Nowadays, the number of store-bought body lotions is on the rise and there is a wide array of products to choose for. However, these products are not as beneficial for us as we think because most of them are filled with dangerous chemicals such as phthalates, benzyl alcohol, and PEG-100 stearate. To minimize our exposure to toxins, we have prepared a recipe for one of the best natural lotions ever! Make sure you check it out below.
Recipe for Amazing Homemade Lotion
You will need:
¼ cup of olive oil
¼ cup of coconut oil
¼ cup of Beeswax
¼ cup of shea butter
2 tbsp of vitamin E
15 drops of frankincense essential oil
15 drops of myrrh essential oil
Empty bottle
Preparation: Mix the olive oil, coconut oil, shea butter, and beeswax first in a bowl and then put the bowl in a saucepan with water and warm it up on medium heat. Stir the ingredients well and when they blend in, remove them from the heat and put them in the fridge for an hour. Then, with the help of a mixer, whip the mixture and add the essential oils and vitamin E and mix the content once more. Transfer the content into the bottle and keep it in a cool area.
Use: Apply it onto the body by massaging it gently onto the skin after showering.
The Benefits of the Essential Oils
Myrrh essential oil is rich in anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, astringent, and anti-septic characteristics and it is highly beneficial for speeding up the healing of wounds.
Frankincense oil will preserve the health of the tissues and cells and maintain the optimal health of the skin. It is great in decreasing visibility of scars and stretch marks. It is also effective for people who have dry skin or want to reduce visible signs of aging.