Citrus Body Balm
For intense hydration, this body balm is not only super easy to make it's incredibly nourishing for the driest skin. Containing shea and cocoa butter, both rich in essential fatty acids, vitamins and antioxidants as well as beeswax to help lock in moisture and jojoba oil to add further nourishment and hydration to your skin.
The addition of essential oils not only leaves your skin smelling beautiful and feeling refreshed, they're also wonderfully effective in keeping skin healthy.
Ingredients
- 2 tbs beeswax
- 1tbs shea butter
- 1 tbs cocoa butter
- 40ml jojoba oil
- 60ml coconut oil
- 30 drops of citrus essential oils such as lemon, orange, grapefruit, lime, bergamot etc.
Method
Melt all ingredients except the essential oils in a microwave safe bowl or use a double boiler. Melt in 30 second intervals to ensure you don't overheat the mixture. Allow to cool just a little before adding your essential oils but do not cool so much that it starts to firm up. Immediately pour into your 60ml jar and leave until completely cooled before popping the lid on.
Directions for use: apply to dry or very dry skin, particularly hands, feet, elbows etc. Can also be used a styling balm for your hair to control frizz and add shine.