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 body cream and body butter like this one 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 skin care 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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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.
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
*Exact measurements can be found in the recipe card below!
- Coconut oil: There’s a reason so many of my skincare recipes use coconut oil. It is affordable and highly moisturizing to the skin!
- Olive Oil: This liquid oil will keep the consistency of the body butter smooth and spreadable.
- Shea Butter: Shea butter is phenomenal for your skin and makes a great base for this body butter.
- Cocoa Butter: Not only does cocoa butter nourish the skin, it also adds a delicate chocolatey scent.
- Essential oils: Keep reading for my favorite blends for body butter! I used frankincense and lavender, but you can use any oils you enjoy.
- Mason Jars: These will be what you store your body butter in. You can use any glass mason jar you already have on hand or reuse old jars.
Substitutions and Variations
- Feel free to substitute the shea butter for mango butter if you prefer. I use mango butter in my homemade whipped mango body butter and love it! If you aren’t sure which you prefer, you can read about mango butter vs. shea butter: the pros and cons and which I like better.
- Olive oil can be substituted with another liquid carrier oil, such as avocado oil or fractionated coconut oil.
- Don’t be afraid to get creative with the essential oils and make your own custom blend!
Whipped Body Butter Recipe
Step 1. 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.
Step 2. 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 more in the video)
Step 3. Add your essential oils of choice (check out the suggested blends below). Finally, whip the ingredients together with a hand mixer or stand-up mixer until white peaks form, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 4. Transfer the whipped body butter to an airtight container, such as a glass jar. Enjoy!
Helpful 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 the body butter keeps its soft, airy texture.
- If your body butter hardens after a few days, try whipping it with the hand mixer for several additional minutes.
Storage and Use
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!
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
NOTE: If you use this blend for your body butter, be sure not to apply it before going out in the sun. Citrus oils are photosensitive oils and can cause the skin to burn when used in direct sunlight.
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!
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.
Finally, if you’re looking for a travel-friendly body butter, check out my homemade body butter stick recipe!
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Moisturizing Whipped Body Butter
Equipment
- Double Boiler
- Airtight container
Ingredients
- 1.9 oz of coconut oil ¼ cup
- 1.9 oz of olive oil ¼ cup
- 1.75 oz of shea butter ¼ cup
- 1 oz of cocoa butter ¼ cup
- 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.
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.
Ingrid Moore says
Thanks so much I learn alot from you.
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?
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.
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!
Tennille Messina says
How large of jar is it?
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?
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.
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.
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!
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!
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!!
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!
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.
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.