How to Make a Body Butter: Melt Natural Butters on the Stove

[@PattiJGood]

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[@aromatherapyoils]

We're so happy to be receiving this sweet message. It brings us so much joy to know that the information we share has brought you comfort, reassurance and inspiration to keep on going as you expand your knowledge of essential oils. Looking forward to connecting with you in more courses in the future! 💜

[@christiewatanabe6066]

Thank you! Your slow, detailed explanation is so appreciated! I have such a hard time getting all the materials needed in the middle of nowhere Japan but this one finally I can do. I'm really looking forward to trying this.

[@aromatherapyoils]

Oh, that is great, Christie! Let me know what you think about the butter.

[@sparksessence]

By far the best video about safety, weighing, measuring and making body butters.

[@aromatherapyoils]

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[@aromatherapyoils]

boomerang bell It's so wonderful to have you join our Aromahead community here on Facebook and I am delighted to hear that you have learned a lot in just two of my videos!! What a sweet surprise for your daughter - lip balm made with love!! I feel that excitement!

[@LanaS2024]

I love your calm and soothing way of teaching, thank you great video :)

[@aromatherapyoils]

That is so sweet of you to say, Lana Sajaja :o)

[@mzcrystalg]

Great informative video! I just love the tip about the shea butter and adding it to your hot mixture to soon. I've had that happen to me. I couldn't figure out why my butter was lumpy! I've watched a ton of how to videos on making body butters and you are the first one to mention it. Thank you so much!

[@aromatherapyoils]

You're welcome!

[@ToyaRR]

Oh my gosh I love this. And you used all the ingredients I absolutely love. Very informative, clear, and concise information.

[@aromatherapyoils]

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[@sandrastrobel1254]

You teach in such a calm informative way. I love watching you and learning. I will be trying this. Thank you.

[@aromatherapyoils]

Thanks for your sweet message Sandra! Have fun making this body butter! Let us know how that goes. 😁

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[@aromatherapyoils]

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[@carissatregub3778]

You are so sweet! Thank you for your pleasant spirit. Great Teacher! Im gonna do this!!!!

[@aromatherapyoils]

Your sweet message is such a delight to receive, Carissa! We hope you enjoy this delightful blend! 💜

[@kyia8961]

I'm excited to work with this amazing base body butter recipe to add in different variations of skin nourishing essential oils and carrier oils. My recipe notebook is handy to jot down my creations as I go. Thank you for this informative and easy to follow recipe.

[@aromatherapyoils]

You're most welcome!! Hope you enjoy this recipe as much as we do 💜

[@ctrena1]

I absolutely love your detailed instructions as well as your back- ground information on the ingredients that you used. Thank you for an awesome video!

[@aromatherapyoils]

ctrena1 it's a delighted to know you love that about my videos! It's so wonderful to have you join our Aromahead community here on KZbin!

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[@aromatherapyoils]

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[@aromatherapyoils]

Jass eline H thank you for your sweet comment 😁. I hope you have been enjoying this body butter recipe!

[@raisa3723]

Thank you for sharing!!! So good

[@aromatherapyoils]

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[@davonb.4510]

Hello. I make Body Butter for friends of mine as birthday gifts. The idea of storing a make-ahead base is perfect for my needs, as my friends have different fragrance preferences. Thanks for sharing. Your videos are fantastic.

[@aromatherapyoils]

Make-ahead is a convenient way to 'be prepared' to customize for each of your friends likes!!

[@arlenes1048]

Great tibits of info! Thank you for this 💜 I wondered why sometimes my shea butter should get hard little balls in it. Now I know I'm overheating it in my butter blends! Little things can make a big difference. Great videos. 👍

[@aromatherapyoils]

Glad it was helpful!

[@gloriasgallery820]

This is such a great recipe! I like to add lavender and frankincense!

[@aromatherapyoils]

That sounds lovely, Gloria! Thanks for sharing 💜

[@gailmichie4954]

Great video. I really enjoyed this video and love body butters and lip bombs

[@aromatherapyoils]

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback! We're so happy to hear that you enjoyed this video 💜

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[@aromatherapyoils]

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[@aromatherapyoils]

😍 we are so grateful to have you share that Ellen!

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[@kimwiser445]

Thank you, you are very good at explaining all the details!!! What type of coconut oil do you use?

