Nourishing Hand Cream (Non-Greasy)
This homemade hand cream recipe is lighter and less greasy than typical DIY body butters, and can also be used as a hand lotion/body cream.
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Ingredients
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 1/8 cup shea butter
- 1/8 cup cocoa butter
- 1 tablespoon carrier oil of choice
- 1/2 tablespoon arrowroot powder
- 5-10 drops essential oils optional
Instructions
- Heat the shea butter, coconut oil, and cocoa butter over very low heat until melted. A double boiler works well for this.
- Remove from heat.
- Combine the carrier oil, arrowroot, and essential oils (if using) in a small bowl. Whisk to combine.
- Store in container of your choice. I like these small canning jars.
- Add the carrier oil mixture to the melted butters. Mix well with a fork or hand mixer, but don't over-whip. Allow to cool in the fridge.