Vanilla & Jojoba Oil Body Butter
A rich and creamy body butter made with shea butter, coconut oil, jojoba oil, and vanilla extract, perfect for dry skin relief and a cozy scent.
Yield: 1 8 ounce jar
Calories: 100kcal
Materials
Base Ingredients
- 1/2 cup shea butter (raw or refined) Choose based on desired scent and texture.
- 1/4 cup coconut oil (solid) Use solid coconut oil, not liquid fractionated.
- 2 tablespoons jojoba oil Cold-pressed is recommended for quality.
Flavoring Ingredients
- 1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract Can replace with vanilla oleoresin.
- 6 to 10 drops optional essential oil (e.g., lavender or sweet orange) Only if desired for fragrance.
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash jars, lids, bowl, and spatula with hot soapy water and let them dry completely.
- Lay out all ingredients and tools on a clean towel for easy access.
Melting
- Fill a saucepan with an inch or two of water and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Place a heat-safe bowl on top and add the shea butter and coconut oil to melt.
- Once melted, remove from heat and stir in jojoba oil and vanilla extract.
Cooling and Whipping
- Cool mixture in the fridge for 20 to 30 minutes until slightly thick.
- Whip with a hand mixer for 2 to 4 minutes until fluffy and lighter in color.
- If too runny, chill for another 10 minutes and whip again.
- Spoon into a clean jar and tap lightly to settle the mixture.
Storage
- Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight.
- Use clean fingers or a small spoon to scoop out to maintain freshness.
Notes
This body butter lasts 3 to 6 months and should be tossed if it smells rancid or off. You can replace coconut oil with more shea butter if desired.