Without doubt, store-bought body lotions come in all kinds of scents and textures and we love applying them to our bodies and smelling nice for the whole day. However, these products are not as good for us as advertised, mostly because of the numerous chemicals and toxins present in them that can damage the skin and impede our overall health.
According to experts, the most harmful ingredients that you can come across the most commonly-used body lotions are fragrance or parfum which stands for hormone-disrupting phthalates, benzyl alcohol which is carcinogenic, and PEG-100 stearate, which also exhibits carcinogenic properties.
With this in mind, it is a far better and safer solution to opt for homemade lotions that are made with organic ingredients and protect your health and well-being and that of your loved ones!
DIY Myrrh & Frankincense 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 oil
15 drops of myrrh oil
BPA-free lotion dispenser bottle
A bowl
Preparation: Add the coconut oil, olive oil, shea butter, and beeswax in a bowl and mix them well. Then, put the bowl in a saucepan with water and bring it to medium-high heat. When the mixture has become homogeneous, remove it from the stove and place the bowl in the fridge. Wait for an hour and then beat it with a hand mixer until it becomes fluffy. Add in the essential oils and vitamin E and mix them well once more. Fill the bottle with the lotion and keep it in a cool and dark area.
Use: Apply it onto the skin as you would apply a regular lotion.
The Healing Benefits of the Ingredients
Myrrh oil has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, anti-cancerous, and astringent characteristics. It is highly recommendable for relief from inflammation and pain and it is also good in speeding up the healing of minor wounds.
Frankincense oil is considered to be the “king” of oils because of its strong healing capacity. It assists in the regeneration of the cells and maintains their health at an optimal level. It is highly effective in helping with dry skin, premature aging, as well as with scars and stretch marks.
Shea butter is a whitish fatty substance which is made from the nuts of shea tree from West Africa and it is abundant in vitamin A and can be of great aid against blemishes, wrinkles, stretch marks, muscle tiredness, and dermatitis. According to a study, it is also a major source of anti-inflammatory and anti-tumor compounds and it has a strong anti-aging capacity.