Have you tried making whipped body butter before? This homemade whipped body butter recipe is simple to follow, uses natural, sustainable ingredients, and is safe for all skin types.
I love using my essential oils to make natural products for my home for a few reasons: it’s cost-effective, they work, and it helps me get rid of toxins in my home.
According to the EWG, women are exposed to over 160 chemicals daily! So having natural homemade creams and body butters like this to fall back on is a must.
If you are new to DIYing, please don’t be overwhelmed!
When I began making my own products years ago, I quickly realized most products shared a number of natural ingredients, making the process easier than ever.
So don’t be overwhelmed, but start with one item at a time. Your home will soon enough be filled with natural products you can feel good about putting on your skin!
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Homemade Body Butter
Before you begin, make sure you have all of the supplies needed to complete this project. You’ll need a double boiler and hand mixer, along with a few key ingredients.
These items can all be found at your local craft store or ordered online for convenience. So now you’re ready to get started!
Ingredients:
- Coconut oil
- Olive Oil
- Shea Butter
- Cocoa Butter
- Essential oils (I list my favorites below)
- Mason Jars (for storage)
Whipped body butter recipe
*Exact measurements can be found in the recipe card below!
- Add all the ingredients (besides essential oils) to a double boiler. Or make your own double boiler by placing a bowl over a pot of water and bringing it to a boil.
- Once the ingredients have completely melted, place the bowl in the freezer until it’s set up a bit; you should be able to press your thumb into the mixture, and it should hold an indent. (See video)
- Add essential oils choosing from one of the blends below. I use lavender and frankincense.
- Finally, whip the ingredients together with a hand mixer or stand-up mixer until white peaks form, about 2-3 minutes.
- Store in an airtight container.
Essential oils for body butter
Feel free to use any combination of essential oils for body butter below.
- Frankincense – Great for the skin, frankincense can help reduce wrinkles, fine lines, and age spots.
- Lavender – Lavender is soothing and calming, making this body butter perfect for applying before bed in place of a night cream.
- Wild Orange – This essential is very uplifting and refreshing. It smells amazing with cocoa butter, and it has immune-boosting properties. NOTE: If you choose wild orange for your body butter, be sure not to apply it before going out in the sun. Citrus oils can cause the skin to burn when used in direct sunlight.
- Peppermint – Peppermint has a cooling effect on the body and can relieve tension. Adding peppermint oil to the body butter can make it great for muscle and joint discomfort.
- Bergamot – Bergamot adds a beautiful scent to the body butter and adds calming benefits. Bergamot is commonly used for stress and anxious feelings.
Essential oil combinations for body butter
Feel free to make substitutions based on your nose’s preferences.
Relaxing and Calming
- 6 drops of lavender
- 2 drops of frankincense
- 2 drops of bergamot
Uplifting and Energizing
- 4 drops of orange
- 3 drops of lemon
- 3 drops of lime
- 2 drops of tangerine
Soothing Massage Blend
- 6 drops of wintergreen
- 3 drops of peppermint
- 1 drop of ylang ylang
- 1 drop of helichrysum
Immune Support Blend
- 4 drops of clove
- 4 drops of wild orange
- 3 drops of frankincense
- 1 drop of cinnamon
- 1 drop of eucalyptus
Spa Night Blend
- 8 drops of lavender
- 4 drops of rose
- 2 drops of juniper berry
- 2 drops of sandalwood
These are my favorite essential oil blends for body butter. Let me know which combination you went with in the comments below! I’d love to hear from you!
Why you’ll love this recipe
This body butter recipe is sure to leave your skin feeling nourished, soft and moisturized.
Not only that, but it’s an incredibly simple recipe that doesn’t require any special equipment – just a few minutes in the kitchen.
Plus, you’ll love the way this DIY body butter smells with its combination of luxurious essential oils and simple ingredients.
Body butter recipe tips
- 20 minutes is about all it takes in the freezer. If you are not able to make an indent in the product right out of the freezer, simply remelt the ingredients and refreeze.
