DIY: Body Oil
/Gemma loves to make her own body oil using our Shea Butter as a base and adding in various different oils you find in the kitchen! You can vary the different oils you use depending on what you have available. For a more liquid oil use a higher percentage of liquid oils, for more of a body butter use a higher percentage of solid oils such as shea butter and coconut oil.
Suggested Ingredients to make body oil:
Shea Butter :excellent moisturiser, boosts collagen production, anti-inflammatory, rich in vitamins A, E and F
Rapeseed Oil :has antioxidants and Vitamin E, high in beta carotene
Olive Oil :rich in vitamins and antioxidants, anti-aging effects, relief from sun damage
Coconut Oil :very moisturising, has anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antiviral properties
25 drops essential oils of your choice
Method:
Create a Bain Marie by placing water into a saucepan and placing a bowl into the saucepan so that the sides are heated by the water. Place on medium heat to heat water. Add your more solid oils such as shea and coconut to gently melt together. Once melted remove bowl from heat and add in your remaining oils and mix together. Leave to cool for 15 mins and then add in your chosen essential oils. Pour into a bottle, body oil will be okay to use once cool.
