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Super Easy DIY Body Butter

DIY body butter is the simplest thing ever. Incredibly moisturizing post shower and a must-have for after sun care. Plus, it smells dreamy!
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Course: Cosmetic
Servings: 2 cups
Author: Katie Stewart

Ingredients

  • 1 cup organic raw shea butter
  • ½ cup organic cold-pressed extra virgin coconut oil (cold-pressed is how the oil has been extracted)
  • ½ cup cold-pressed almond oil
  • 20 drops lavender essential oil
  • 20 drops bergamot essential oil
  • 10 drops ylang ylang essential oil

Instructions

  • Use a double boiler or set a medium sized pot on your stove’s lowest setting
  • Add the Shea butter, coconut oil, and almond oil. Gently mix until fully melted.
  • Transfer to a mixing bowl and set in the fridge to cool.
  • If using, combine essential oils in a small glass dish. Set aside.
  • After about 3 hours, or once the mixture has solidified, take the mixture out and add the essential oils.
  • Whip in your mixer, or by hand, until soft peaks form. Should look exactly like homemade whipped cream.
  • Transfer to your desired jars for storage.
  • Apply liberally after a shower or bath.

Notes

Remember, make sure to use certified pure therapeutic grade essential oils to maximize the benefits of their skin nourishing properties. Click the link above for more information.
This makes a large batch of body butter so you can either halve the recipe or give some away to friends and family. It'll keep for months!
The body butter is a bit oily at first, but quickly absorbs into the skin.