[@aromatherapyoils]

Hi Kim! Thanks for joining us here on Aromahead's KZbin channel! We recommend using a pure, unrefined coconut oil to get all the therapeutic benefits and we like this one from Aromatics: www.aromatics.com/products/coconut-oil

[@henrynyabuto4892]

Great video!What if the only butter that I have is shea butter?

[@aromatherapyoils]

Hi Henry! Shea Butter doesn’t like high temperatures and tends to get grainy if it gets too hot and then cools too slowly. You could try making a whipped body butter by using 4 ounces of Shea Butter and 2 ounces of your favorite carrier oil. Using the paddle attachment on a stand mixer, beat the Shea Butter until it is smooth and then slowly add the carrier oil and essential oils using the whisk attachment until the consistency is light and fluffy. We'd love to hear how it goes if you try it! 💜

[@hazelrussell4554]

Thank you Andrea. Just learned another way to reduce my time melting the butters.

[@sweetpickles695]

Thanks for the tip on the shea butter and heat! My last chapstick i made was like an exfoliating chapstick! Haha! I thought it was the type of shea. Now i know! Lol

[@cindywinger9450]

Hello and thank you so much for the great video. Can you please tell me how much essential oil I should put in if I chose to add oil?

[@aromatherapyoils]

Hi Cindy! There are a few considerations that all play a role in determining dilution ratios: -The age of the person -The intention of the blend -Any safety considerations for each oil -The aroma Generally, effective blends are made using a dilution ratio of 1%, 2%, or 3% of essential oil to the carrier. Here are the dilution guidelines we recommend at Aromahead: A 1% dilution in 1 oz (30 ml) of carrier is 5 to 6 drops (for children and seniors). A 2% dilution in 1 oz (30 ml) of carrier is 10 to 12 drops (for supporting general health). A 3% dilution in 1 oz (30 ml) of carrier is 15 to 18 drops (for acute health concerns). Hope this helps! 💜

[@krismcpeake1837]

What is the best way to reheat the individual jarred butter when wanting to add essential oil later?

[@aromatherapyoils]

Hi Kris! You could try placing the jar of body butter into a double boiler to melt it. Depending on the size of your jar, you could use a 3-4 cup Pyrex glass measuring cup in a small saucepan that has a small amount of water. 💜

[@gloriaaviles9113]

IS IT POSSIBLE TO USE A TOUCH OF COLOR IN THESE BUTTER ? THE SAME RECIPE CAN BE USED FOR LIP BALMS ? YOU ARE AN AWESOME TEACHER, THANK YOU ...

[@aromatherapyoils]

Hi Gloria! We do love the color of all the natural ingredients. As an option, if you prefer, here's a way to add some color - this orange butter can be used in place of coconut oil: www.organic-creations.com/butters/537-orange-butter-certified-organic For lip balm, we would suggest reducing the amount of the butters in this recipe to a ratio of 1 oz Beeswax to 3 oz of butters/carrier oils: Try: 1 oz (28 gm) Beeswax (Cera alba) 1 oz (56 gm) Coconut oil (Cocos nucifera) 1oz (56 gm) Cocoa butter (Theobroma cacao) 1 oz (28 gm) Shea butter (Butyrospermum parkii) You may enjoy these lip balm recipes from our Aromahead Blog: blog.aromahead.com/all?search=lip+balm Have fun experimenting!

[@behedaghigh]

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[@Sophsmort]

Lovely video thank-you .can I ask if you steralize the jars? Xx

[@aromatherapyoils]

Hello! For personal use, you can just give them a good wash with hot and soapy water. If you’re selling blends or creating them for clients, you do need to sterilize, and the dishwasher or Everclear for the final rinse works well. 💜

[@Sophsmort]

@@aromatherapyoils thank you so much xx

[@markf4624]

Hi Andrea! Another great video. I have a question about re-melting the butters in the jar, in order to add the essential oils later on. What would be the best way to do that - in a oven at a low temperature, or in a pot of water, as long as the water doesn't get into the butter mixture? I love this idea of personalizing the butters after they're made. Thanks!

[@aromatherapyoils]

Hi Mark! It's so handy to have a jar of butter ready to go to be customized at a moments notice. To re-melt, I recommend using a pot on the stove with a small amount of water (just below the jar level). Place the jar of body butter with the cap on in the water and heat the water, gently on low to a simmer until the butter has melted.

[@mamallamanatural]

I always let cool with the lids off. I thought it may condensate inside the lid if I capped right away. Has this ever happened. It would certainly be easier to cap right away.

