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My Reward PointsDo you love the scent of lavender or lotion bars? Then this DIY is for you. Lavender lotion bars make a perfect gift for your mother on Mother's Day and even for your close family and friends. It represents a thoughtful gift made with love and care. Lavender lotion bars don't contain harmful chemicals that can cause skin irritation. It keeps your skin moisturized for a longer period.
Made with the richness of lavender and its aroma. They are non-greasy, non-sticky, and get absorbed by the skin quickly. They are compact and easy to carry, making them accessible whenever the skin requires them. Not only do lotion bars look after your skin, but they also look after nature as they don't leave a carbon footprint. They are making it a wonderful choice for your skin and planet.
How Do Lotion Bars work?
Lotion bars are made from natural ingredients with no preservatives. They work just like normal lotion. The only difference is that they are solid and usually melt when they come in contact with the skin,
permitting the application to be done smoothly. The lotion bar penetrates the skin deeply, allowing the moisture to reach all the skin layers, making it a great product for sensitive skin.
Homemade Lavender Lotion Bar Recipe
Lavender lotion bars let you fight dry skin throughout the day. The perfect amount of essential oils will facilitate skin repair and minimize inflammation or irritation.
They are made with organic ingredients and filled with nature's goodness. Ingredients for making lavender lotion bars can be found in your home or at a convenience store nearby.
Ingredients
- Shea Butter - 1 Cup
- Virgin Coconut Oil - 1 Cup
- Organic Beeswax - 1 Cup
- Lavender Essential Oil - 15 Drops
- Vitamin E Oil - 1 Tablespoon
Tools
- Bowl
- Spoon
- Silicone molds
- Double boiler/ large pot
Direction - Step-by-Step Guide
Steps: 1 Melt coconut oil in a double boiler/ larger pot on a low flame, add shea butter and beeswax. Keep mixing until they are in a liquid form and mixed.
Steps: 2 Turn off the stove, add vitamin E oil, and mix them.
Steps: 3 Let it cool down for a while. Later, add 15-20 drops of lavender essential oil.
Steps: 4 Stir everything together and pour them into the molds.
Steps: 5 Let them sit for a while until they are solid to use.
Steps: 6 Once they have hardened, remove them from the silicone molds.
Steps: 7 Keep one lotion bar for use and store the rest of them in a cold, dry place.
How To Use Lavender Lotion Bars ?
You can use lavender lotion bars twice a day, once in the morning after showering and the second time before bed. It will allow your skin to absorb all the benefits lavender can offer into the skin and keep it moisturized and hydrated throughout the day and night.
Single lotion bars generally last for two months (depending on your user habits). They don't expire before six months from the day they are made.
Conclusion
Lavender lotion bars offer a natural approach to self-care. Lotion bars provide much more benefits than a traditional lotion offers. Lavender works wonders on dry and irritated skin due to its calming, antibacterial, and antifungal properties, as it promotes relaxation. They are hydrating, soothing on the skin, non-greasy, and non-sticky.
Adding to the list of benefits, they are convenient and travel-friendly as they fit easily in your bag, taking up less space than a traditional lotion bottle. It eliminates the risk of spilling and ruining your bag. They don't take any plastic packaging, which makes them eco-friendly and leaves zero carbon footprint behind. Once you start using lavender lotion bars, your skin will radiate glow.
