Servings: 150 grams
Cost: $18
Equipment
Ingredients
- 100 grams Mango Butter
30 grams Jojoba oil ((see note 1))- 1 gram Vitamin E oil (tocopherol)
- 1-2 tsp Arrowroot Powder ((see note 2))
5-6 drops Essential oil ((see note 3))
Instructions
- Sanitize your equipment. Wash everything in very hot soapy water, rinse well, and dry completely. To be ultra careful wipe jars/tools with isopropyl alcohol and air-dry on a clean cloth. You can also add heat proof tools to a hot oven and then turn off an leave to cool. Why does this matter? The more sanitary the equipment the longer the shelf life.
- Heat gently. Place mango butter into a double boiler at low heat. If you don't have one you can use a heatproof bowl over a saucepan with a little simmering water (instant double boiler). Stir until it starts to soften—don’t overheat or melt completely. Mango butter can go grainy if overheated or cooled too slowly. Once it soft and the edges begin to liquify add the jojoba oil and remove from the heat. With a spatula mix quickly until combined.100 grams Mango Butter, 30 grams Jojoba oil
- Now cool it down quickly. A quick-cool helps to prevent graininess. Put the bowl containing the mix in the fridge for 20–30 minutes or in the freezer for 5–10 minutes (you will need to watch the mix closely). Its ready when it looks opaque and still soft, like a thick pudding—NOT rock hard.
- Whip to fluffy perfection. Using a stand or hand mixer, whip the soft chilled mix for 3–5 minutes. Make sure you stop occasionally to scrape down the sides of the bowl. Keep whipping until light and airy. If you are a cookie or cake baker you are aiming for a similar consistency as highly whipped butter when it has almost turned white and is thick and creamy.If it’s too soft and won’t fluff: chill 5–10 minutes, then whip again.
- Add other ingredients. Vitamin E oil, arrowroot powder and essential oil. Whip again for 2-3 minutes until fully blended and arrowroot powder is completely absorbed. If you can still feel the arrowroot in the mix keep whipping. See notes for recommended essential oils1 gram Vitamin E oil (tocopherol), 1-2 tsp Arrowroot Powder, 5-6 drops Essential oil
- Jar it up. Spoon into clean cosmetic jars. Tap the sides of the jars gently to remove air pockets. Seal airtight and label with the name, date and your essential oils. Let the mango butter skin cream set at room temperature for a few hours. Then itsb ready to use. Store in a dark, dry and cool place. See notes 4) storage and 5) shelf life.
Notes
- Carrier Oil – You can use any carrier oil. I have listed my favorites. They are used to soften the butter and boost the benefits to your skin.
Choose one of:- Jojoba - closest to skin’s natural oils
- Sweet almond - soft and nourishing
- Grapeseed - lighter feel
- Olive - very rich; best for very dry skin
- Avocado - intense hydration and nourishment
- Arrowroot Powder - absorbs excess oil and reduces greasiness. Acts as a stabilizer to hold the whipped structure, and provides a smooth, matte finish that doesn't dry the skin. We recommend 1 to 2 teaspoons but experiment. You can add less or more depending on your personal preference. If you add more increase the final whipping time by a few more minutes to ensure its absorbed and doesn't leave a gritty feel.
- Essential Oils - You can add one or more essential oils to suit your tastes. In the post we provide 5 luxurious options to make your body cream heavenly.
- Storage - Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. Avoid getting water into the jars (use dry hands or a spatula).
- Shelf life - easily 6 months and up to 12 months, depending on your oils and freshness of products. You'll know if it goes off as it smells. An early sign is a dramatic change in the texture (goes weepy) and darkens in color. If it does this you'll need to toss it. But have no fear as this mango butter body cream is so good it won't last that long anyway!
“Miracle Moisturiser” Variations
These make your body cream into something truly special! (see post for even more options)1) Calming Sensitive-Skin Butter
- Mango butter
- Jojoba oil carrier
- Vitamin E oil
- Arrowroot powder
- Lavender essential oil (5 drops)
- Roman chamomile essential oil (6 drops)
2) Glow and Radiance Butter
- Mango butter
- Sweet almond oil carrier
- Vitamin E oil
- Arrowroot powder
- Frankincense essential oil (4 drops)
- Neroli essential oil (6 drops)
3) Ultra-Heal Night Butter (Cracked Sore Calloused Heels/Hands)
- Mango butter
- Avocado oil carrier
- Vitamin E oil
- Arrowroot powder
- Rosehip essential oil (5 drops)
- Calendula essential oil (3 drops)
- Frankincense essential oil (3 drops)
- Apply this at night and then sleep wearing cotton socks/gloves
Troubleshooting (and Quick Fixes)
It feels greasy.- Add 1–2 tsp arrowroot and re-whip.
- Choose lighter oils (jojoba/grapeseed).
- Remelt gently and do the quick-cool method again.
- Avoid overheating next time.
- If it is gritty only after adding arrowroot, whip it for longer - it will absorb.
- Add a bit more carrier oil (5–10g), remelt, cool, and re-whip.
- Add a bit more mango butter (10–20g), remelt, cool, and re-whip.
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