[@aromatherapyoils]

Hi Yvette! We haven't found that to be a problem when making body butter as the carriers cool down pretty fast. 💜

[@janettehuard3354]

Loved your video now I know I can make body butters....

[@aromatherapyoils]

Janette yay, how wonderful!! It's fun to make your own body butters. Enjoy!

[@missystgs8941]

You are awsome and I love the way you tell all!

[@aromatherapyoils]

Thank you so much 😀

[@OrganicallyAnn]

Thank u for the Shea butter tip about heat 💚

[@aromatherapyoils]

Organically Ann you are most welcome!

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[@aromatherapyoils]

Thank you Jane! We truly appreciate your kind words and support 💜

[@cricketycrickets3141]

Does beeswax have benefits for skin? Or is "solidifying" property the only reason to use it in this recipe?

[@aromatherapyoils]

Great question! Beeswax is nourishing to the skin, but it is mainly used to add firmness to balms, salves, butters, and other body care blends 💜

[@lisahair2love]

You voice is so calming ❤️

[@aromatherapyoils]

Thanks Lisa! 😊💜

[@ad-wk2sc]

Thank you for teaching this, Andrea! I love it, and will try this. When we want to re-melt this body butter base and add essential oil for a specific issue, we will expose the Shea better to a lot of heat, right? How do we avoid it from being crystalized? We can't put it in last since it's already in the mix.

[@aromatherapyoils]

Hi AD! If you plan to remelt this body butter and add essential oils, we would recommend heating it just until it is melted, on low heat. The least amount of heat used on Shea butter, the better. 💜

[@tamaralangbehn7648]

I couldn't find you body butter class..love your videos

[@aromatherapyoils]

Thank you! We're happy to hear that you are enjoying the content we share 💜 Here is a link to the Body Butters & Lips Balms course: www.aromahead.com/courses/body-butters-lip-balms

[@adeledig3757]

Hi Andrea, when is it ok to use a metal spoon vs a glass stirring rod? I usually see you using a glass stirring rod. Thanks.

[@tresiabiagi]

Awh! that happens to my batch, thank you! I taught I had a bad batch of shea butter.

[@aromatherapyoils]

Glad you found this helpful, Tresia! 💜

[@renatara9026]

This is great video. Thank you for showing us how to make these butters. Now I want to try to make my own.

[@AmberBroomhill]

Thankyou for the wonderful video. I have a question regarding adding the essential oils? I would love to try this. Is there a safe ratio and amount of essential oils that can be added to this blend? I love blending Frankincense, Sweet Orange and Lavender together, a little bit soothing, relaxing and slightly uplifting.

[@aromatherapyoils]

We're so happy to hear that you enjoyed this video! Adding essential oils at a 2% dilution would be a great place to start. This would be 8-10 drops of essential oil per 1oz (30ml) of body butter. Sweet Orange, Lavender and Frankincense would be a delightful combination to try!

[@dianasanchez117]

Great video. I don't have a scale. How would I measure it? I have a measuring cup. Thanks

[@dianasanchez117]

Andrea Butje Thank you

[@aromatherapyoils]

Diana Sanchez, it can be difficult to measure the carriers out in a measuring cup. You can find this type of scale on Amazon here and it is very affordable. www.amazon.com/Ozeri-ZK14-S-Digital-Multifunction-Kitchen/dp/B004164SRA/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1532283281&sr=8-3&keywords=scales+digital+foodMeasuring this way helps to ensure that your proportions are correct.

[@rajeshvkumar1]

Thank you for sharing all these videos. If I am using the candelilla wax for the body butter / lip balm, what would be the ratios? I follow a vegan lifestyle and hence reluctant to use the beeswax. Many thanks again.

[@aromatherapyoils]

Subha Rajesh Candelilla is often used as a vegan option and with that we suggest experimenting to get the texture you prefer. I have never used it myself so I am sorry I can't advise you on the amounts to use.

[@MorMovement]

Hi Andrea, I used cacao butter instead of cocoa butter. could it be that cacao butter has stronger aroma, cause it feels like the aroma of the cacao butter took over... barley smell the essential oils I put in, it smells like chocolate hahah. but I love the texture and how it feels on the skin. Thank you for sharing this :)

[@aromatherapyoils]

So glad you are loving the texture and how it feels on the skin. With the pure, unrefined, organic, non deodorized - basically unaltered butter you get all the therapeutic benefits and the aroma always dominates with yummy chocolate!

