Looking to make the cutest little DIY gift for the holidays? Here is a fun, festive, and useful recipe for a cozy and sweet scented treat for your skin! This nourishing solid lotion bar provides the lovely scent of freshly baked Christmas cookies while offering a rich and creamy skin loving moisture. Package them up in a reusable tin and affix the provided label for the perfect homemade gift!
What you Need:
½ C Beeswax
½ C Shea Butter (or Cocoa Butter)
½ C Coconut Oil
16 drops Ginger Essential Oil
16 drops Cinnamon Essential Oil
10 drops Clove Essential Oil
10 drops Nutmeg Essential Oil
10 drops Vanilla Absolute
10 drops Orange Essential Oil
How to Make It:
In a double boiler, melt all of your ingredients down to liquid, except the Essential Oils
Remove the mixture from heat and let it cool for about 2 minutes.
Stir in the Essential Oil blend of your choice or use the recipe above.
Pour immediately into molds (Gingerbread shape would be perfect for this).
Let them cool on the counter for about 30 minutes, then move them to the fridge to fully harden.
Pop them out of the molds and package them for gifts. Feel free to print the provided label to put on the tin or bag for a special touch!
How to Use It:
Simply remove from the package, apply the lotion bar to dry skin areas, and rub in it for long lasting hydration with a yummy scent!
And here is a convenient label you can print off to add to your DIY.
These labels are designed for a 2 x 3 template, such as Avery 36460
Click on the image below to open a printable version!
