Natural Beauty: Homemade Lavender Body Butter



 Who doesn't love a sweet smelling body butter? 

They are wonderful to combat dry skin and refreshing after a hot shower.  

Have you ever thought of making your own? Well here is the perfect recipe to try. 

DIY Scale: 2 

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Here is what you will need:

  • 2 1/2 tablespoons of mango butter
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons of coconut oil
  • 2 teaspoons of beeswax
  • 10 drops of Lavender essential oil
  • medicine dropper
  • large to medium size pot
  • large to medium size bowl
You will first need to create a double boiler.  This is used to melt down the ingredient's we are combining. 

Add water to the pot and bring it to a boil.  Then add your coconut oil. 

Once your coconut oil is translucent then you can add your beeswax and mango butter.



Allow all the ingredients to melt down and stir until blended. 

Remove from heat and then add your lavender essential oil. 



Then you will need to let the mixture sit for about 5-7 mins. You will notice it begin to harden and turn into a darker yellow color. 




And your all done!

Put your new batch of butter in airtight container and put it in the fridge to harden. 


This recipe is perfect to give as a gift too!    

Share your take on this homemade recipe with us. Comment below

2 comments :

  1. Such a rewarding and sensible "do it yourself" project. You truly are a an inspiration. Cant wait to try it!
    Thanks.....your Mother must be SO PROUD TO HAVE A DAUGHTER LIKE YOU!!!!
    Will you have any for sale?

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  2. I love it! Can't wait to try it! Yeah, do you sell any?

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