More about that in a second what are the main components of a simple homemade lotion.
Water based body lotion recipe.
Body butters and lotions both present two very different types of moisturization.
This lotion is ultra moisturizing and more oily than water based lotions so you won t need to use as much.
As everyone has their preference it s best to decide.
However in the warm weather it will melt down a bit.
Since water and oil do not mix i had to use a little emulsifying wax to make the water combine with the oil.
I love most body lotions but don t feel they nourish my skin as much as the thick oily lotions do.
1 4 cup of coconut oil.
Lotion is typically made with water.
It also has a longer shelf life than some homemade lotion recipes since all ingredients are already shelf stable and no water is added.
So if you make this body lotion recipe in summer you should reduce the amount of sweet almond oil.
Why i love this nighttime body lotion.
Then you can customize the recipe with your favorite oils and additives.
Once you learn the basics of making lotion from scratch the process is easy.
Butter is butter and i don t love body butter on my face.
Get the recipe here.
All you have to do is combine oil water and an emulsifier.
How to formulate lotion recipes.
Like we said above it s a good idea to make smaller quantities of this lotion or to store in the fridge.
Use within 6 months for best moisturizing benefits.
This recipe provided makes a lot of lotion so i cut the amounts provided here in half.
I need a light lotion for my face so i gave this recipe a try.
Body butters create a barrier on the skin that seal in moisture and provide lubrication.
The use of water in this recipe decreases its shelf life.
This one is light but still moisturizing.
It s light and fluffy and never greasy.
The main component of lotion which makes it differ from a body butter is water.
A creamy homemade lotion recipe that yields a natural hand and body moisturizer that repairs dry skin.
Body butter has a much longer shelf life.
I think the halved recipe is the perfect amount since i m the only person.
People s fear about how to preserve lotions is probably the main reason that most bloggers stick to making body butters rather than lotions.
Bringing together oil and water means that there are a few more elements needed than just melting together all of the ingredients like in a lotion bar.
This body lotion can be used within 6 months.
Use as you would regular lotion.
Below we go over common ingredients and what properties they add to lotion.
If you love the scents of citrus fruits you should not skip this body lotion recipe.
Ever since i posted a recipe for a light non greasy moisturizing spray i ve had countless requests for a heavier creamy homemade lotion recipe.
You will need an emulsifier to hold the oil and water together a thickener to give the lotion some body and a preservative to keep the nasty stuff out.
