Homemade Whipped Body Butter (non-greasy!) • The Crunchy Ginger (2024)

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From the moment that the electric heater kicked on in my apartment this fall, my hands began to crack. We are talking like sticking to fabrics, scratching my children dry. So, I knew it was time to stock up on what I believe is the BEST non-greasy homemade whipped body butter. It is luxurious, it absorbs quickly, and most importantly it truly works.

Many of us spend a lot of time and energy monitoring what we eat. But it is sometimes easy to forget that what we put on our bodies can hugely impact our health. Many of the creams and lotions available at the store are full of less than desirable ingredients. Known and probable carcinogens like formaldehyde, 1,4-Dioxane, phthalates, coal tar dyes, and petroleum by-products are prevalent in many commercial cosmetic products. Additionally, many ingredients are hormone disruptors like parabens and triclosan. And of course, whatever is in that “fragrance” is often problematic (and manufacturers are not required to disclose.) Here is a quick read with a bit more information about the most egregious ingredients in skin care products.

Alright, so that’s gross. But this is an easy fix! In this post, I will walk you through my absolute favorite homemade whipped body butter recipe made with all natural ingredients that you can pronounce. No chemicals. No nasty stuff.

This nourishing body butter is adapted slightly from Carly Daley’s recipe at Modern Hippie Health & Wellness, which is fantastic- check it out! I’ve made her exact version several times with great success. However, it does require several ingredients that I didn’t initially have. So, I’m going to share with you a slightly pared down version, to hopefully lower the intimidation factor if you are just diving into making your own products.

Jojoba oil is one of my favorites, as you may already know. It comes from the nut of the dessert-growing jojoba plant and is anti-fungal, antimicrobial, and wonderfully moisturizing. In this recipe, you can swap out the jojoba oil for another liquid oil of your choice. Sunflower, sweet almond, grape seed, etc would all work as well.

Beeswaxhelps this recipe “set up” and prevents melting in warmer temperatures. Additionally it helps seal in moisture and creates a protective barrier on the skin. It is naturally soothing and antibacterial. I like to buy the pellets because it is easier than chipping off chunks from a wax brick.

Arrowroot powder: the secret ingredient that makes this homemade whipped body butter non-greasy! Sometimes called arrowroot flour or starch, it’s a grain-free/gluten-free starchy substance that is often used in place of cornstarch. You can usually find it in the flour/baking section of a natural or well stocked grocery store.

Vitamin E oil contains antioxidants which act as a natural preservative in this recipe. That being said, this is a butter which means it is all oil and no water. This is great news for shelf life! And the vitamin E oil will help give it an extra boost- plus it’s great for skin.

If you want to add essential oils, you can absolutely do so. In this recipe, 15-20 drops is a good amount. I actually prefer to keep this whipped body butter fragrance free. I like the nutty smell of the shea butter and oils on their own. Also, I originally made this for someone who was looking for a deeply nourishing cream for her mastectomy scars, and she needed something without fragrance. (By the way, she says that it was very helpful!)

One of the concerns I hear most often when it comes to making body care products at home is, “I don’t have all that stuff and it’s too expensive to buy it!” I hear you. But, I believe that making an initial investment to stock up on a few ingredients that will last you a long time and are versatile will save you money (and be healthier) in the long run.

Here’s an idea that I have personally used to kick start my natural beauty cabinet. Plan to make gifts! The thing about these ingredients, like shea butter, is that they come in large packages- way more than you need to make one jar. For example, the 16 oz package will make about 8 batches. So if you can roll the initial investment into your holiday gift giving…voilà! This is exactly what my friend and I did last year. We made 15 batches of this gorgeous homemade whipped body butter to give as gifts. They were a huge hit!

Finally, spoon your luxurious homemade whipped body butter into a clean jar or container. It will produce approximately 5- 6 ounces of cream. When I make this for gifts, I like to package it in these4 oz Mason jars because they are adorable, reasonably priced, and reusable. (Plus the glass will not react to essential oils the way some other materials could.) Just note that there will be a little extra product left over if you use these.

I can’t wait for you to try this out! I think you are really going to love it and the end product is pretty impressive. Check out this video tutorial for some visual tips and tricks. Tell me how this worked out for you and please let me know if you have questions!

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