[@cheefr0berts]

Hi. Great video; I found it very helpful and informative and you explain things very well :) I am actually looking to make a beard balm which follows the same recipe (beeswax, shea butter, carrier oil, essential oil). I have read that it is a good idea to whip the mixture up using a whisk before adding it to the jars to set to get some air into the product. Would you recommend this? All the best, Dave.

[@JudiChristopher]

I was thinking the same thing...

[@aromatherapyoils]

Hi, cheefr0berts, you can whip the butter to add air and lighten the consistency. I might suggest using an electric mixer. Hand whipping would take a really long time to fluff the butter.

[@kellicopley9520]

Could I refrigerate and whip this recipe?

[@aromatherapyoils]

Hi Kelli! While I have not made whipped butter with beeswax myself you could certainly try it! Another option would be to remove the beeswax from the recipe and blend the rest of the ingredients. Using the paddle attachment on a stand mixer and then finishing with the whisk attachment would be ideal for this second option. Have fun experimenting! Let us know how it goes!

[@sjtherese6011]

Are we able to do a recipe without the beeswax?

[@aromatherapyoils]

Hi SJ Therese! Beeswax gives a nice firm consistency to the body butter. It maybe too soft without the beeswax but you could experiment to see how it goes. If you are looking for a vegan option, some people use a natural emulsifying wax like Candelilla or Carnauba wax in place of beeswax. They are different than beeswax and we have never used it, so you will need to experiment to get the texture you prefer. You could begin experimenting using half the amount. We hope this helps guide you further.

[@Thetealadyrhodes]

This turned out wonderful. I used lavender, palmarosa, geranium and frankincense for fragrance. You said these will last up to a year. How long will whipped body butter last?

[@aromatherapyoils]

Great question, Joni Rhodes! The butter is good as long as the shortest shelf life ingredient. Fresh carriers tend to have a 1-2 year shelf life.

[@AdrianChang-q5f]

She is like a fairy if asmr and relaxation with her soothing voice and lovely charisma. I wish she was a relative of mine.

[@mariapinto8003]

Nice video I always wanted the correct measurements but haven't you to chill n then beat it? N what are the best essential oils to put as I want to gift for Xmas

[@aromatherapyoils]

Hi Maria! Nope, it's not necessary to chill and beat to make a beautiful body butter, but if you prefer you could! We have a wonderful class to learn more about working with natural butters and oils. Our Body Butters and Lip Balms class will teach you how to make wonderful body butters with different textures and how to add essential oils to them for therapeutic properties! We'd love to have you join us for Aromahead Institute's popular online class: www.aromahead.com/courses/online/body-butters-and-lip-balms

[@autumnmeadows4079]

Very nice, I enjoyed this and you. Thank you

[@gerganabardukova6410]

If I want to add liquid fruit extracts, at what point would I do that? Thank you

[@aromatherapyoils]

Hi Gergana! Sorry, we are not familiar enough with using fruit extracts to make any recommendations for you.

[@maryannconklin7231]

Last question. :) To reheat the jars that you can make all at one time and then add essential oils to, how would you reheat this cream. In a cup of boiling water?

[@aromatherapyoils]

You can reheat the butter but you risk changing the consistency because shea butter (and sometimes cocoa butter) doesn't like heat and can become 'bumpy' after it re-solidifies.

[@kyia8961]

I just made my first batch of body butter. The smell is amazing. I can't wait to try different variations with a variety of essential oil combinations.

[@aromatherapyoils]

That's wonderful! We're so happy to hear that you had the opportunity to make your first batch of body butter. Glad you enjoyed the aroma too 💜

[@laurawilson4733]

Love your kitchen. Thank you for sharing

[@aromatherapyoils]

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[@cherylpass8528]

Thanks for your wonderful videos! Wondering if this body butter recipe can be doubled?

[@aromatherapyoils]

It can Cheryl Pass! I'm glad you're enjoying my videos :o)

[@Ndilihwepo]

hey, can i please see how the texture looks like after it solidifies after a few days?

[@carlaweems72]

Please, just one more question from me Miss Andrea.. I made this and it came out perfect. However, I have noticed--- that like a banana.. coco butter overpowers all the other scents in this recipe. I added essential oils (a different scent for each of the three jars) but all of them had the overwhelming scent of coco-butter (which I want to use) but is there another butter that is just as good for the skin?.. but that does't overpower like cocoa? OR---- how many drops of essential oil would YOU suggest -- like if i wanted to have one jar Lavander, another Sweet Orange and Bergamot, and the third patchouli? I EAGERLY await your reply. Note* I DO have your book, "The Heart of Aromatherapy" but it doesn't really go into the strong aroma of cocoa butter. Thank you Miss Andrea!

