pinch, you can use mild soap like Dawn dishwashing detergent or Soft Soap. Make sure the soap is gentle and does not contain any harsh chemicals like bleach or ammonia.
Put milk in a double boiler or in jars in a pasteurizer or canner and heat to 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds. Cool the milk as quickly as possible, but make sure not to put the hot jars in cold water or they will break. Store the milk in the refrigerator.
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If the ornaments look familiar, yes, I tied my crystal and key necklace to the jar as a photo prop! It's pretty cute, don't you think?
