DIY Lavender Essential Oils Body Lotion

​Adapted from: Thriftydiydiva.com
 
Lavender is known for its’ relaxing properties, and it’s especially popular in bath and body products. Follow this DIY recipe to make your own relaxing lotion!
Ingredients:

• 1 cup aloe vera gel
• 1 1/2 oz. vegetable based emulsifying wax (2 Tbsp)
• 1/2 cup almond oil
• 1 Tbsp. shea butter
• 15 – 20 drops lavender essential oil 
• 1 tsp. vanilla extract

Instructions:
Using a double boiler on low heat, combine the wax, shea butter, and amond oil. Stir until melted.
Let it cool until it’s soft, but do not allow it to completely harden.
In a separate bowl, mix the aloe vera gel, vanilla and lavender essential oil and set aside.
Add aloe mixture to the softened oil and wax and use a blender to whip.
Use a small canning jar or an old lotion container.
Makes about 12 ounces.

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