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.
Equipment
- 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.
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Notes
This body butter will last up to one year when kept dry and stored in a cool, dark place.
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.
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