After filling a number of orders of bottled lotions I thought about the changes my goat milk lotions have taken this year.
I wrote a blog post here in the midst of last winter, where I talked about making goat milk lotions per order. After reaching a lotion consistency that I am happy with, I stopped offering lotions by thickness (even though I will customize if asked to do so). It took time, trial and error, to tweak the formula to one that I can call creamy, yet, fluid enough to nearly get the last drop from the bottle.
The formula is also more nurturing, with the added benefits of jojoba oil, a plant-based wax that moisturizes without greasiness, and soothing aloe vera.
I began Annie’s Goat Hill Handcrafted Soaps as a soapmaker with no thoughts of lotion-making. In fact, my first lotions were crafted from a pre-made base (not sold here). After much consideration I attempted a simple formula. The work that followed has been rewarding, mostly so because of my happy clients. In no way, shape or form, do I work for myself! I am blessed in that respect. Thank you!
Annies Goat Hill Handcrafted Soaps 
How lovely!
Amy
Thank you, Amy. I hope your day is going well!
So glad you added lotions to your list. I will be adding some too before the holiday season and I am excited about the new addition.
Melissa, I now cannot imagine not carrying lotions. We all love using it. Best wishes for your lotions, I am excited for you!
I am trying to find a recipe for goat milk lotion with preservatives so that I will not have to refrigerate it and it will keep at room tempature. Can you help me? Marlene
Hi, Marlene. What I would do is start with a simple lotion recipe that has preservatives and substitute 10-15% of the distilled water with goat milk. This is a good one to begin working with: http://soap-queen.blogspot.com/2008/11/gift-series-lotion-tutorial-from.html . Best wishes with your lotion-making adventure. It takes time to tweak, test, and tweak again.