Perfect Homemade Gift: DIY Whipped Body Butter

Beauty Boss | The Upside Blog by Vitacost.com

by | Updated: October 13th, 2020 | Read time: 2 minutes

I love giving homemade gifts – the thought, effort and creativity that go into making something yourself just can’t be beat by a store-bought item. Last year, I was on peppermint body scrub kick – I gave it out for the holidays, gifted it for birthdays and even made some for Mother’s Day. This year, I was looking for something a little more luxurious for all the ladies in my life.

This (easy!) recipe for velvety smooth whipped body butter totally won my heart – scooping it on your skin is like enveloping your body in a blanket of fluffy, velvety moisture! Plus, it can be customized to match your friend or family member’s favorite scent.

DIY Coconut Body Butter

DIY Whipped Body Butter

  1. If you don’t have a double boiler, you can use a glass bowl or large measuring cup to combine cocoa butter, shea butter, coconut oil and carrier oil. Add a small amount of water in a saucepan and heat on medium, then place your bowl in the hot water to gently melt the ingredients.
  2. Remove your bowl from the heat and let the mixture cool for a few minutes. Next, place it in the fridge for 1 hour until it starts to harden slightly.
  3. Add in your essential oil(s) of choice. Using a stand or hand mixer, whip the mixture until the oil is mixed in and you get a satisfyingly fluffy consistency (can take up to 10 minutes).
  4. Chill in the refrigerator for another 10-15 minutes until mixture is set. Scoop into glass jars and adorn with festive ribbon!

Your body butter should stay “whipped” as long as it’s kept in a cool, dry place. If not, you can chill and re-whip as needed.