# Homemade Soothing Soaps This DIY Oatmeal Soap is Great for Addressing Irritated, Red, Dry Skin By Alyson Wyers | Published 2015-02-16 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oatmeal-soap References: [blog.freepeople](http://blog.freepeople.com/2015/02/homemade-oatmeal-soap/) If you have been experimenting with [making your own cleanser at home](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soapless-cleanser), this DIY project for oatmeal soap is certainly worth a try. From Julia at the Free People blog, the homemade soap uses a [shea butter glycerin soap base](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/total-moisture-collection) instead of lye, which will be especially nourishing to the skin. Oatmeal, on the other hand, is known to have a soothing effect, making it ideal for those suffering from [irritated and dry skin](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aveeno-products) this winter. The oats also act as a natural exfoliant. In addition to the glycerin soap base, the DIY oatmeal soap calls for organic rolled oats, raw honey and almond oil. You will also need a soap mold or pan (available at craft stores like Michael's). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 61% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [DIY](https://www.trendhunter.com/diy) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **DIY Skincare:** Skincare enthusiasts are increasingly making their own skincare products at home, creating opportunities for businesses to offer DIY skincare kits and resources. - **Natural Exfoliants:** Consumers are seeking natural exfoliants like oatmeal for their skincare routines, presenting opportunities for businesses to create and market products featuring these ingredients. - **Sustainable Beauty:** As consumers become more environmentally conscious, there is a trend towards sustainable beauty products and packaging, creating opportunities for businesses to innovate in this space. ### Where This Applies - **Beauty and Skincare:** Beauty and skincare companies can create and market DIY skincare kits and resources for individuals interested in making their own natural products at home. - **Organic and Natural Food:** Organic and natural food companies can expand their product offerings to include ingredients for homemade skincare products, like rolled oats and raw honey. - **Packaging and Sustainable Materials:** Companies in the packaging and sustainable materials industries can work with beauty and skincare companies to create eco-friendly and sustainable packaging options for their products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Single-Ingredient Soaps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/single-ingredient-soap.md) - [Oatmeal-Infused Facial Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/detoxifying-facial-bar.md) - [Nourishing Olive Oil Soaps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olive-oil-soap.md) - [Oatmeal-Powered Cleansing Milks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oatmeal-cleansing-milk.md) - [Colloidal Oatmeal Treatment Moisturizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skin-mercy.md) - [Organic Oil Bar Soaps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olive-oil-bar-soap.md) - [Chia-Studded Soaps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exfoliating-soap-bar.md) - [Fragrant Goats Milk Soaps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goats-milk-soaps.md) - [Skin-Nourishing Soap Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/curie-body-wash-bars.md)