Beauty Balm

Beauty Balm

Achieving soft, smooth skin from head to toe doesn't have to be a challenge. This DIY skin care balm is perfect for treating your hair, lips, skin, cuticles, elbows, and feet. With natural ingredients like jojoba oil, coconut oil, cocoa butter, and beeswax, this versatile balm will become your go-to solution for all your skin care needs.

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cooling Time: 2 hours

Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes

Yield: 4 ounces

Equipment Needed:

• Saucepan or double boiler
• Wide mouth containers and small cosmetic jars

Ingredients:

• 6 tablespoons jojoba oil
• 4 tablespoons coconut oil
• 2 tablespoons cocoa butter
• 4 teaspoons beeswax

Procedure:

1. Combine the Ingredients:

• • Place the jojoba oil, coconut oil, cocoa butter, and beeswax in a glass measuring cup.

2. Melt the Ingredients:

• • In a saucepan, pour in water and set the glass measuring cup into the water.
  • Heat the saucepan over low heat and allow the oils and wax to melt together. Stir occasionally to ensure they are well mixed.
  • Once melted, remove the mixture from the heat.

3. Add Essential Oils:

• • Add 5–10 drops of your favorite essential oil. Popular choices include rose oil, jasmine oil, and lavender oil for their pleasant scents and additional skin benefits.

4. Pour and Cool:

• • Pour the melted mixture into wide mouth containers.
  • Leave the tops off and allow the balm to cool and set for about 2 hours.

5. Use as Desired:

• • Once the balm has cooled and set, it is ready to use. Apply it to your hair, lips, skin, cuticles, elbows, and feet as needed for moisturization and care.

Benefits of the Ingredients:

• Jojoba Oil: Mimics the skin's natural oils and is easily absorbed, making it perfect for moisturizing and protecting the skin.
• Coconut Oil: Known for its deep moisturizing properties, coconut oil helps to soothe and repair dry skin.
• Cocoa Butter: Rich in fatty acids, cocoa butter hydrates and nourishes the skin, improving elasticity.
• Beeswax: Forms a protective barrier on the skin, helping to lock in moisture without clogging pores.

Essential Oils Benefits:

• Rose Oil: Soothes and hydrates the skin while providing a luxurious fragrance.
• Jasmine Oil: Helps to balance moisture levels in the skin, reducing dryness and providing a calming scent.
• Lavender Oil: Known for its calming properties, lavender oil helps to soothe irritated skin and provides a relaxing aroma.

Conclusion:

This head-to-toe skin care balm is a fantastic addition to your beauty routine, offering natural hydration and nourishment for various parts of your body. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, you can create a multipurpose balm that keeps your skin soft, smooth, and radiant all year round. Enjoy the benefits of this DIY balm and give your skin the care it deserves.