pH (potential of hydrogen) is a measure of how acidic or alkaline something is, on a scale from 0 to 14. Your skin’s natural pH tends to sit slightly acidic—around 4.5 to 5.5. This acidity is essential for maintaining a strong acid mantle, the protective layer that keeps moisture in and harmful bacteria out.

When skincare products are too alkaline, they can disrupt this balance, leading to dryness, irritation, or even flare-ups of skin conditions like eczema or psoriasis.

Most commercial soaps are made with synthetic detergents and harsh chemicals that can strip away your skin’s natural oils and throw off your pH. Goat milk soap, by contrast, is rich in naturally occurring fatty acids and nutrients that help support your skin’s natural barrier.

At The Little Goat Soap Company, we carefully craft our soap using raw goat’s milk from our own happy herd. This milk is full of lactic acid, a gentle alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) that naturally exfoliates dead skin cells without altering the skin’s pH.

While all true soaps (including natural goat milk soaps) are mildly alkaline—typically around pH 8–9—the unique composition of goat milk helps minimise disruption to the skin's acid mantle. The natural fats and proteins in goat milk buffer the alkalinity of soap, making it significantly gentler than synthetic alternatives.

This makes goat milk soap especially beneficial for people with:

• Sensitive skin

• Dryness or flakiness

• Rosacea, eczema or psoriasis

• Post-sun exposure

• Itchy or inflamed skin

Our Simply Unscented Goat Milk Soap contains just a few natural, skin-kind ingredients:

• Fresh Goat Milk – Moisturising and packed with nutrients

• Olive and Coconut Oils – Nourish and cleanse

• Shea Butter – Helps soothe and protect

• Lye (Sodium Hydroxide) – The essential ingredient that turns oils into soap (fully reacted, none remains in the final bar)

We avoid harsh detergents, synthetic fragrances, and chemical preservatives—ingredients that can disrupt your pH and compromise skin health.

Is goat milk soap pH-balanced?

Technically, goat milk soap is slightly alkaline (around pH 8), but its natural ingredients work harmoniously with the skin to avoid irritation. It supports—not disrupts—your skin’s acid mantle.

Can goat milk soap help with skin conditions like eczema or psoriasis?

Yes. Many of our customers have found relief using our Simply Goat Milk Soap. The gentle cleansing and moisturising properties help soothe irritated or dry skin without harsh chemicals.

Will goat milk soap dry out my skin?

No. Unlike many commercial soaps, goat milk soap retains natural glycerin (a byproduct of the soap-making process) which is a powerful humectant that draws moisture into the skin.

Can I use goat milk soap every day?

Absolutely! It’s ideal for daily use on the face, hands, and body, even for those with sensitive skin.

Why is goat milk better than regular soap?

Goat milk adds vitamins, minerals, and gentle exfoliation through lactic acid—all of which nourish your skin. It’s also free from many of the irritants found in commercial soap bars.

If you're looking for a soap that cleanses without compromising your skin’s natural defences, goat milk soap is a fantastic choice. While technically alkaline, it works with—not against—your skin, offering hydration, exfoliation, and support for a healthy pH balance.

At The Little Goat Soap Company, we’re proud to make every bar with care, using milk from our own goats and ingredients you can trust.