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Home » Wellness Tips » DIY Skincare » Honey Whipped Body Butter With Beeswax For Smooth Skin

Honey Whipped Body Butter With Beeswax For Smooth Skin

09/25/2017 by fitasamamabear

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An easy DIY recipe, this homemade, honey whipped body butter with beeswax has only five ingredients. Thus, it's a simple DIY beauty recipe and makes a thoughtful homemade spa gift. This homemade whipped body butter is a great way to keep your legs smooth and nourish your skin during the cooler months. Whip up a batch of the body butter with beeswax and use it all winter long!

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Homemade body butter with beeswax is easily one of my go-to products. In fact, DIY lotions were the first thing I began making when I started changing over my beauty products. They're simple, smell great, and insanely moisturizing for your skin!

Considering this, once I had my first babe, you had better believe that baby body butter and diy baby wipes were on the list too!

This honey whipped body butter with beeswax (like my DIY grapefruit body butter) is full of natural ingredients that will help your skin stay soft and smooth.

 

Why Use Honey In Homemade Whipped Body Butter?

Honey has long been said to help improve the appearance of skin inflammation and scaring- making it a great addition to a DIY lotion! Furthermore, it helps with tissue regeneration and it's healing properties. Not to mention, the amazing scent makes it ideal to add to a homemade body butter with beeswax.

The other ingredients in the honey whipped body butter recipe with beeswax all promote silky, soft, and smooth skin. This means that this homemade body butter recipe is amazing for the entire body but specifically the legs and tummy. In contrast, be careful using it on your face however as it is oil-based.

 

How To Use Body Butter

Like most homemade body butters, once you apply the whipped body butter wait a few minutes before putting clothes on so that your skin has time to absorb the oils. Not only will this keep your skin soft but it prevents your clothes from being ruined too!

Likewise, don't forget to check out this "do's and don'ts" list when making homemade body butter recipes.

If you're looking for a light, homemade body butter with beeswax that will nourish and repair your skin, this Whipped Honey Body butter with lotion is perfect. It smells simple and homey and the ingredients contain healing properties. It will keep your skin hydrated and soft.

 

Is It Sticky?

This is a question I get a lot. When you're first putting the homemade whipped body butter on, yes it is a bit tacky. However, the stickiness does go away as the homemade body butter absorbs into the skin.

I personally use this whipped body butter with beeswax after I shower (so that it is best absorbed into the skin). The tackiness is already gone by the time I'm ready to get dressed.

 

How Does It Harden?

Much of this depends on the environment you live in. If stored in a cool cupboard, the honey whipped body butter does harden after a few days.

However, once it is on your skin (especially after a warm shower or bath) the homemade body butter begins to melt again.

Much of this is due to the coconut oil in the body butter recipe. Specifically, the colder coconut oil is the harder it becomes and vice versa.

 

DIY Beauty Recipes For Busy Moms

If you’re looking for super simple but still luxurious skincare recipes, check out DIY Beauty Recipes For Busy Moms. Where I’ve gathered 21 all-natural, simplified, DIY skincare recipes! Broken into 3 sections there is something for everyone. Hydrate your skin with new lip chaps and body butters. Exfoliate and look fresh with scrubs and masks. And of course, find new favorites with Spa Essentials. I’ve also included:

  • Tips, tricks, and notes that I’ve made along my journey to help you on yours
  • Video demonstrations of each of the recipes

Book cover image with text: homemade matcha body butter in a mason jar on a cutting board. Ingredients for the butter like cacao butter and matcha around it

Did you know that you really only need about 10 ingredients to make hundreds of products? Keep the process of natural skincare simple and grab your copy of DIY Beauty Recipes For Busy Moms-or here about others' moms experiences with the Ebook here!

 

 

 

How Long Does It Last?

This homemade honey whipped body butter with beeswax technically contains no preservatives (learn more about preservatives for homemade beauty products). However, in my experience so long as no water gets into the lotion (water causes mold), the homemade body butter will last a few months.

Truthfully, I've never had a DIY lotion recipe spoil. That said, much of it is about being careful about water.

 

Not Into The DIY Thing But Aiming For All-Natural Beauty Care?

Side note: if making your own body lotion is still a bit overwhelming or if you're just too lazy to make some this second, grab the almond vanilla body butter from Primally Pure.

It smells effing AWESOME and Primally Pure uses only natural chemical-free ingredients. Seriously, I can pronounce and buy them all. #win If you do end up on their site, use fitasamamabear to save yourself 10% off your entire first order!

 

 

Ingredients 

  •         2 tablespoons Coconut oil
  •          1 tablespoon honey
  •          1 tablespoon Shae butter
  •          1.5 tablespoons Beeswax Pellets
  •          1 tablespoon Almond Oil

Kitchen Tools You May Find Helpful

  • Double boiler
  •          Mini whisk
  •          Mini mason jars
  •          Measuring spoons

You can find all the DIY ingredients you need from my DIY Staples page or from my Amazon Storefront.

