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]]> According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women. It is likely you may know somebody affected by breast cancer, or maybe you are a breast cancer survivor yourself. Fortunately, death rates from breast cancer have been declining since 1990. Early detection is key; be proactive and schedule an annual breast exam.
This soothing breast balm was created to raise awareness and help women going through breast cancer treatment. The recipe is inspired by Sharon’s Boob Balm for Radiation Burns. Using similar soothing ingredients such as olive oil, vitamin E oil and calendula extract and lavender essential oil, this balm is moisturizing and calming for any ouch or rough patch on skin.  Apply this balm directly to affected area multiple times per day. If you are going through radiation, check out  Sharon’s Boob Balm for Radiation Burns for an extra powerful version of the recipe below.

What You’ll Need:
2.1 oz. Olive Oil
1.4 oz. Avocado Oil
1.2 oz. Cocoa Butter
1 oz. Castor Oil
.7 oz. Cera Bellina Wax
.7 ounces Shea Butter
9 mL Hungarian Lavender Essential Oil
.5 oz. Vitamin E Oil
.3 oz. Calendula Extract
2 Candle Tins

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ONE: In a heat safe container, add olive oil, avocado oil, castor oil and cera bellina wax. Heat in the microwave using 1 minute bursts until the cera bellina wax has melted. When removing from the microwave be careful, as the container may be very hot. Tip: Cera bellina wax is a type of beeswax that has been modified to improve its gelling abilities. This creates a more soft and supple balm than straight beeswax.

TWO:  Cut the shea and cocoa butters into small pieces, and add to the hot oils. Shea butter and cocoa butter are particularly nourishing to skin and are a favorite ingredient in balms. This study showed that shea butter has natural anti-inflammatory properties.
THREE: Stir the butters into the oils until fully melted.  Ideally, use this solely to help melt the butters to prevent butter crystallization. If necessary, heat the container in the microwave using 30 second bursts until the butters are fully melted.
FOUR: Add the calendula extract and stir to thoroughly combine.
FIVE: Add the vitamin E oil, and lavender essential oil. Stir until thoroughly combined. Vitamin E is an antioxidant that is not only great for skin, but helps to lengthen the shelf life of the balm.

Calendula extract has long been used in skin care for its soothing abilities. This study showed significant wound healing abilities with calendula. According to the University of Maryland, professional homeopaths often recommend using ointments with calendula to heal first degree burns.

SIX: Pour the mixture into the clean, dry candle tins or jars. Allow to fully cool and harden for several hours. Enjoy!

Have you, or somebody you know been affected by breast cancer? Were there any amazing treatments or tips you can share for wound healing and emotional support?

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]]> Winter Body Balm Recipe + Free Printable https://soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/lotion/winter-body-balm-recipe/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=winter-body-balm-recipe Thu, 08 Dec 2011 20:21:53 +0000 https://soapqueen.com/?p=12098 I love making balms because they’re so easy to create and there are so many different ways that you can make them. This Winter Body Balm recipe is designed to comfort and heal your dry, chapped winter skin making a perfect gift for that skier on your Christmas list. It has a creamy consistency for a balm, […]

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]]> I love making balms because they’re so easy to create and there are so many different ways that you can make them. This Winter Body Balm recipe is designed to comfort and heal your dry, chapped winter skin making a perfect gift for that skier on your Christmas list. It has a creamy consistency for a balm, making it easy to apply to your feet, elbows, knees and hands (or anywhere on your body that is in need of extreme moisture). And if I haven’t sold you on this recipe yet, I’ve designed some winter themed labels that fit our ultra cute bail jars.

This winter body balm is great for dry, winter skin. The tutorial also includes a free printable to package your jars.

Ingredients

3 oz Candellila Wax

4 oz Meadowfoam

4 oz Olive Oil

5 oz Avocado Butter

1 oz Dulse Extract

.3 oz Butter Mints Fragrance Oil

4 Small Bail Jars

Super Cute Labels

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ONE: Combine the Candellila Wax, Meadowfoam and Olive Oil in a heat safe container. Put it in the microwave for 1 minute and 30 seconds then take it out and stir with a spoon. Repeat 2 more times until the wax is fully melted.

Note: You can also melt the waxes and oils in a double boiler.

 

TWO: Stir in the avocado butter until fully incorporated. Some butters can get grainy if heated to high temperatures so I’ve just gotten used to always stirring in the butters. If it starts to cool down too quickly, pop it back into the microwave for 20 seconds until it’s back to a translucent liquid.

THREE: Mix in the fragrance oil and Dulse Extract. Give it a good stir and it’s ready to pour into the bail jars.

Bail Jar Tips: If you open the lids all the way back the jars will tip over (ack). In the picture above I have them half way open so they stand up by themselves and there’s still enough room to pour the balm.

This winter body balm is great for dry, winter skin. The tutorial also includes a free printable to package your jars.

Finishing Tip: A little divot can form in the center as the balm cools. To achieve a nice smooth top, gently heat the surface with a heat gun so some of the melted balm fills in any cracks.

Just slap on the free labels and these winter balms are ready!

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Winter Body Balm Recipe + Free Printable

This body balm is perfect for soothing dry winter skin.
Course Body Balm
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 jars
Author Soap Queen

Ingredients

  • 3 oz Candellila Wax
  • 4 oz Meadowfoam
  • 4 oz Olive Oil
  • 5 oz Avocado Butter
  • 1 oz Dulse Extract
  • .3 oz Butter Mints Fragrance Oil
  • 4 Small Bail Jars
  • Super Cute Labels

Instructions

  • Combine the Candellila Wax, Meadowfoam and Olive Oil in a heat safe container. Put it in the microwave for 1 minute and 30 seconds then take it out and stir with a spoon. Repeat 2 more times until the wax is fully melted.
  • Stir in the avocado butter until fully incorporated. Some butters can get grainy if heated to high temperatures so I’ve just gotten used to always stirring in the butters. If it starts to cool down too quickly, pop it back into the microwave for 20 seconds until it’s back to a translucent liquid.
  • Mix in the fragrance oil and Dulse Extract. Give it a good stir and it’s ready to pour into the bail jars.
  • A little divot can form in the center as the balm cools. To achieve a nice smooth top, gently heat the surface with a heat gun so some of the melted balm fills in any cracks.

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