Homemade Baby Lotion
Supplies
- Stand mixer (For whipped option)
- Glass container for storage
Ingredients
- 1 cup coconut oil, extra-virgin AND unrefined OR Mama Z’s Essential Oil Base
- ⅓ cup unrefined shea butter *
- ⅓ teaspoon vitamin E Oil (optional)
- 32 drops essential oils **
Instructions
- Use a double boiler, or make one by setting a glass jar or measuring cup in a medium pot with 1-2 inches of water. Bring the water to boiling, then turn down to med/med-high. Add the coconut oil and butter of your choice.
- Melt ingredients.
- Remove from heat and add your desired essential oils. Stir to combine.
- Store in a glass container and use as needed.
Notes
*You can also use equal parts cocoa or mango butter.
**Best Combination of Essential Oils for Children
Using essential oils with children is very similar to using them with adults; however, you should pay more attention to properly dispersing and diluting the essential oils. Here are some EOs I use with my DIYs for the kiddos that are a great place to start.
Here are some safe essential oils for children’s DIYs:
- Cedarwood- Great for helping kids feel confident in social settings
- Citrus oils (lemon, orange, grapefruit, etc.) See the note about photosensitization below.
- German chamomile- Can help little ones fall asleep quickly
- Lavender- The ultimate calming oil, very soothing to the skin
- Roman chamomile- Great for regulating sleep patterns
- Rosemary- Helps kids focus and is excellent at repelling lice
- Joyful Blend – equal parts orange and vanilla absolute, CO2 or oleoresin (My number one favorite blend for kids)
- Awesome Body – equal parts grapefruit, lemon, lime, orange, and peppermint
- Gardener’s Blend- equal parts peppermint and rosemary
- Herb Garden Relaxation – equal parts lavender and peppermint
- Sweet Sleep – equal parts lavender, Roman chamomile, and vetiver (another favorite for kids; use after a nighttime bath)
- Respiratory Support – equal parts eucalyptus, lavender, peppermint, Roman chamomile