How to Make Your Own Body Lotion
Combine a half-cup of your chosen oil and two tablespoons of an emulsifier (usually beeswax or petroleum jelly) in a microwave safe container like a glass measuring cup., Heat the mixture on the medium temperature setting, checking every thirty...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Combine a half-cup of your chosen oil and two tablespoons of an emulsifier (usually beeswax or petroleum jelly) in a microwave safe container like a glass measuring cup.
For a fluffier cream, you also have the option of using a stick blender.
Just be sure to use a low setting and to submerge it before turning it on.
Otherwise, you could splash hot beeswax and oil everywhere. , If you like, you can double this recipe and transfer it into an old lotion bottle with a pump or squeeze lid for easier access. , -
Step 2: Heat the mixture on the medium temperature setting
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Step 3: checking every thirty seconds until the ingredients have completely melted.
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Step 4: Pour distilled water into the mixture
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Step 5: going slowly and stirring briskly with a fork or whisk until everything has blended together.
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Step 6: Let your lotion cool down
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Step 7: during which time it will become thicker
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Step 8: and spoon it into a clean jar of your choice.
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Step 9: Put a lid on your moisturizer and enjoy!
Detailed Guide
For a fluffier cream, you also have the option of using a stick blender.
Just be sure to use a low setting and to submerge it before turning it on.
Otherwise, you could splash hot beeswax and oil everywhere. , If you like, you can double this recipe and transfer it into an old lotion bottle with a pump or squeeze lid for easier access. ,
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