We all know body lotion is an important part of everyday care, especially during the colder time of the year. But actually applying lotion is another story. Why is it so hard? I don’t know about you, but I’ve been known to skip it most days – leading to the driest skin I never even thought possible. I’m hoping these DIY body lotion recipes will help you as well as me – unless you’re really into flaky legs, in which case, don’t let me yuck your yum.
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Making lotion is easier than you may have thought. You can even make it in your blender! You can make it special, with shimmer or color or scent. And you can even make solid lotion if you’re not looking to get your hands dirty. Which one of these body lotion recipes will it be?
7 Body Lotion Recipes
1. Oatmeal Lotion for Dry, Itchy Skin
Cold winter air and indoor heating make skin dry, and dry skin is one step away from an turning into itchy nightmare. Use soothing oat milk and calming chamomile essential oil to create a repairing body lotion which locks moisture in.
2. How to Make Lotion with Shimmer
For a warm but subtle glow, try a body lotion with shimmer. Rub it all over your legs for that “I just came from the beach” look, or use it to strategically highlight certain points on your body.
3. All-Natural Bronzer Lotion
Need a bit of color on your skin? We have good news: you can make your own bronzer lotion with natural ingredients from the kitchen, such as cinnamon or cocoa powder. The lotion is super customizable, as you can get the perfect color for your skin’s undertones and the exact bronzed color you’re aiming more.
4. Calamine Lotion for Bug Bites
Formulated without any actual calamine, this itch-relief lotion is made with anti-inflammatory ingredients that soothe bug bites at last. Think witch hazel and calming essential oils like lavender and chamomile.
5. Lotion Bars
If, for some reason or another, liquid lotion isn’t your thing, you’ll love lotion bars. They’re perfect for traveling and moisturizing your skin on the go. Make yours with matcha, coffee or jasmine, depending on your skin’s needs.
6. Vitamin E Scar Lotion
Help diminish scars and fade blemished skin with an aloe, vitamin E and wheat germ body lotion you can whip up in no time. You’ll have no problem applying it to sensitive skin, knowing that it’s free of parabens, chemicals and fragrances.
7. How to Make Lotion in a Blender
Not only does making your own body lotion provide the opportunity to completely control the formula, but it doesn’t require any fancy equipment either. You can actually make lotion in the kitchen, in the blender, just like that.
