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Whipped Body Butter Recipe

I think this homemade version is even better than store-bought body butter. This homemade version is packed with all-natural ingredients that will moisturize and revitalize even the driest skin.
Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 52 minutes
Servings 2 cups
Author Jill Nystul
Cost $18

Equipment

  • Double Boiler
  • Hand Mixer
  • Glass Jar

Ingredients

  • 1 cup shea butter
  • 1/2 cup coconut oil
  • 1/2 cup almond oil
  • 30 drops essential oils

Instructions

  • Melt the shea butter and coconut oil together in the top part of a double boiler (or in a bowl suspended over a pan of simmering water.) Once they have melted together, remove from heat and let the mixture cool for 30 minutes.
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  • Stir in the almond oil and essential oils, then wait until oils start to partially solidify.
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  • Next, use a hand mixer to whip the mixture for a few minutes, or until it achieves a butter-like consistency.
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  • Transfer the finished body butter to a clean glass jar for storage.
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Notes

Due to gravity, your homemade body butter may lose some of its airiness over time. If that happens, simply use your hand mixer to re-whip it until it achieves your desired consistency.