[@aromatherapyoils]

Hi Carla! Cocoa butter will always present its aroma. If you want the oils to stand out more, you could try 2 oz jojoba. Jojoba doesn’t have much scent so it doesn’t alter the aroma of the essential oils you blend into it.

[@trishmarck7798]

can you add a little carrier oil like safflower oil just so its not a thick and a little more silky/creamy?

[@aromatherapyoils]

Yes! Adding a little extra carrier oil such as Safflower oil can help to make the consistency of the butter softer and more creamy. It can be fun to experiment with this recipe to find what works best for you. 💜 We'd love to hear how it goes!

[@1200times]

Thank you so much for sharing :)

[@aromatherapyoils]

I hope you have fun making body butters Michelle!

[@1200times]

@@aromatherapyoils Thank you! I will :)

[@thesmilinglime1447]

Thank you Andrea! I've been wanting to make my own body butter and you really break it down so that the process doesn't seem so intimidating!

[@aromatherapyoils]

Oh good, Jaley LaDuke! It is much easier than some might think. I bet you'll be making it all the time once you see just how easy it is.

[@simplisticthings]

I just found your videos ❤️🤯 if by chance you see my comment today is October 21 2021. I have a question can this be turned in to whipped body butter?? Thank you.

[@aromatherapyoils]

Hello GG! Whipped shea is more of a process that does take some time (sometimes a few hours). After you’ve melted the shea you need to get it pretty cold before you whip it. We put the melted shea into the freezer for anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour, until the top layer is thick and solidified, and then we begin whipping it with an immersion blender. Whipping to the consistency you prefer can take some time but it is well worth it! We introduce you to the process of whipped shea butter in our Natural Living Class, complete with a video lesson stepping you through the process: www.aromahead.com/courses/online/aromatherapy-for-natural-living

[@x_moosh_x2969]

what essential oils would mix really well with this body butter?

[@aromatherapyoils]

The possibilities are endless when it comes to the combinations of essential oils you could use with this body butter! We recommend using skin nourishing oils- Lavender (Lavendula angustifolia), Frankincense (Boswellii carterii), Sandalwood (Santalum alba), and Geranium (Pelargoneum graviolens) would all be lovely oils to consider. It can be fun to experiment and see what kind of unique blends you can come up with too! 💜

[@x_moosh_x2969]

@@aromatherapyoils thank you for getting back to me! I have the ingredients to make this body butter and will start soon. How do I calculate how much essential oils I can add to the mixture?

[@aromatherapyoils]

@@x_moosh_x2969 We would recommend maintaining a 2% dilution by using 60-70 drops of essential oil (total) in 6 ounces of carrier. If you'd like to learn more about how to calculate safe dilutions when formulating products, you can find our dilution reference guidelines in the Introduction to Essential Oils class under the 4th tab "4. Making Products" and from there "Diluting Essential Oils". www.aromahead.com/online-course/introduction-to-essential-oils

[@carlaweems72]

Miss Andrea - I have a question please, I see a lot of KZbinrs making "whipped" body butters and other body butters---and there is a lot of literature about adding a preservative to their concoctions. I wonder about this body butter here that you are making - does it need a preservative? Or will it be just fine on its own when everything is melted and poured into my little amber jars. I wonder, because I'd like to send some to my three sisters .. thank you for your time..

[@aromatherapyoils]

Hi Carla! The Aromahead Approach is to make products without preservatives and simply make them fresh as needed. A blend’s shelf life is determined by the ingredient with the shortest shelf life. So depending on the specific shelf life of each ingredient you’re using, the butter can last 6 to 12 months. We hope your sisters enjoy this body butter! We love that you're going to share with them.

[@annhamer7466]

How does the 5 to 1 ratio works when making a lot of this and adding another oil like jojoba and vitamin e?

[@aromatherapyoils]

Great question Ann! If you were to add an additional carrier like Jojoba, to maintain the 5:1 ratio of carriers/butters to beeswax, simply reduced the amounts of one or more of the other carriers by the amount of Jojoba you add. If you were to add 1 oz of Jojoba, you could for example reduce the Coconut oil by 1 oz - so your new 5:1 ratio would be: 1 oz Beeswax 1 oz Coconut oil 2 oz Cocoa butter 1 oz Shea butter 1 oz Jojoba

[@jladley]

I am allergic to coconut when I consume it, so I'm a bit apprehensive about using it in a topical moisturizer. Is it possible to substitute a different amount of the other ingredients or perhaps, another ingredient not included in the recipe? Thanks!

