Whipped Body Butter DIY
Learn how to make this rich and creamy whipped body butter made with shea butter and oils to help protect and soothe dry skin.
Yield: 2 cups
Equipment
- hand mixer
- 4 cup pyrex measuring cup
- saucepan
- wooden or plastic stirrers
- measuring cups
Materials
- 1/2 cup shea butter
- 1/2 cup mango butter
- 1/2 cup coconut oil
- 1/2 cup sweet almond oil
- 50 drops of essential oil
Instructions
- Melt the butters, coconut oil and almond oil in a large pyrex container set in a pot of simmering water.
- Once melted remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
- Then add essential oils of your choice and mix well.
- Place the pyrex container in the freezer for 30 - 45 mins to harden.
- Remove from the freezer and beat with a hand mixer for about 5 minutes until smooth.
- Pour into sterilized glass jars. (you can also place some of the body butter into a plastic bag and then squeeze it into the jars)
- Keep the jars in a cool place or refrigerator for up to 4 months.
Notes
Making small batches is always a good idea when creating homemade skincare. This way you will use it up before having to worry about the product going bad. Also, consider buying spatulas or using a popsicle stick for application. This will reduce the possibility of introducing bacteria from your hands.
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