Easy Homemade Body Butter Recipe
Introduction
This easy homemade body butter is a luxurious, nourishing blend perfect for softening and moisturizing your skin. Made with natural butters and oils, it’s simple to create and customizable with your favorite essential oils.
Ingredients
- ½ cup (3.4 oz) shea butter
- ½ cup (2.1 oz) cocoa butter
- ½ cup jojoba oil, grapeseed oil, coconut oil, almond oil, olive oil, or sunflower seed oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch, arrowroot starch, or tapioca starch
- 10 – 30 drops essential oil of choice (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1: Melt the shea butter, cocoa butter, and your chosen oil together. You can do this using a double boiler by placing a heatproof bowl over simmering water, stirring occasionally until melted. Alternatively, use a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 20-second increments, stirring carefully to avoid overheating. Once melted, chill the mixture in the fridge for 45–60 minutes until edges are solid but center remains slightly soft.
- Step 2: Add the starch and essential oil to the cooled mixture. Begin with 10 drops of essential oil, adding more if desired. Whip the ingredients using a stand mixer, hand mixer, or whisk until the body butter is light and fluffy. Transfer the whipped body butter to a sealable jar for storage.
Tips & Variations
- Choose your carrier oil based on skin type: jojoba or grapeseed for oily skin, almond or olive oil for dry skin, and coconut oil for extra hydration.
- Adjust the amount of essential oil to your liking, starting with fewer drops to avoid irritation.
- For a silkier finish, sift the starch before adding to remove lumps.
Storage
Store the body butter in a cool, dry place at room temperature. In hot weather, keep it in the fridge to prevent melting. It should last up to one year. When ready to use, apply immediately after showering and allow a few minutes to absorb before dressing.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use any essential oil?
Yes, but make sure to choose skin-safe essential oils and patch test for allergies. Avoid citrus oils if you plan to be in the sun shortly after application.
What if the body butter is too soft or too hard?
If too soft, try adding a bit more solid butter (like shea or cocoa). If too hard, add a little more liquid oil next time. Temperature and humidity can also affect texture.
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Easy Homemade Body Butter Recipe
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: About 1 cup of body butter 1x
Description
This Easy Homemade Body Butter recipe blends luxurious shea and cocoa butters with your choice of nourishing oils, creating a whipped, creamy moisturizer that hydrates and softens skin. Ideal for daily use, this body butter is customizable with your favorite essential oils, providing a delightful scent and silky texture that melts into skin. Perfect for all skin types and simple to make with just a few natural ingredients.
Ingredients
Butters
- ½ cup (3.4 oz) shea butter
- ½ cup (2.1 oz) cocoa butter
Oils
- ½ cup jojoba oil, grapeseed oil, coconut oil, almond oil, olive oil, or sunflower seed oil (choose one based on skin preference)
Additives
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch, arrowroot starch, or tapioca starch
- 10 – 30 drops essential oil of choice (optional, e.g., vanilla essential oil)
Instructions
- Melt the Butters and Oil: Use either a double boiler or microwave to gently melt the shea butter, cocoa butter, and chosen oil. For the double boiler, set a heatproof bowl over simmering water, stirring occasionally until fully melted. For the microwave, heat in 20-second increments, stirring carefully to avoid overheating. Once melted, place the mixture in the fridge for 45–60 minutes until partially solidified but still slightly soft in the center.
- Whip the Body Butter: When the oils are chilled with solid edges but melty center, add the starch and your preferred amount of essential oil (start with 10 drops). Use a stand mixer, hand mixer, or whisk to whip the mixture until it is light, fluffy, and pale in color.
- Store and Use: Transfer the whipped body butter to a sealable jar. Store at room temperature or refrigerate if the environment is hot (above 90°F/32°C) to prevent melting. For best results, apply immediately after showering, allow it to absorb for a few minutes, and consider using before bed while wearing cotton pajamas for soft, moisturized skin overnight.
Notes
- Choose oils based on your skin type: jojoba for balancing, grapeseed for lightness, coconut for deep moisturizing, almond for softness, olive for nourishment, or sunflower for vitamin E benefits.
- Essential oils are optional and can be adjusted for scent intensity.
- Store body butter in a cool place to maintain its whipped texture.
- This body butter can melt at approximately 90°F (32°C), so refrigeration may be needed in hot climates.
- Use within 1 year for best quality and freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Body Care
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: N/A
Keywords: homemade body butter, natural moisturizer, shea butter recipe, cocoa butter cream, whipped body butter, DIY skin care, essential oil body butter
