Whipped Body Butter Recipe

Simple 3 ingredient

Whipped Body Butter

Have you ever looked at the label of a store-bought body butter and wondered, "Is this really natural?" The truth is, many products labeled as "natural" contain synthetic ingredients, preservatives, or hidden allergens—even when they claim to be pure. When you make your own body butter, you control every ingredient, ensuring your skin gets only the best. Plus, you’ll reduce plastic waste by reusing containers at home—a win for your skin and the planet!

This 3-ingredient whipped body butter is designed to be simple, cost-effective, and universally skin-friendly. No allergens, no fuss—just pure, nourishing luxury. And if you love customizing your own formulas, don’t forget to check out my new book, The Conscious Formulator’s Guide to Natural Body Care, to learn how to formulate your own recipes like a pro, and troubleshoot a product gone wrong, and of course, we give even more recipes and tips!

Why Make Your Own Body Butter?

1. You Know Exactly What’s in It

   • Store-bought products often contain synthetic fragrances, emulsifiers, preservatives, or fillers. When you DIY, you choose every ingredient—no surprises.

2. What Goes on Your Skin Goes Into Your Bloodstream

   • Your skin can absorb a lot of what you apply—so why not make sure it’s pure and beneficial?

3. Reduce Plastic Waste

   • Skip the single-use containers! Reuse jars or tins at home for a zero-waste solution.

4. Cost-Effective & Customizable

   • This recipe uses affordable, easy-to-find ingredients that work for most skin types.

5. Great Gift!

   • This luxurious yet simple body butter makes a thoughtful, budget-friendly gift for the holidays—or just treat yourself! The light, velvety texture absorbs beautifully, leaving skin soft and hydrated without greasiness.

Whipped Body Butter Recipe

Ingredients:

Makes 2 - 8oz jars or about 2 cups of body butter depending on the fluffiness you achieve

• 100 grams shea butter (nourishing and deeply moisturizing)

• 70 grams apricot oil or almond oil (lightweight, non-greasy, and packed with vitamins)

• 3 grams or 60 drops lavender essential oil (calming, skin-soothing)*

*Note: Lavender is gentle and widely loved, but you can swap it for another skin-safe essential oil if preferred. Learn more about essential oil safety here.

Tools:

• Double boiler (or a heat-safe bowl over a pot of water)

• Hand mixer or stand mixer

• Glass jar or tin for storage

• Digital scale (more accurate)*

  • *I like waterproof ones that can weight small amounts as low as 0.01 grams for essentials oils, but can also accommodate at least This one as an affordable option and this one is better quality

Step-by-Step Instructions:

• Melt the Shea Butter

  • Use a double boiler to melt the shea butter on low heat*. Once fully melted, let it simmer for 15 minutes. *to make a double boiler, boil an inch of water in a pot and put a heat-safe bowl on top, turn on low to simmer and the steam will gently melt your butter

• Mix in the Apricot/Almond Oil

  • Remove from heat and stir in the carrier oil

• Chill Until Semi-Solid

  • Place the mixture in the freezer until it’s semi-solid but not rock-hard.

• Add in the Essential Oil

  • Put the drops of essential oil into the mixture

• Whip to Perfection

  • Use an electric mixer to whip the mixture until it’s light and fluffy, like whipped cream.

  • If it doesn’t whip properly, pop it back in the freezer for 10–15 minutes and try again.

• Store & Enjoy!

  • Transfer to a clean, airtight container. Your whipped body butter is ready to use!

Want to Go Further?

If you’re ready to customize your own formulas or dive deeper into natural body care, my book, The Conscious Formulator’s Guide to Natural Body Care, is your ultimate resource. Learn how to adjust textures, scents, and benefits for your unique skin needs—no experience required!

Happy formulating!

Tara 💚