- Thoroughly whip the ingredients for at least 2-3 minutes to ensure it keeps it’s soft, airy texture.
- If your body butter hardens after a few days, try whipping it with the hand mixer for several additional minutes.
Store in a cool place and enjoy!
Gently scoop the whipped body butter into an airtight/travel-friendly container and store it in a cool, dry place.
It typically lasts for about 8-10 months, but it may melt in a warmer environment. Whenever you’re ready to treat your skin, take out a small amount and massage it gently into your skin.
You can use it on any parts of your body that are looking for extra moisture or even just as an overall luxurious spa treatment!
Takeaways
This body butter works well at moisturizing the skin after waxing, smells great, and is toxin-free. Enjoy it for a daily moisturizer, a calming bedtime routine, or for a soothing massage.
Leave a comment below if you have ever made body butter and what oils you used. And if you’re looking for a travel-friendly body butter, check out my newest post; homemade body butter stick.
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Moisturizing Whipped Body Butter
Get your spa-like treatment at home with this DIY body butter recipe! In just minutes, you'll have an ultra-luxurious treat for your skin that's made from easy-to-find ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup of coconut oil
- 1/4 cup of olive oil
- 1/4 cup of shea butter
- 1/4 cup of cocoa butter
- 6 drops of lavender essential oil
- 4 drops of frankincense essential oil
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients (besides essential oils) to a double boiler. Or make your own double boiler by placing a bowl over a pot of water and bringing it to a boil.
- Once the ingredients have completely melted, place the bowl in the freezer until it’s set up a bit; you should be able to press your thumb into the mixture, and it should hold an indent.
- Add essential oils.
- Finally, whip the ingredients together with a hand mixer or stand-up mixer until light and airy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Transfer to the glass jar for storage.
Notes
This body butter will last up to one year when kept dry and stored in a cool, dark place.
Remith says
shelf life ? ? ?
lauraascher says
1 year
Prof. Celene says
Hi Laura,
Please tell me the size of the mason jar you used to make the body butter in your video
Thank you Please email Prof. Celene at celenebernstein@zest4life.com
PAmela says
Will whipped body butter stay firm in warm weather? I’m thinking of making to sell at markets and they are outside.
Thank you
Laura says
They will melt in really hot temperatures.
Chrissie says
I keep mine in fridge or even freezer when making larger quantities. Also, a teaspoon or so of vitamin E oil will act as an antioxidant… Not a preservative… But I think it extends the freshness. This is a great recipe. When I want a lighter, summer, butter, i will whip into it a cup of real aloe vera gel. Lovely.
Julie says
Just curious. Why can’t you put the essential oils in the mixture before you cool it off in the fridge so it will be mixed in well? Versus after it cools off? We love this stuff! Thank you for sharing!
Laura says
Essential oils can lose their therapeutic benefits when heated to it is always best to add after the lotion is cooled.
Kathleen says
This is amazing! Melts in your hands and goes on like silk! Love putting it on my 10 month old at night after his bath. Can’t wait to make more of your recipes!
Laura says
Thanks for the comment! I love it for my babies too!
Sherry says
I made the Lavender & Frankincense body butter for Christmas today. It feels so silky. It will be a nice addition to my baskets for Christmas!
Laura says
I am so glad! It makes a wonderful Christmas gift!
Eswaree says
This is a wonderful recipe. I love it! I made the spa night one and just love the smell after a shower at night. It really does make me sleep better. My husband complements me too, saying I smell great. So it’s a definite keeper on my shelf. Thank you.
Laura says
I am so glad you love it!!
Julie Jones says
After a couple of disasters trying to make body butter I would be grateful if you could give me the measures for your recipe.
Thank you.
Laura says
I do 1/2 cup of each ingredient, you just have to use equal parts so the amount will depend on how much you want to make at a time.
Kim says
how much butter, oil do you use per 20 drops of essential oil ?