[@aromatherapyoils]

jladley you substitute with equal amounts of any other carrier oil or butter you enjoy. Jojoba would be a great option.

[@MALACHITRESURES]

i want to add fragrance oils and essential oils to my body butter, I am not sure how much to mix?

[@aromatherapyoils]

MALACHITREASURES how many drops you add to a blend always depends on your intention for that blend and the oils you use. This butter blend is 6 oz so a 2% dilution would be about 60 drops (10 drops per oz) and that is a nice amount for general skin use.

[@chesspeaceful]

Hey! Can I use this same recipe to make a whipped body butter?

[@aromatherapyoils]

Hi Chesley! I have not made whipped butter with beeswax but you could certainly try it. Melt all ingredients and then whip the butter until cool and fluffy. Another option would be to remove the beeswax from the recipe and blend the rest of the ingredients. Using the paddle attachment on a stand mixer and then finishing with the whisk attachment would be ideal for this second option. Have fun experimenting! Let us know how it goes!

[@chesspeaceful]

Aromahead Institute thank you I will try it!

[@mzcrystalg]

I'm making my first body butter and want to add a vanilla scent. Any suggestions to what brand I could use?

[@aromatherapyoils]

brownsugar 74 Vanilla-infused Jojoba is a wonderful carrier oil to use in butters and it makes them smell yummy! . You could reduce the Coconut oil and Cocoa butter each by 1/2 oz and then add 1 oz of the Vanilla-infused Jojoba. Here's a link for more information: www.aromatics.com/products/vanilla-infused-jojoba-oil You can also make your own Vanilla-infused jojoba. It truly is so easy to do and fun! There are two ways to infuse and I explain how I do it here on the Aromahead Blog: blog.aromahead.com/2011/04/10/vanilla-infused-jojoba

[@margarethutnick8547]

How many drops of essential oil would you add per jar?

[@aromatherapyoils]

Margaret Hutnick, you can add 5-10 drops/one ounce of carrier to make this good for daily use.

[@claiborne533]

Can I use castor oil or almond oil instead of coconut

[@aromatherapyoils]

Roberta Claiborne yes you could use either!

[@kofegrl]

Where did you buy your Shea butter and cocoa butter?

[@aromatherapyoils]

kofegrl Aromatics is a wonderful online store that we recommend for all your blending supplies. www.aromatics.com

[@tkjspeaks1491]

You have an amazing kitchen, only in my dreams... ❤️

[@aromatherapyoils]

Thanks OaklandsFinest for joining me in my kitchen! 😉

[@beadwaregal]

Hi Andrea, I wondered if you can overheat the body butter? I made a batch and then reheated them on a coffee warmer to add essential oil. The consistency was not completely smooth when it solidified. Would it be best to add the oil when pouring it the first time? Btw, I ordered you Essential Living book for additional recipes. Susan

[@aromatherapyoils]

Hi Susan Farber, you can overheat a body butter that has shea and cocoa butter. You would want to add the essential oils before it solidifies and not re-melt it to avoid the 'bumpy' texture when it hardens.

[@barbra429]

hi you may have mentioned it and I might have missed it. But can you please tell me what the best essential oils are for use on the skin. What are the best essential oils for using in body butter?

[@aromatherapyoils]

Hi Barbra! There are so many wonderful essential oils that are skin loving! A few that come to mind are: Frankincense (Boswellia carterii) Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) Helichrysum (Helichrysum italicum) German Chamomile (Matricaria recutita) Roman Chamomile (Chamaemelum nobile) Opopanax (Commiphora guidotti)

[@mcqfa]

Hi Andrea! Your recipre calls for the yellow beeswax, but is it okay to use the white beeswax? I know that white beeswax can't stand heat as much as the yellow and that yellow beeswax will produce a much harder cream.

[@mcqfa]

Andrea Butje Thank you for your reply.

[@aromatherapyoils]

That is a great question, mcqfa! Yellow beeswax is the crude product and the white beeswax has been treated to remove the color, which can be more desirable for cosmetic companies. I like to use ingredients in their most natural form so I only have experience with the yellow beeswax.

