How to Make Soap from Aloe Vera

If you're into DIY skincare or just curious about what goes into your soap, learning how to make soap from aloe vera is a great place to start. Aloe vera is known for its soothing, hydrating, and healing properties, making it a natural go-to for radiant skin.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to make aloe vera soap at home using both beginner and intermediate methods. Plus, if you're short on time, we’ll show you a ready-made option that delivers all the benefits, minus the prep.

Why Aloe Vera Soap?

Before diving into the process, let’s take a moment to appreciate why aloe vera makes such a fantastic soap ingredient.

• Hydrates and locks in moisture
• Soothes redness, burns, and irritation
• Fights acne with antibacterial properties
• Promotes healing and skin regeneration
• Naturally rich in vitamins A, C, E, and antioxidants

Whether you have dry skin, sensitive skin, or are looking for a gentle daily cleanser, aloe vera soap is a nourishing, plant-powered solution.

How to Make Aloe Vera Soap at Home

Melt-and-Pour Method (Perfect for Beginners)

This is the easiest method—no handling lye or waiting weeks for curing.

Ingredients You’ll Need

• 1 lb melt-and-pour soap base (glycerin, goat’s milk, or shea butter)
• 1/4 cup fresh aloe vera gel
• 1 tbsp olive oil (for extra moisture)
• 10–15 drops essential oil (lavender, tea tree, etc.)
• Soap mold (silicone preferred)
• Rubbing alcohol in a spray bottle

Steps

1. Cut and melt the soap base in a microwave or double boiler.
2. Stir in aloe vera gel (let the soap cool slightly first to preserve nutrients).
3. Add olive oil and essential oils and mix well.
4. Pour into molds and spray alcohol on top to remove bubbles.
5. Let it harden for 3–4 hours (or refrigerate for quicker results).
6. Unmold, rest for 24 hours, and you’re done!

You can use melt-and-pour soap the same day.

Cold Process Method (For Intermediate DIYers)

This involves using lye (sodium hydroxide), so it’s important to follow safety steps.

Ingredients

• 4 oz vegetable fat
• 1 oz olive oil
• 1 oz fresh aloe vera gel
• 1.9 oz distilled water
• 0.8 oz lye

• Optional: essential oils, oats, or natural scrubs

Steps

1. Wear gloves and goggles—safety first!
2. Slowly add lye to water (never water to lye) and let fumes settle.
3. Melt oils and let both mixtures cool to 100–120°F.
4. Combine and blend until trace (pudding-like texture).
5. Add aloe vera and optional extras.
6. Pour into molds and let set for 24–48 hours.
7. Unmold and cure for 4–6 weeks before using.

Cold process soaps are natural, customizable, and long-lasting—but they do require patience.

Want All the Benefits Without the DIY?

If crafting soap isn’t your thing, no worries. Genovie offers a Moisturizing Aloe Vera Soap Bar that delivers everything your skin needs, without any prep.

• Infused with real aloe vera extract
• Handcrafted with nourishing oils (coconut, olive, cottonseed, castor oil)
• Gentle and non-stripping
• Perfect for daily use on the face and body
• Reduces redness, hydrates dry skin, and promotes skin healing

It’s the ultimate solution for women looking for clean, natural skincare that actually works, without extra effort.

Final Thoughts

Whether you enjoy DIY or want a pre-made bar you can trust, aloe vera soap is a smart, skin-loving choice. It hydrates, heals, and nourishes—naturally.

If you’re ready to skip the mixing and melting, shop our Moisturizing Aloe Vera Soap Bar and give your skin the glow it deserves.