Tabitha Brown says
Laura I made the bodybutter using halfcup of all ingredients and it seemed heavy and greasy. I whipped it but it was very greasy. Any suggestions, the one above only calls for 1/4 cup? I love your recipes, and videos, I’ve made a few and learned a lot. Thank uou!!
Laura says
Whip in some arrowroot powder, that will help!
Marilou Castillo says
thank you so much. this is great and helpful
Moonstone says
I so enjoy your blog and videos. Thank you for your generosity in sharing!
Just wonering if I were to double this recipe, would I also double the essential oils?
Laura says
Thank you so much! Yes, correct!
Maritsa says
Hello
Does anyone know how much time approximately we leave in the freezer? Also, how long to mix on KitchenAid stand mixer and at what speed?
Laura says
It only takes about 20 minutes in the freezer. I use a hand mixer on low.
Lisa Conrad says
Can fractionated coconut oil be used? And if so would it still be equal parts? Also if your making smaller batch would you also decrease the amount of essential oil used?
Laura says
Fractionated coconut oil will make it a different texture because it is liquid. Yes, if you make less whipped body butter I would recommend using less oils too.
Ermelinda Garcia says
I have another recipe with Fruit of the Earth skin care cream with vitamin E could I use this for your recipe?
Tennille Messina says
How large of jar is it?
Shana says
If I don’t have cocoa butter, can I just do a double option of Shea butter? Love the site by the way!
Laura says
Yes!
Casey McIntyre says
How long does this last please? I want to make body butter and the anti aging lotion but nothing has a recommend shelf life 😊
Laura says
They are both good for 6 months.
Tammy says
My husband has very sensitive skin due to his psoriasis. He also works in schools. Can I use your immune recipe in a diffuser?
Ingrid Moore says
Thanks so much I learn alot from you.
Juliane says
After a day my body butter was hard again. What did I do wrong? Or any advice for me? Thanks in advance. I love your website and all the recipes!
Laura says
Thank you! It should stay light and fluffy if you mix it before placing in a jar. Make sure to store in a place that doesn’t get super cold.
Ciara says
Hi, I’m just wondering how long this recipe keeps before going off. If I make a bigger batch will the jars not in use spoil?
Thank you x I love your recipes
Laura says
This recipe will last up to one year in an airtight container.
Aesha Dasondi says
Can I add rose petal powder and saddle wood powder instead of oils?
Thanks
Laura says
Yes!
Robin says
How long does the body butter last? Does it need to be refrigerated? I am making it for craft fairs so need to know this. Thanks for any tips
Laura says
It will be good for one year.
Connie says
I use coconut oil a lot in ur receipes an the smell over powers the essential oils is there a coconut oil unseated
Laura says
Fractionated coconut oil is unscented but it is not the same as regular coconut oil.
Darina says
There is an odourless coconut oil. Or you can substitute coconut oil with babassu oil.
Tracy D says
Hello, I love your products thanks for sharing. Quick question, I let this whipped body butter sit in the freezer for a bit too long for my last batch. Is it ok to re melt the oils and try again or let it sit out for a bit before you whip it? Thoughts? And has this happened to you or anyone else?
Laura says
Yes, remelting it should be just fine!
Antonette DiMetro says
Has anyone substituted avocado oil for olive oil?
Jen says
Both the shea butter and cocoa butter smell over powers any essential oil. Is there a butter I can buy with no scent? I want to scent this with my sugar cookie scented oil and all I smell is like cholate and BBQ. Yuck!
Laura says
You can add in more essential oils if desired. I have a mango butter as well if you prefer that smell over the shea and cocoa!
Liz says
The recipe is fantastic, but can you recommend a brand of essential oils. The butters take over and I am not smelling the essentials.
Rebecca Boyd says
So I can still use my mixer for mixing food after mixing these ingredients?
It’s not toxic on mixer or bowls used for melting ingredients as a double broiler
I have a standing kitchen aid mixer