Vanilla Orange Blossom Whipped Body Butter
A luxurious and nourishing body butter that hydrates and soothes dry skin with comforting vanilla and floral orange blossom scents.
Yield: 1 jar
Calories: 400kcal
Materials
Body Butter Base
- 1 cup shea butter Main softness, helps with dry patches.
- 1/2 cup cocoa butter Adds firmness and creamy texture.
- 1/4 cup coconut oil Facilitates glide and melt on skin.
- 1/4 cup jojoba oil or sweet almond oil Provides silkiness and helps reduce waxiness.
Scent
- 10 drops vanilla essential oil For warm bakery-like fragrance.
- 10 drops orange blossom scent Can use skin-safe fragrance oil or neroli essential oil.
Optional Ingredients
- 1 tbsp arrowroot powder For a more powdery finish.
Instructions
Melt
- Melt shea butter, cocoa butter, and coconut oil gently using a double boiler. Stir until just melted.
Blend
- Turn off heat and stir in jojoba or sweet almond oil.
Cool
- Refrigerate the mixture for 20 to 40 minutes until it looks cloudy and thicker, like soft pudding.
Add Fragrance
- Once semi-set, stir in vanilla essential oil and orange blossom scent. Sift in arrowroot powder, if using.
Whip
- Use a hand mixer to whip the mixture for about five minutes until it turns pale and fluffy.
Jar
- Spoon the whipped body butter into sterilized jars, tap gently to remove air pockets, and close the lid.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best results. Store in a cool, dry place. Shelf life is around 6 to 12 months. Avoid direct sunlight and discard if the smell changes.