Homemade Whipped Body Butter
This rich and fluffy body butter recipe is easy to make, customizable, and perfect for moisturizing dry skin.
Yield: 2 small jars
Calories: 120kcal
Materials
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup shea butter or mango butter For the creamy base.
- 1/2 cup cocoa butter For firmness and scent.
Oils
- 1/2 cup carrier oil (sweet almond, jojoba, or grapeseed) Choose based on preference.
- 1 tbsp vitamin E oil Optional for freshness.
- 5 drops essential oils Optional for scent.
Optional Add-ins
- 1/4 tsp arrowroot powder or cornstarch Optional to cut greasiness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Melt shea butter and cocoa butter in a heat-safe bowl over a pot of simmering water.
- Once melted, remove from heat and stir in the carrier oil and vitamin E oil if using.
- If adding essential oils, wait until the mixture cools slightly.
Cooling and Whipping
- Chill the mixture in the fridge for 20 to 40 minutes until edges are opaque and the center is like thick pudding.
- Whip the mixture using a hand mixer until fluffy and airy.
Jar and Store
- Spoon or pipe the whipped butter into clean jars and tap gently to remove air pockets.
- Label if gifting.
Notes
Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. Use clean hands or a spoon to scoop out the butter. If it smells off, discard it.