Tropical Coconut Mango Body Butter
Indulge your skin with this luxurious, tropical-scented body butter. The combination of mango butter and coconut oil creates a light, non-greasy texture that absorbs quickly, leaving your skin soft and delicately fragranced with the essence of mango and coconut.Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 5 minutes Cooling Time: 1-2 hours Whipping Time: 5-10 minutes Total Time: 2-3 hours
Yield: 1 cup (240 ml) of body butter
Cost: 15-20
Equipment
- 1 Double boiler or heat-safe bowl and saucepan
- 1 Whisk or electric hand mixer
- 1 Spatula
- 1 Glass or ceramic storage container
Materials
- 1/2 cup 120 g mango butter
- 1/4 cup 60 ml coconut oil
- 1/4 cup 60 ml jojoba oil
- 10 drops mango essential oil
Instructions
- Set up a double boiler by placing a heat-safe bowl over a saucepan filled with a few inches of water. Ensure the bottom of the bowl doesn't touch the water.
- Add the mango butter and coconut oil to the bowl. Heat gently, stirring occasionally, until both are completely melted and well combined.
- Remove the bowl from heat and let the mixture cool slightly for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the jojoba oil and mango essential oil until well incorporated.
- Place the mixture in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours, or until it starts to solidify around the edges but is still soft in the center.
- Remove from the refrigerator and whip the mixture using a whisk or electric hand mixer. Start on low speed and gradually increase to high. Whip for 5-10 minutes or until the butter becomes light, fluffy, and doubles in volume.
- Transfer the whipped body butter to a clean, dry glass or ceramic container.
- Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Estimated Cost:
- $15-$20 USD, depending on the quality and source of ingredients.
Storage:
- Store at room temperature in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months. If your home is very warm, you may prefer to store it in the refrigerator to maintain its whipped texture.
Notes
For a firmer texture, increase the amount of mango butter slightly. If the mixture becomes too soft in warm weather, refrigerate for 15-20 minutes before use. You can substitute the mango essential oil with other tropical scents like pineapple or papaya if preferred.
Usage: Apply to clean, dry skin as needed. A little goes a long way, so start with a small amount and add more if necessary.