Nourishing DIY Lotion Bar Recipe
Help protect and nourish dry skin with this easy lotion bar recipe.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup beeswax I use pellets
- 1/2 cup shea butter
- 2-3 tbs oil I used 1/2 jojoba 1/2 apricot
- 20 drops essential oils or more
- 1/8 tsp vitamin e oil optional
Instructions
- In a double boiler or microwave safe bowl, place beeswax, shea butter, and oil. Heat until completely melted stirring frequently.
- Stir in essential oils and vitamin e oil.
- Pour into silicon molds and allow to cool completely.
- Pop DIY lotion bars out of mold and store in a container with a lid or ziplock bag.
Notes
To use: Place in hand to heat up a bit and then rub on hands and body.
*If you like a want a harder lotion bar use 2 tbs of oil.
*If you want more of a "softer" hard lotion bar add 3 tbs oil. This gives it a smoother consistency that melts a little easier.
These lotion bars will last 12-18 months without an issue.