Natural Lotion
Most store-bought lotions are full of cancer causing, hormone, and endocrine-disrupting, toxic ingredients! Making your own organic and natural, luxurious moisturizing lotion is easier than you think. It only takes a few ingredients and trust me; your skin will love you for it!
I am sharing with you my favorite whipped lotion recipe! There are many butter and carrier oil choices that you can actually alternate/play with to your personal liking. Each natural butter and oil have numerous benefits for your skin and body.
Recipe:
1/3 cup organic shea butter
1/3 cup organic coconut oil
1/3 cup organic cocoa butter
Essential oils to scent (recommend 10-30 drops in each container based on preference and experience in using oils)
Directions:
1. Using the double boiler method - (I use a Pyrex in a larger pan of water)- melt butter and oil all together over low-medium heat. Make sure water never comes in contact with butter and oils.
2. Once all melted, stir and combine well.
3. Place in fridge for about 30-45min or longer.
5. Once cooled, remove from fridge and whip with an electric hand-held blender.
6. Whip until the mixture turns light in color, doubles its volume, and is smooth.
7. Place in designated containers.
8. Add essential oils to scent- choose your favorites and play with different combos.
This recipe makes approx. 3- 4oz containers, feel free to double or triple the recipe!
Benefits:
Shea Butter~
Superior moisturizing due to fatty acid content
Treats inflamed skin due to anti-inflammatory properties
Contains amino acids and vit. C- antioxidants which protect skin from free radicals, prevent premature wrinkles and act like an anti-aging substance
Helps acne
Great for chapped lips
Reduces appearance and heals stretch marks
Relief from psoriasis and eczema
Coconut oil~
Medium-chain fatty acids reduce dryness and allows skin to retain moisture
Provides a protective barrier for skin
Minimizes and reduces fine lines and wrinkles
Soothes and calms redness and irritated skin
Contains antioxidants and phytonutrient properties
Absorbs easily
Smells great
Cocoa Butter~
Antioxidant powerhouse
Reduces stretch marks and scars
High in fatty acids and moisturizes skin deeply
Heals sensitive skin, helps with eczema and dermatitis
Protects skin from free radicals
Reduces fine lines and wrinkles
Pure cocoa butter is edible :)
Essential Oils~
Each specific oil has its own incredible benefits
Antiviral, antibacterial, and anticancer properties
Relaxing and sedative
Clears skin
Beneficial for anti-aging, smoothing lines and wrinkles
Organic and natural
Derived from real plants and herbs
Do your skin a huge favor and invest in making (or buying) natural lotions.
Make sure if you are buying store-bought lotions, you carefully read and research the ingredients. Many are quite alarming!
Sources:
Ames, H. "What are the benefits of shea butter?" Medical News Today, 21 April 2021. Shea butter benefits: Face, hair, skin, scars, and more (medicalnewstoday.com)
Kumar, K. "What Does Shea Butter Do for Your Skin?" MedicineNet, 19 March 2021. What Does Shea Butter Do for Your Skin? (medicinenet.com)
Links, R. "Is Coconut Oil Good for Your Skin?" Healthline, 9 April 2017. Is Coconut Oil Good for Your Skin? (healthline.com)
Healthcare Business. "Benefits of Cocoa Butter For Your Skin." Healthcare Business Today, 11 December 2019. Benefits of Cocoa Butter For Your Skin - Healthcare Business Today