Plain-English guides to natural skincare, goat milk soap and caring for dry and sensitive skin, from the makers at Ollie Skincare in Wisconsin.

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Tallow and plant-based moisturizers compared

March 29, 2026

Tallow vs Plant-Based Moisturizers: Which Natural Moisturizer Is Best for You?

Tallow is rich and closely mimics skin's oils; plant-based moisturizers are vegan and come in lighter textures. How they compare and which suits you.

Natural skincare for dry, sensitive, and aging skin

March 26, 2026

Natural Solutions for Dry, Sensitive, and Aging Skin: Effective Skincare Tips and Remedies

Natural ways to care for dry, sensitive and aging skin: gentle cleansing, hydrating ingredients, barrier care and choosing products that won't irritate.

March 25, 2026

Benefits of Rosehip Oil for Glowing Skin

Rosehip oil hydrates, supports the skin barrier and helps even tone for a natural glow. A formulator explains its benefits and how to use it.

Soap Making ingredients and bars of soap

March 24, 2026

SoapCalc: The Science-First Soap Calculator Guide by Ollie Skincare

SoapCalc calculates the exact lye and water for any soap recipe and predicts hardness and lather. How to use it step by step and read its results.

Handmade clay facial soap bars made with goat milk and rose kaolin clay

March 23, 2026

Benefits of Rose Clay in Soap

Rose clay (pink kaolin) adds gentle cleansing, creamy slip and natural color to soap. Its skin benefits and which skin types rose clay soap suits.

Ollie Skincare Shower Oil bottle in a spa-like bathroom setting

March 23, 2026

Oil for Shower: Nourishing Cleansing Ritual for Sensitive Skin

Shower oil turns milky on wet skin, cleansing gently while leaving a light protective layer. Ideal for dry, sensitive skin. How to choose and use one.

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About Ollie Skincare

Ollie Skincare is a small, woman-owned skincare maker in Wisconsin, founded by formulator Kerrieanne Lischka and named after her French Bulldog, Ollie. It started with goat milk soap made from the family's own dairy goats. Today we handmake goat milk soap, facial oils, balms and body care in small batches, with short ingredient lists and local ingredients like sunflower oil from Century Sun Oil in Pulaski, Wisconsin.

We’re Leaping Bunny certified cruelty-free: no animal testing by us or our suppliers.

This blog is where we answer the questions we hear most at markets: what's actually in your products, how to care for dry or sensitive skin, and how to keep your routine simple.

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