When skin needs serious moisture, lotion bars are the way to go. A lotion bar typically refers to a combination of butters, wax and oil that create a firm yet spreadable product when combined. Because they are made solely of oils, they are great for extremely dry areas like elbows, knees and cuticles. They are wonderful for a home spa day, or if skin needs a pick-me-up throughout the day.
These Lavender Lotion Bars are made with a luxurious blend of argan oil, avocado butter and white beeswax. Argan oil is rich in vitamin E and gives this bar a spreadable texture. Avocado butter and beeswax add firmness to the bars. Lavender 40/42 essential oil gives a light and calming floral scent. I love using the mini deodorant tubes for lotion bars because they are easy to travel with and carry around in your purse. Download and print this free label template for a finishing touch.
What You’ll Need:
17 Mini Deodorant Tubes
3.5 oz. Argan Oil
3 oz. Avocado Butter
2 oz. White Beeswax
0.1 oz. Lavender 40/42 Essential Oil
Optional: Lavender Lotion Bar Label Template
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ONE: In a small heat-safe container, combine the argan oil, avocado butter and white beeswax. Microwave on 30-60 second bursts until fully melted. Beeswax has a high melting point and can take awhile to fully melt. Because of this, don’t use a glass container with too much head space. A mostly-empty container can actually explode if it gets too hot in the microwave. Once melted, remove from the microwave carefully, as the mixture will be very hot.
TWO: Add the lavender 40/42 essential oil and stir to fully incorporate.
THREE: Carefully pour the mixture into the deodorant tubes. Allow to fully cool and harden. This will take several hours or up to overnight. Store these bars in a cool place because they can melt slightly in extremely high temperatures (aka: if you live in Arizona, don’t leave one of these in your car upside down). To use, apply to dry areas of the skin. I love lotion bars for dry patches such as knees, feet and elbows. For an extra deep feet-loving moisture experience, fully moisten your feet before bed with the lotion bar and then slip on cotton socks to sleep in. When you wake up, your skin will be extra happy, supple and moist thanks to those nourishing skin-loving ingredients.
Lavender Lotion Bar Tutorial
Ingredients
- 17 Mini Deodorant Tubes
- 3.5 oz. Argan Oil
- 3 oz. Avocado Butter
- 2 oz. White Beeswax
- 0.1 oz. Lavender 40/42 Essential Oil
Instructions
- In a small heat-safe container, combine the argan oil, avocado butter and white beeswax. Microwave on 30-60 second bursts until fully melted. Beeswax has a high melting point and can take a while to fully melt. Because of this, don’t use a glass container with too much head space. The container can actually explode if it gets too hot! Once melted, remove from the microwave carefully, as the mixture will be very hot.
- Add the lavender 40/42 essential oil and stir to fully incorporate.
- Carefully pour the mixture into the deodorant tubes. Allow to fully cool and harden. This will take several hours or up to overnight. Store these bars in a cool place because they can melt slightly in extremely high temperatures! Carefully pour the mixture into the deodorant tubes. Allow to fully cool and harden. This will take several hours or up to overnight. Store these bars in a cool place because they can melt slightly in extremely high temperatures! To use, apply to dry areas of the skin. I love lotion bars for dry patches such as knees and elbows!!
