How to Make Raw Almond and Vanilla Body Lotion

Raw almond and vanilla body lotion is a simple, easy-to-prepare lotion that will help nourish and moisturize rough or damaged skin. This body lotion is ideal for all skin types. Making your own body lotion has many benefits, including saving you a lot of money over buying expensive commercial products, which often contain unnatural and potentially hazardous chemicals and preservatives. This body lotion will keep for about two months if stored in a cool, dark place.

Things You'll Need

• 1/4 cup distilled water
• 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp. borax powder
• 3 tbsp. beeswax, grated
• 1/4 cup raw coconut oil
• 1/4 cup raw almond oil
• 20 drops vanilla essential oil

Instructions

1. Pour the water in a small saucepan and add the vanilla extract. Bring to the boil and add the borax powder. Stir with a wooden spoon and remove from heat.

2. Combine the beeswax, coconut oil and almond oil in a separate saucepan and heat until the beeswax has melted. Remove from heat and add the vanilla essential oil.

3. Pour the contents of the saucepan with the borax into the saucepan with the beeswax while stirring constantly.

4. Stir the mixture until it cools to room temperature and becomes a cream. Transfer to a small glass jar with a tight-fitting lid.

Tips & Warnings

• To use, apply the body lotion to the skin in tight, circular motions with clean hands.

• Avoid storing or mixing any type of homemade body lotion or cosmetics products in an aluminum container, as there is serious concern about heavy metals entering the bloodstream through the pores.

References

• Natural Beauty Basics; Byers, Dorie; 2001

Resources

• All Natural Beauty: Homemade Beauty Recipes
• Planet Green: Homemade Beauty Products