How to make body lotion at home for proper self-care

Body lotion is one of the most necessary skin care products. It saturates our skin, nourishes it and makes it soft and silky. And homemade body lotions are especially beneficial. We at joy-pup offer three of the best lotions that you can make yourself.

Moisturizing lotion with shea butter and lavender

You need half a cup of shea butter, a quarter cup of coconut oil, 2 tablespoons of jojoba oil, 10-15 drops of lavender essential oil.

To make the lotion, combine shea butter, coconut oil and jojoba oil in a bowl. Melt the mixture in a water bath until a homogeneous texture is obtained. Add lavender essential oil and stir.

With this lotion you can moisturize your skin, restore its natural balance, and soften it.

Refreshing lotion with cucumber and mint

You will need 1 cucumber, a quarter cup of fresh mint, half a cup of aloe gel, 2 tablespoons of olive oil.

Grind the cucumber and mint in a blender until pureed. Add aloe gel as well as olive oil. Continue whisking until smooth. Leave the lotion in the refrigerator for several hours before using.

With this lotion you will saturate your skin with vitamins and also moisturize it.

Toning lotion with green tea and rosemary

You will need half a glass of green tea, 2 tablespoons of fresh rosemary leaves, a quarter glass of glycerin, 10-15 drops of lemon essential oil.

Brew green tea and add fresh rosemary leaves to it. Let it brew for 30 minutes. Strain the tea and rosemary, add glycerin and essential oil to the infusion, mix well.

This product has antioxidant properties and protects the skin from the harmful effects of free radicals. It also tones the skin and improves its texture.