Best Soap for Oily Skin
Oily skin is often made worse by harsh soaps. When SLS strips too much oil, the skin compensates by producing more. A gentle, SLS-free glycerin base cleanses without over-stripping, which helps skin find its balance rather than swinging between oily and dry.
Our recommendation
Glycerin Base
Glycerin is the lightest of our three bases. It cleanses thoroughly, retains natural moisture, and rinses away completely without leaving a heavy feel. It does not add oils to the skin, which makes it the cleanest option for oily or combination skin types.
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Honey Oats Glycerin Soap
TexturedA soothing 100g glycerin soap with real honey and oat flakes — honey draws in moisture while oats calm irritated or sensitive skin. Warm, lightly sweet scent and a soft lather with gentle texture. Ideal for dry or reactive skin.
₹250

Neem Tulsi Glycerin Soap
TexturedA gentle 100g glycerin soap made with sun-dried neem and tulsi — two Ayurvedic herbs known for their antibacterial and skin-purifying properties. Mild lather, light herbal scent, and a clean rinse that leaves skin balanced and fresh.
₹250

Ginger Rosemary Glycerin Soap
TexturedA refreshing 100g glycerin soap with ginger and rosemary — both botanicals known for their invigorating, stimulating properties. Light, clear lather with a warm herbal scent that wakes you up. Best used as a morning shower soap.
₹250
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Four soaps, ₹1,000. SLS-free, made to order from Goa. Free shipping.
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Common questions
Is glycerin soap good for oily skin?
Yes. Glycerin is a humectant — it draws moisture from the air to the skin without adding oil. It cleanses without stripping, which prevents the rebound oiliness that often comes from using harsh soaps. It rinses cleanly and leaves no residue.
Will goat milk soap make oily skin worse?
Not necessarily, but goat milk is a richer base with natural fats. For oily skin, glycerin is a better starting point — it provides a clean, light wash without the additional richness. If your skin is combination (oily in the T-zone, normal elsewhere), goat milk may still suit the drier parts of your face.
What is the best soap for combination skin?
Glycerin suits combination skin well. It cleanses thoroughly without stripping dry patches and does not add richness to oily areas. If your skin leans more dry than oily, goat milk is a good middle ground.
How is handmade glycerin soap different from commercial soap?
Commercial manufacturers often remove the natural glycerin from soap to sell separately. The bar that remains relies on SLS for lather and can strip the skin. Healing Soil glycerin soap retains all its natural glycerin, providing a gentle wash that cleanses without disrupting the skin's moisture balance.
Not sure which base to start with? Read our complete guide to handmade soap in India.
