Mango Body Butter
A lightweight, creamy body butter that hydrates and nourishes the skin without a greasy feel.
Yield: 1 jar
Calories: 100kcal
Materials
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup Mango butter Creamy and not too greasy
- 1/2 cup Lightweight carrier oil (jojoba, sweet almond, or grapeseed oil) Choose one based on personal preference
- 1 tablespoon Arrowroot powder or cornstarch Tiny amount to cut the oily feel
- 1 teaspoon Vitamin E oil Optional, helps slow down rancidity and adds skin benefits
- 5 drops Essential oil Optional for scent (e.g., lavender, vanilla, or sweet orange)
Instructions
Preparation
- Melt the base gently by adding mango butter to a heat-safe bowl over a pot of simmering water. Stir until melted.
- Remove the bowl from heat and mix in your chosen carrier oil. Stir well.
- Allow the mixture to cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for short bursts until it appears cloudy and slightly thick.
- Stir in vitamin E (if using) and sprinkle in the arrowroot powder or cornstarch, mixing smoothly.
- Whip the mixture using a hand mixer for a few minutes until fluffy and lighter in color.
Notes
Store in a clean, dry jar and use within 3 to 6 months. Keep cool and avoid direct sunlight. If it melts, re-whip for best texture.