I try to water and drink Many minerals (including salt water), but sometimes my skin needs a little extra moisture. This aloe vera lotion softens dry skin and leaves skin feeling moisturized. Works great as a body lotion or face lotion. Even better, it only contains a few simple ingredients!
This moisturizing lotion combines organic aloe vera gel, rich shea butter and almond oil. All without the parabens, sulfates, and dimethoxides found in store-bought skin care products.
Aloe Vera Body Lotion
As the weather gets colder, many of us experience drier skin. Living in a humid climate is no longer a problem for me. However, sometimes my skin needs some light hydration. I love lotion bars and this homemade lotion for intense nourishment, this aloe lotion is great when you want something lighter.
Aloe has a similar feel to glycerin in skin care recipes, but it doesn’t feel as sticky. It absorbs well into the skin without leaving a greasy feeling. If you are using Fresh aloe vera From the herbs, this lotion only lasts a week or two before it goes bad. Aloe vera gel sold in stores and online is preserved and lasts for a long time, up to 6 weeks.
Aloe Vera skin benefits
I love them so much I have an aloe plant in my house! They are good not only for treating wounds but also for other skin irritations. You’ve probably used aloe vera gel to soothe a sunburn at some point.
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice is rich in nutrients like potassium, vitamin C, vitamin E, beta-carotene and antioxidants. It also helps our skin to produce hyaluronic acid and collagen to prevent wrinkles. Aloe helps the skin to be more elastic and elastic so that it “springs back.”
Options for ingredients
This lotion can be used as a face cream. It can work well Those with acne Or eczema, depending on the exact ingredient you use. Oils like olive and avocado oil are great for dry or more mature skin types. If you are prone to acne or want to reduce the appearance of wrinkles, adding some rosehip seed oil is a good choice. I prefer sweet almond (non-greasy) or jojoba, which act as a moisturizer and sink deep into the skin.
I use shea butter for an extra rich feel, but it’s optional. You can use cocoa butter or mango butter instead. Cocoa butter is a more powerful moisturizer, while mango butter is lighter and absorbs faster.
Homemade aloe vera lotion
This aloe-based lotion is smoother and lighter than some alternatives. Great for all skin types and even little ones!
Product: 6.5 oz
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Melt the beeswax, oil and shea butter (if using) in a double boiler or glass bowl over a pan of water.
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Remove from the heat and pour into a blender or mason jar (if using an immersion blender). You can use a stand mixer for this.
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Add vitamin E (if using) and any essential oils.
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Let cool to room temperature. You want it to be room temperature and just starting to harden around the edges. This will help ensure that the lotion is properly absorbed.
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If you use it, add Leucidal whole to the aloe.
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Start mixing on low using a mixer or immersion blender. Very slowly, start adding aloe vera gel to room temperature until it is mixed. Use a spatula to scrape down the sides and mix again a few times until fully combined.
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Store in a glass jar in the refrigerator for up to six weeks.
If your family goes through a lot of lotion then feel free to double the recipe.
Keeping and storing lotion
Vitamin E helps prevent the oils from oxidizing quickly, but does not protect the lotion. If you want to use a natural preservative, you can add some Leucidal whole to slow the growth of microbes. With protection, it should last for several months in the refrigerator.
As always, be sure to store in a cool, dark place away from direct light and heat. Bathroom counters are not the best place in wet bathrooms! And use only clean fingers to apply.
Try to work Homemade non-toxic sunscreen as well as.
Have you ever made your own lotion before? Leave a comment and let me know!