Bath and Body
Luxurious Whipped Body Butter for Mature Skin
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Luxurious Whipped Body Butter for Mature Skin
This rich, whipped body butter is specially formulated to nourish, soften and protect mature, dry skin. Packed with natural butters and botanical oils, it melts into the skin, leaving it feeling silky smooth without an overly greasy finish.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | % | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Shea Butter | 35% | 35g |
| Mango Butter | 20% | 20g |
| Pure Avocado Butter | 15% | 15g |
| Sweet Almond Oil | 13.5% | 13.5g* |
| Jojoba Oil | 12% | 12g |
| Rosehip Oil | 2% | 2g |
| Vitamin E | 1% | 1g |
| Arrowroot Powder (optional) | 1% | 1g* |
| Essential Oil Blend (optional) | 0.5% | 0.5g |
| Total | 100% | 100g |
*****If you choose not to use the arrowroot powder, increase the sweet almond oil to 14.5g to maintain a total of 100g.
Optional Essential Oil Blend (0.5%)
- Frankincense Essential Oil – 0.2g
- Lavender Essential Oil – 0.15g
- Geranium Essential Oil – 0.15g
Method
- Melt the shea butter, mango butter and pure avocado butter together in a double boiler over low heat.
- Remove from the heat and stir in the sweet almond oil, jojoba oil, rosehip oil and vitamin E.
- Place the mixture in the refrigerator until it becomes cloudy and starts to thicken but is not completely solid.
- Add the arrowroot powder (if using).
- Whip the mixture with an electric hand mixer for 3–5 minutes until light, fluffy and creamy.
- Stir in the essential oils, if using, and mix until evenly incorporated.
- Spoon into clean, dry jars and allow to set completely before use.
Benefits
- Shea Butter: Intensely moisturises and helps strengthen the skin’s natural barrier.
- Mango Butter: Softens and conditions the skin while providing a lighter skin feel.
- Pure Avocado Butter: Rich in nourishing fatty acids and vitamins that help keep mature skin soft, smooth and supple.
- Sweet Almond Oil: Provides excellent glide and helps improve skin softness.
- Jojoba Oil: Absorbs easily and helps maintain the skin’s natural moisture balance.
- Rosehip Oil: Rich in essential fatty acids and antioxidants that help support the skin barrier and improve the appearance of mature skin.
- Vitamin E: Acts as an antioxidant to help slow oxidation of the oils.
- Arrowroot Powder: Helps reduce the greasy feel, leaving a silky finish.
- Frankincense, Lavender and Geranium Essential Oils: Add a beautiful natural aroma and help create a luxurious skincare experience.
Shelf Life
Approximately 9–12 months when stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. As this is an anhydrous (water-free) product, no preservative is required. Always use clean, dry hands or a spatula when removing the product from the jar.
How to Use
Massage a small amount onto clean skin after bathing or showering while the skin is still slightly damp. This helps lock in moisture, leaving your skin feeling soft, smooth and deeply nourished.
