3 Ingredient DIY Lotion Recipe
Use this ultra-simple, three-ingredient DIY lotion recipe to help nourish your skin and keep it silky smooth!
Servings 1 small jar
Cost $2.25
Equipment
- Double boiler or mason jar
- Mini Whisk
Ingredients
- ⅛ cup shea butter
- 1.5 tablespoons almond oil
- 1 tablespoon beeswax or just under
- 5 drops lemon essential oil optional
Instructions
- In a small glass jar, place the butter, oil and beeswax. Bring a small pot of water (about an inch) to a rolling boil and place the jar in it. Heat the ingredients until everything is completely melted (especially that beeswax!).
- Remove the jar from the heat and whisk in the essential oil.
- If using unfiltered beeswax, strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer while pouring it into a holding container.
- Let sit on the counter for 24 hours to firm up and the use frequently to show your feet some love!
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Notes
Check out a list of my favorite brands for DIY ingredients here. And if using essential oils you can grab kid-safe ones from Plant Therapy.
Remember that using a full tablespoon of beeswax will make the lotion firm up more. Using just under will keep it softer.