A fun note: I say "double-boiler" so that someone doesn't accidentally use a jar and crack it in the water. That said, I personally just use mason jars and place them directly into a pot of boiling water (about two inches worth), just as you would when canning. Keep it simple mamas 😉

Homemade body butter recipe with beeswax in a mason jar with an orange napkin behind it

How To Make It

In a double boiler or glass jar combine all ingredients.

Ingredients like beeswax and coconut oil in a jar

Heat the ingredients over medium until everything is melted (about 12-15 minutes). Then, whisk often to combine. You want to ensure that everything is fully melted.

In process image for DIY skincare. All ingredients melted in a jar.

Let sit on the counter until the mixture hardens (roughly six hours but up to twenty-four). The honey will look like it has separated to the bottom of the container.

Once harden, whip the body butter for two to three minutes until it is combined and looks light and fluffy.

In process image for DIY lotion. A handheld mixer whipping the body butter

Transfer it to a mason jar with a tight-fitting lid.

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Whipped Honey Body Butter With Beeswax

An easy to make, honey-scented whipped body butter with beeswax recipe. Full of natural moisturizing ingredients to keep your skin soft.
Keyword homemade body butter with beeswax, honey body butter, whipped body butter
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
1 day
Total Time 1 day 35 minutes
Servings 1 jar
Author Fit as a Mama Bear

Equipment

  • Double boiler or mason jar
  • small mason jars
  • Electric mixer

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
  • 1.5 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon Shae butter
  • 1.5 tablespoons Beeswax Pellets
  • 1 tablespoon Almond Oil

Instructions

  • Heat over medium heat until all ingredients are melted (about 12-15 minutes). Whisk often to combine. Ensure everything is fully melted.
    Whipped honey body butter recipe in process image with all ingredients melted
  • Let sit on the counter until the mixture hardens (roughly six hours but up to twenty-four). The honey will look like it has separated to the bottom of the container.
  • Once harden, whip the body butter for two to three minutes until it is combined and looks light and fluffy.
    Whipped honey body butter recipe in process image handheld mixer whipping the body butter

Video

Notes

A fun note: I say "double-boiler" so that someone doesn't accidentally use a jar and crack it in the water. Buuutttt, I personally just use mason jars and place them directly into a pot of boiling water (about two inches worth), just as you would when canning. Keep it simple mamas 😉
 

 

Other Skincare Recipes You'll Love

Below are a few of other skincare recipes similar to the honey whipped body butter. In fact, just like this DIY recipe, the ones below are simple, contain minimal ingredients, and all-natural.

  • Whipped peppermint foot lotion
  • Sore muscle rub
  • DIY tinted lip balm
  • Hot chocolate lotion bars

Remember, you only really need a handful of ingredients to make all of these recipes. So, keep your skin silky, smooth, and natural by beginning to swap homemade beauty products for traditional store-bought ones!

 

 

Shelby aka Mama Bear

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Learn how an everyday smoker and fast food junkie turned into a super fit mom of 3. If you want to send Shelby a message, visit her contact page.

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Comments

  1. Ana Ro

    September 25, 2017 at 5:36 pm

    Looks perfect! I absolutely need to make it. I used to make some butters long time ago, but stopped for a while. You inspired me again! 😉

    Reply
    • fitasamamabear

      September 26, 2017 at 12:51 am

      Aw yay! I feel so special haha if you're making lotions check out the orange grapefruit body butter- it's one of my all time favs!

      Reply
  2. Helene

    September 25, 2017 at 8:17 pm

    my teenage daughter is reading this over my shoulder and informing me that we MUST make everything! I guess a trip to the craft store is in the cards for me this week. Thanks for the recipes.

    Reply
    • fitasamamabear

      September 26, 2017 at 12:48 am

      Haha this made me smile. Okay your teenage daughter is into this stuff?? She's my new favorite person!! I love this lotion but mostly on my feet as the honey makes them super soft 🙂

      Reply
  3. Alison

    September 25, 2017 at 8:57 pm

    This looks great! Love the natural ingredients

    Reply
    • fitasamamabear

      September 26, 2017 at 12:45 am

      Thanks! The more natural the better!

      Reply
  4. Kelly

    September 26, 2017 at 5:41 am

    I have never tried to make lotion! This is so cool, and I bet it smells delicious!!

    Reply
    • fitasamamabear

      September 26, 2017 at 6:40 pm

      Lotion is an easy one- give it a shot!

      Reply
  5. Ana

    September 26, 2017 at 12:01 pm

    Aw I love natural ingredients and honey is so good for your skin too.

