Jillian has been making soap since 2025.

Lacustrine Soaps is the creative work of Jillian Votava, who hand-pours small-batch bars inspired by water, wild places, and everyday rituals. What began as a calming craft turned into a practice of care—thoughtful bases, skin-safe color, and intentional scents. Each limited run is an experiment in texture, shape, and story, made to be used, enjoyed, and gifted.

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Inspired by Nature,

for the body

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Every ingredient has a purpose. We keep formulas transparent and evolve them with feedback and testing. Below is what we use now and where we’re headed next.

Pure Essential Oils

Balanced, skin-friendly scent profiles using essential oils where appropriate, designed to feel natural and wearable every day

Botanicals

Subtle natural accents that add texture, story, and a grounded aesthetic—used with skin safety in mind.

Glycerin Base

Crystal-clear, gentle base that showcases embedded designs and delivers a clean, comfortable rinse.

Clay & Charcoal

Mineral clays and activated charcoal to add slip, tone, and gentle cleansing depth.

Skin-Safe Micas & Mineral Color

Vivid, stable hues for swirls and layers—chosen for skin safety and visual clarity.

Goat’s Milk Base

Creamy, soft-lather base favored for a soothing feel and daily skin comfort.