Once I learned what was in the lotion bars– and more importantly, what WASN’T in them– I made the switch for good. The recipe is four simple ingredients I buy in bulk, plus essential oils.
I make a batch about twice a year. I keep them in the fridge in a mason jar in my DIY beauty products section of the refrigerator. You don’t have one of those? Oh, we can totally fix that. Before you know it, you’ll be making lip balms, bath bombs, hand soap and who knows what else!
Over the years, I’ve tried many different variations and ingredients and have perfected my favorite recipe. The key ingredient is– wait for it– mango butter.
Have a question about this project?
Could you use some preservatives in this and not have to store it in the refrigerator?
It doesn’t need a preservative.,,no water, and bacteria don’t grow without it.
I add tapioca starch to mine, to cut down on the greasiness.
This sounds like a fabulous way to pamper myself! How do these stay solid at room temp in the bathroom? Or, do they partially melt and need to be kept in a container?
I keep a couple in a jar or dish in the bathroom, mine have never melted. Coconut oil will melt at about 76 degrees. If you leave them in a warm car, that's another story. :)
How do you use these? Like soap? Or just rub on body?
Hi Allison! Yes, just rub into your skin like you would lotion.