Lard Bulk Wholesale

Create beautiful handmade soap with a traditional soapmaking staple. Lard is rendered pork fat, valued for the hardness and creamy lather it contributes to bar soap. Whether you’re making a simple everyday bar or developing your own signature recipe, it’s a versatile addition to your soapmaking supplies.

Why use lard in soap?

• Firm bars: Helps build hardness in a balanced soap recipe.

• Creamy lather: Contributes a dense, creamy foam.

• Versatile formulation: Blends well with other soapmaking oils and fats.

• Traditional ingredient: A familiar choice for classic, handcrafted soap.

How to use

For cold process and hot process soapmaking, gently melt the lard and combine it with the other oils in your recipe.

Always calculate your sodium hydroxide and water amounts for the exact oils and weights you are using. Recalculate whenever you substitute lard for another fat—even if you are replacing it gram for gram.

Plan your next batch with the Wixy Soap Lye Calculator.

Frequently asked questions

Is lard the same as tallow?
Lard comes from pigs. Tallow generally comes from beef or sheep fat. Select the correct ingredient in your lye calculator.

Is lard suitable for vegan soap?
No. Lard is an animal-derived ingredient.

Can I make soap using only lard?
Yes, lard can be the sole fat in a soap recipe. Blending it with other oils gives you more control over the finished bar’s lather and feel..

Storage

Keep tightly sealed in a cool, dry place away from heat and direct sunlight. 

Shop lard and soapmaking supplies at Wixy Soap in Sherwood Park, Alberta, and bring your next handmade batch to life.