[@kerrypugh7906]

What brand of oils do you use

[@aromatherapyoils]

Hi Kerry! We don't use one specific company’s oils, but we do always make sure the oils we're using are tested with GC/MS. You can find more information about GC/MS testing here: www.aromahead.com/blog/2009/12/04/essential-oil-industry-standards-aromatics-international-supports-gcms-testing/ Here are a few of the companies we’ve worked with and recommend:Aromatics International - www.aromatics.com/ Essential Elements - essentialelementsstore.com/ Pompeii Organics - www.pompeiiorganics.com/ Florihana (US) www.florihana-usa.com/ Florihana (Europe) - www.florihana.com/en/ Aliksir (Canada) - www.aliksir.com/

[@maryannconklin7231]

Do you use this wonderful cream just for face and body and not burns etc that you would use a lighter base for?

[@aromatherapyoils]

You could use this for daily skin care or for first aid situations like minor burns.

[@mandykharod3428]

Thanks for sharing! Can you use metal tins if I don't have glass jars?

[@aromatherapyoils]

Of course! I love working with tins too

[@GoldieBarrett]

Can this be whipped? Thank You!

[@aromatherapyoils]

Hi Goldie! I have not made whipped butter with beeswax myself but yes you could certainly try it! Melt all ingredients and then whip the butter until cool and fluffy. Another option would be to remove the beeswax from the recipe and blend the rest of the ingredients. Using the paddle attachment on a stand mixer and then finishing with the whisk attachment would be ideal for this second option. Have fun experimenting! Let us know how it goes!

[@GoldieBarrett]

@@aromatherapyoils Why not! Thank you! I'm going to do it. XOXO

[@aromatherapyoils]

@@GoldieBarrett we are loving your enthusiasm!!

[@aromasoulmarisabel]

Love this recipe. I was wondering if essential oils will lose their therapeutic properties if added when the butters at still hot? TIA

[@aromatherapyoils]

Great question Lucy&Koko!! No, essential oils can be heated for brief periods of time while you mix your blend with no damage to their therapeutic properties. The butters actually cool down really fast. Add your essential oils right after taking the melted butter off the stove (just before pouring it into your jars) and your blend will be fine. Be sure to cover the jars right away so the essential oils don’t evaporate.

[@aromasoulmarisabel]

Aromahead Institute, thanks that’s great. Love all the work you do :)

[@aromatherapyoils]

@@aromasoulmarisabel my pleasure! It's so exciting to learn about essential oils and how to use them to keep yourself healthy! We can help you to learn more about Aromatherapy! Our free Introduction to Essential Oils class is a great way to begin. The class is self-paced - it's online so you can learn at your own pace whenever you have time. Here is the link for more information: www.aromahead.com/courses/online/introduction-to-essential-oils

[@gabrielle251]

Hi Andrea - my question: Is there any different between the body butter prepared on the stove and whiped body butter (f.e. first melt the shea butter and then whipe the other butters and oils? I didn´t find any recipe for whiped body butter on your YTChannel. I prepared the body butter accordint to this recipe tutorial and it is very hard in the end (propably because the cocoa butter) Thank you - I love your recipes and videos!

[@aromatherapyoils]

Hi Gabriela Cisarova, the only difference is that this recipe is not whipped. Any butter recipe can be whipped after melting all the ingredients together and allowing it to cool to semi-solid consistency. The cocoa butter does make this harder. You can always replace the cocoa butter with more coconut oil or shea butter.

[@hazelrussell4554]

Are you using raw or refined shea butter in this recipe?

[@aromatherapyoils]

It is raw shea butter, Hazel Russell.

[@beadwaregal]

Hi Andrea, Can you tell me the ratio of essential oil for each 2oz glass?

[@aromatherapyoils]

You could use 5-10 drops per one ounce for daily use, Susan Farber.

[@janetejohnson6122]

Thanks

[@aromatherapyoils]

You are welcome Janet.

[@sandydentremont3070]

Do you have a suggestion on a good scale (for weighing the various products) that doesn't cost too much?

[@aromatherapyoils]

Sandy D'Entremont you might try this one from Amazon:www.amazon.com/Ozeri-ZK14-S-Digital-Multifunction-Kitchen/dp/B004164SRA/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1532283281&sr=8-3&keywords=scales+digital+food

[@EspadasYCopas]

you are very relaxing.greetings from chile.

[@aromatherapyoils]

Welcome to our Aromahead community here on KZbin! It's so wonderful to have you join us from Chile!

[@dreball9014]

Would you make beard butter the same way?

