Almond and Joy Body Lotion Submitted by: SmoothLegs | Date Added: 14 Oct 2009 | Listed in: Body / Body Lotion

1/2 cup water
1/8 tsp borax powder
1/2 cup almond oil
1 tsp coconut oil
1 tsp grated beeswax
2 tbsp honey
3-4 drops orange essential oil (optional)

Mix water and borax together, stirring until well mixed. Set aside. Mix together the almond oil, coconut oil, honey, and beeswax in a glass measuring cup. Place the cup with the oils-beeswax mixture in a pan of water (about 1 to 2" of water), making a warm water bath.

Heat over medium heat until the beeswax is melted (typically 8 to 10 minutes), stirring occasionally. When the wax is melted, bring the water/borax solution almost to boiling (put the glass cup with the water/borax in the microwave on High for 1 minute or use a water bath on the stove top.

Remove the oil-beeswax mixture from the water bath and pour into blender. Slowly add water/borax to the mixture in the blender and whip. Allow the lotion to cool completely. The consistency may seem a bit thin, but it will thicken as it cools. You may add the orange essential oil now if you wish. Pour into a lotion container.

To use: Massage a small amount into your skin and enjoy.

This recipe is not for the faint of heart. Do not use a blender that you plan on preparing food with. The results are well worth the time and effort to make this wonderful body lotion.

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