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Have you tried making whipped body butter before? This homemade whipped body butter recipe is simple to follow, uses natural, sustainable ingredients, and is safe for all skin types.
I love using my essential oils to make natural products for my home for a few reasons: it’s cost-effective, they work, and it helps me get rid of toxins in my home.
According to the EWG, women are exposed to over 160 chemicals daily! So having natural homemade creams and body butters like this to fall back on is a must.
If you are new to DIYing, please don’t be overwhelmed!
When I began making my own products years ago, I quickly realized most products shared a number of natural ingredients, making the process easier than ever.
So don’t be overwhelmed, but start with one item at a time. Your home will soon enough be filled with natural products you can feel good about putting on your skin!
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Homemade Body Butter
Before you begin, make sure you have all of the supplies needed to complete this project. You’ll need a double boiler and hand mixer, along with a few key ingredients.
These items can all be found at your local craft store or ordered online for convenience. So now you’re ready to get started!
Ingredients:
- Coconut oil
- Olive Oil
- Shea Butter
- Cocoa Butter
- Essential oils (I list my favorites below)
- Mason Jars (for storage)
Whipped body butter recipe
*Exact measurements can be found in the recipe card below!
- Add all the ingredients (besides essential oils) to a double boiler. Or make your own double boiler by placing a bowl over a pot of water and bringing it to a boil.
- Once the ingredients have completely melted, place the bowl in the freezer until it’s set up a bit; you should be able to press your thumb into the mixture, and it should hold an indent. (See video)
- Add essential oils choosing from one of the blends below. I use lavender and frankincense.
- Finally, whip the ingredients together with a hand mixer or stand-up mixer until white peaks form, about 2-3 minutes.
- Store in an airtight container.
Essential oils for body butter
Feel free to use any combination of essential oils for body butter below.
- Frankincense – Great for the skin, frankincense can help reduce wrinkles, fine lines, and age spots.
- Lavender – Lavender is soothing and calming, making this body butter perfect for applying before bed in place of a night cream.
- Wild Orange – This essential is very uplifting and refreshing. It smells amazing with cocoa butter, and it has immune-boosting properties. NOTE: If you choose wild orange for your body butter, be sure not to apply it before going out in the sun. Citrus oils can cause the skin to burn when used in direct sunlight.
- Peppermint – Peppermint has a cooling effect on the body and can relieve tension. Adding peppermint oil to the body butter can make it great for muscle and joint discomfort.
- Bergamot – Bergamot adds a beautiful scent to the body butter and adds calming benefits. Bergamot is commonly used for stress and anxious feelings.
Essential oil combinations for body butter
Feel free to make substitutions based on your nose’s preferences.
Relaxing and Calming
- 6 drops of lavender
- 2 drops of frankincense
- 2 drops of bergamot
Uplifting and Energizing
- 4 drops of orange
- 3 drops of lemon
- 3 drops of lime
- 2 drops of tangerine
Soothing Massage Blend
- 6 drops of wintergreen
- 3 drops of peppermint
- 1 drop of ylang ylang
- 1 drop of helichrysum
Immune Support Blend
- 4 drops of clove
- 4 drops of wild orange
- 3 drops of frankincense
- 1 drop of cinnamon
- 1 drop of eucalyptus
Spa Night Blend
- 8 drops of lavender
- 4 drops of rose
- 2 drops of juniper berry
- 2 drops of sandalwood
These are my favorite essential oil blends for body butter. Let me know which combination you went with in the comments below! I’d love to hear from you!
Why you’ll love this recipe
This body butter recipe is sure to leave your skin feeling nourished, soft and moisturized.
Not only that, but it’s an incredibly simple recipe that doesn’t require any special equipment – just a few minutes in the kitchen.
Plus, you’ll love the way this DIY body butter smells with its combination of luxurious essential oils and simple ingredients.
Body butter recipe tips
- 20 minutes is about all it takes in the freezer. If you are not able to make an indent in the product right out of the freezer, simply remelt the ingredients and refreeze.
- Thoroughly whip the ingredients for at least 2-3 minutes to ensure it keeps it’s soft, airy texture.
- If your body butter hardens after a few days, try whipping it with the hand mixer for several additional minutes.
Store in a cool place and enjoy!
Gently scoop the whipped body butter into an airtight/travel-friendly container and store it in a cool, dry place.
It typically lasts for about 8-10 months, but it may melt in a warmer environment. Whenever you’re ready to treat your skin, take out a small amount and massage it gently into your skin.
You can use it on any parts of your body that are looking for extra moisture or even just as an overall luxurious spa treatment!
Takeaways
This body butter works well at moisturizing the skin after waxing, smells great, and is toxin-free. Enjoy it for a daily moisturizer, a calming bedtime routine, or for a soothing massage.
Leave a comment below if you have ever made body butter and what oils you used. And if you’re looking for a travel-friendly body butter, check out my newest post; homemade body butter stick.
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Moisturizing Whipped Body Butter
Laura Ascher
Get your spa-like treatment at home with this DIY body butter recipe! In just minutes, you'll have an ultra-luxurious treat for your skin that's made from easy-to-find ingredients.
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Additional Time 1 hour hr
Total Time 1 hour hr 5 minutes mins
Course skin care
Servings 8 ounces
Ingredients
- ¼ cup of coconut oil
- ¼ cup of olive oil
- ¼ cup of shea butter
- ¼ cup of cocoa butter
- 6 drops of lavender essential oil
- 4 drops of frankincense essential oil
Instructions
Add all the ingredients (besides essential oils) to a double boiler. Or make your own double boiler by placing a bowl over a pot of water and bringing it to a boil.
Once the ingredients have completely melted, place the bowl in the freezer until it’s set up a bit; you should be able to press your thumb into the mixture, and it should hold an indent.
Add essential oils.
Finally, whip the ingredients together with a hand mixer or stand-up mixer until light and airy, about 2-3 minutes.
Transfer to the glass jar for storage.
Notes
This body butter will last up to one year when kept dry and stored in a cool, dark place.
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!
I am not a nutritionalist. Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
