DIY Vitamin E Night Cream
A simple, comforting night cream made with just three main ingredients to deeply moisturize and nourish your skin overnight.
Yield: 1 jar
Calories: 200kcal
Materials
Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons cocoa butter (about 28 to 30 grams)
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil (about 27 to 28 grams)
- 1 teaspoon vitamin E oil (from capsules or a bottle)
Optional Ingredients
- 2-3 drops skin safe essential oil (like lavender) Optional and can be skipped.
Instructions
Preparation
- Add the cocoa butter and coconut oil to a heat safe bowl or glass jar.
- Place it over a gentle water bath (a saucepan with simmering water) and keep the heat low.
- Stir until everything is fully melted and looks clear and combined.
- Take it off the heat and let it cool for about 10 minutes until it's warm, not hot.
- Stir in the vitamin E oil or poke and squeeze from capsules.
- Pop the mixture into the fridge for 20 to 30 minutes until it starts to look cloudy and thick around the edges.
- Whip with a hand mixer for 30 to 60 seconds until creamy and lighter in color, or stir well if not using a mixer.
- Scoop into a clean jar with a lid.
Notes
Store the cream in a cool, dark place and use within 2 to 3 months for best freshness. If it smells off or changes color, discard it. Avoid introducing water into the jar to prevent spoilage. Use a clean, dry spoon or spatula each time.