Shea Butter Lotion Bar Stick
This creamy lotion bar is in a convenient stick form to keep hands mess free. Customize it with your favorite scents!
Servings: 2 ounces
Ingredients
- 2 TBSP shea butter
- 1 TBSP coconut oil can use extra shea butter if allergic to coconut
- 2 tsp olive oil (or castor oil)
- 2 tsp beeswax pellets
- 20 drops essential oils (optional)
Instructions
- Add several inches of water to the bottom pot.
- Add all of the ingredients except essential oils to the top of the double boiler or heat safe glass bowl on top of a pot. Heat the ingredients over medium heat until melted, stirring ocassionally.
- Remove from heat and stir in the essential oils.
- Pour the mixture into the lotion bar tube.
- Let cool for several hours or overnight in the fridge.
Notes
- Cooling in the fridge speeds up the cooling time but it also helps the shea butter to stay smooth after cooling.
- Keep in a cool, dry place for up to 2 years.