Lavender Body Butter

Lavender Body Butter

Lavender contains several active compounds that counter inflammation, speed healing and encourage new cell turnover, making this luxurious body butter therapeutic and fragrant.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons kukui nut oil

1 tablespoon sweet almond oil

1 tablespoon shea butter

1 tablespoon grated beeswax (or pastilles)

1 tablespoon lavender flower powder

¼ cup grated cocoa butter

8 drops lavender essential oil

Directions

Combine the oils, beeswax, lavender powder and butters in the top of a double boiler and gently heat until completely melted. Add the lavender essential oil and stir to combine. Remove from heat and immediately pour into a clean jar. Let the lotion cool for several hours or overnight before capping and labeling.

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