    Reply
    • fitasamamabear

      September 26, 2017 at 6:40 pm

      It's great for your skin! This one is my favorite on my feet because the honey sticks on there so well it keeps them uber soft

      Reply
  6. Christina | From Under a Palm Tree

    September 26, 2017 at 2:00 pm

    This just looks and sounds absolutely amazing. I never would have thought about making it myself like this.

    Reply
    • fitasamamabear

      September 26, 2017 at 6:40 pm

      It's a fun one!

      Reply
  7. Natalie

    May 05, 2018 at 11:15 am

    Your measures conflict - article is 1.5 tbsp each of beeswax and honey but printable recipe lists 5 tbsp of each.
    Which is correct?

    Reply
    • fitasamamabear

      May 06, 2018 at 10:32 am

      Thanks for the catch Natalie! It's 1.5 - I'm changing it now 🙂

      Reply
  8. Jessica

    December 20, 2018 at 10:49 pm

    How much does this recipe make? I'm getting ready to make several jars to give as gifts. And have one for myself, lol!

    Reply
    • fitasamamabear

      December 24, 2018 at 12:01 am

      That particular recipe only makes that one jar (the small ones!) You're so sweet to give them as gifts, I love receiving diy products!

      Reply
  9. Heidi

    February 01, 2020 at 3:20 am

    Have you used any other butters? I have a mango butter I’d like to sub for the coconut butter..

    Reply
    • Heidi

      February 01, 2020 at 3:22 am

      I meant as a replacement for Shea butter ??‍♀️

      Reply
      • fitasamamabear

        February 02, 2020 at 12:31 am

        Haha I do that all the time! Mango should be fine! I haven't used it in a few years (which I should because it's silky) but it should be okay. it's normally slightly harder than shae so I'd just say to err on the small side of a tablespoon so the mixture doesn't get too hard. If you make it- will you let me know how the mango works? I'll make a note for others in the same spot 🙂

        Reply
  10. Michelle

    February 01, 2020 at 6:04 am

    What’s the shelf life?

    Reply
    • fitasamamabear

      February 02, 2020 at 12:28 am

      To be honest I'm not sure. Most people will say around six-eight weeks. In my personal experience, as long as you don't get water into it (from dipping wet hands in to grab some) I've had mine keep fine for six months easy.

      Reply
      • Melissa

        March 14, 2020 at 10:06 pm

        I made a similar body butter but found it to be very sticky. How is this in regards to its stickiness? Do you have any tips or tricks? Mine didn’t include beeswax.

        Thanks for any insight you can offer.

        Reply
        • fitasamamabear

          March 15, 2020 at 11:34 pm

          There is definitely some stick! This used to drive me batsh*t at first lol this one has a slight stick but the amount of honey is pretty low. I find that after a moment it's not too bad as the oils help it absorb. But there is still definitely some stick. To be completely honest I prefer a basic body butter recipe like this one: https://fitasamamabear.com/orange-grapefruit-body-butter/ My mom, however, swears by the honey making dry skin better but the stick after a shower still bugs me lol

          Reply
        • fitasamamabear

          March 16, 2020 at 2:56 pm

          The stick! Oh my lord it used to drive me batsh*t lol. This recipe isn't TOO bad as the amount of honey is minimal. i find it absorbs fairly quickly with the oils. However, there is still a stick. personally, I prefer a body butter like this one (https://fitasamamabear.com/orange-grapefruit-body-butter/ ) because getting out the shower and making my legs sticky still gets me going sometimes lol. My mom, however, swears that the honey helps her dry legs so to each their own. Hope that helps!

          Reply
  11. Theo Aegerter

    June 23, 2020 at 6:12 am

    I have tried your recipe and absolutely loved how it was once we whipped it and put it into jars. Unfortunately after a couple of days mine has re-set so hard you virtually have to scrape it out with a spoon. We Emptied the jars into a bowl and re whipped it to a beautiful consistency only to have the same problem a few days later.

    We were Just wondering if anybody else has had this issue and what they did to stop it happening?

    Reply
    • fitasamamabear

      June 24, 2020 at 2:23 pm

      I have definitely had this issue with ANY whipped lotion. The beeswax hardens hard once chilled but if you scale back the beeswax it's super oily. I have found that while it's still firm, if it's kept in a warmer place (versus a cool dark cabinet) it's MUCH easier to work with and it still melts on your skin.

      I have also omitted the whipping step (so melt all the ingredients and just let sit on the counter) and if I remember correctly (a few years back now) that worked better for storing it but the texture is slightly stickier initially.

      Reply
  12. Vanessa

    November 17, 2020 at 5:16 am

    hey love, your beeswax link is not working 🙁

    Reply
    • fitasamamabear

      November 17, 2020 at 11:28 am

      You're amazing- thanks for the heads up! Fixing it now.

      Reply

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