[@aromatherapyoils]

Dreball 901 I really can't offer you advice with beard butter (I don't have experience with that). If you do try it we would enjoy hearing back about your experience.

[@RglBrat]

Dreball 901, I also need to make some beard butter for my son. Have you tried it yet and how did it turn out?

[@dreball9014]

RglBrat I haven't tried it yet but I will let you know how it turns out when I do.

[@TracyD2]

I made a body butter recipe. I think I added too much Bees wax. It turned into a giant lip balm. You needed your nails to scrape some out. I’ll try your measurements. I don’t really like cocoa butter smell (I know) but I’m stuck with a pretty big bag. What are good complimentary EO or even mask the smell. I tried a few but it didn’t work out. Thank you.

[@aromatherapyoils]

Tracy I would suggest reducing the amount of cocoa butter by half and adding more shea butter or another carrier you enjoy. Using warm, earthy base note essential oils like Patchouli and Vetiver add beautiful depth. Cedarwood and resins are a great option too - Frankincense, Myrrh, Opopanax. Combining those with florals like Ylang Ylang or Rose & Geranium would be beautiful.

[@TracyD2]

Aromahead Institute Oh this does sound nice I love patchouli and frankincense. I actually love all EO smells.

[@aromatherapyoils]

@@TracyD2 I would love to hear back from you - let me know what oils you add to the butter blend!

[@TracyD2]

Aromahead Institute Absolutely. I was just looking around the website for more Shea or maybe a butter something new to me. I also never tried your frankincense resin. I just ran out. I love to make incense as well. I made a very ambitious kyphi incense. I need to adjust the recipe. It never dried out to burn properly.

[@aromatherapyoils]

@@TracyD2 have you tried Palm Kernel Oil? It wonderful to lend a rich, silk texture to body butters.

[@maryannconklin7231]

Also, this cream is very rich and I love it for all things skin. But would you use something lighter for cough and respiratory salve.

[@aromatherapyoils]

You could use this butter or a lotion, it is a person preference. The butter would stay on the skin longer which might be desirable for a cough or respiratory salve.

[@pamelabell6101]

I Don't Have Facebook I Would Also Like To Try The One For I have inflammation and arthritis And The One You Just Did For Sure And I Very Dry Skin And My Dr Said The Ingredients You Used He Said Would Be Great For My. Skin Because I Have High Sugar Problems And It Really Drys My Skin Out Really Bad

[@aromatherapyoils]

This would be very skin nourishing, Pamela Bell! I hope it works for you.

[@anitasundaram9890]

Yummy! Thank you.

[@bharatishah2879]

Im shopping for Shea butter for making this body butter, what brand and or kind of shea butter do you recommend?

[@aromatherapyoils]

I find most of my blending needs from Aromatics.com . Here is the direct link to their page for shea butter:www.aromatics.com/products/shea-butter

[@micheleiglesias1859]

Hi Andrea, Does mango butter stand the hi heat like cocoa butter??

[@micheleiglesias1859]

Thanks Andrea. Hope to be attending Aromahead Institute in 2015!!!!!

[@maryannconklin7231]

***** So how would you time the mango butter in replacement for cocoa. Is it still before shea butter?

[@aromatherapyoils]

mango butter is fine with higher heat, Michele Iglesias.

[@beadwaregal]

Hi. Do you use fractionated coconut oil or virgin?

[@beadwaregal]

Thank you. That is what I purchased from Liberty Natural. This morning I made your body butter with several different essential oil blends. They came out wonderful. Thank you very much. It was so fun.

[@aromatherapyoils]

I use virgin coconut oil, Susan Farber.

[@favor9163]

Anyone take her online course?

[@aromatherapyoils]

Hi Sandra! We have students from all over the world (170+ different countries). We thought you may enjoy our Graduate Directory on the Aromahead website. Feel free to reach out to our grads! www.aromahead.com/graduates

[@jillconrad7912]

Sandra, I am currently taking the certification course....amazing...you won’t be disappointed. So much information!!

[@favor9163]

Jill Conrad thanks so much wanna start a business possibly💕🙏🏼

[@jillconrad7912]

Sandra Mahoney contact me via Facebook and we will talk

[@aromatherapyoils]

@@jillconrad7912 thank you so much for sharing with Sandra! We appreciate you taking time share your experience!

[@maryannconklin7231]

can I use a stainless steel bistro carafe inserted in a pot of boiling water?

[@aromatherapyoils]

yes, Mary Ann Combs.