Natural Body Butter Base Recipe
Description
A luxurious, thick cream emulsion that can be customised with essential oils and other active ingredients for a nourishing body product.
| Ingredient | Amount | Description | |
| Demineralised Water | 55% | UV Treated – free from bacteria. | |
| Glycerine | 3% | Improves hydration. Provides pleasant sheen. | |
| OliveM Emulsifier | 8% | Forms bond between water & oil molecules. | |
| Apricot Kernel oil | 8% | Encourages healthy, revitalised complexion. | |
| Macadamia oil | 7% | Rich in fatty acids, supports supple skin. | |
| Avocado oil | 6% | High vitamin content. Improves skin hydration. | |
| Cocoa Butter | 4% | Useful for dry, dull skin. Boosts elasticity. | |
| Shea Nut Butter | 4% | Highly protective. Great for dry skin types. | |
| Vitamin E Natural | 1% |
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| Leucidal | 2.5% | Broad-spectrum preservative. | |
| Phytocide Elderberry | 1.5% | Broad-spectrum preservative. |
Step 1: Measure Water and Glycerine into vessel and heat to 70°C maximum.
Step 2: Measure Carrier oils, Emulsifier & Butters into another vessel and heat to 70°C maximum.
Step 3: Once both have reached the same temperature, add oil phase to water, emulsify for approximately 5 minutes using hand blender in short bursts.
Step 4: Cool emulsion to approx. 50°C, add Vitamin E, mix for 1 minute with hand blender to ensure thorough dispersion.
Step 5: Add preservatives and mix for 1 final minute.
Step 6: Spoon off into jars and leave to cool before closing the lid.
