Basic Lotion Bar
2 oz (1/4 cup) beeswax
1 oz (2 tbl) Shea butter
1 oz (2 tbl) Extra Virgin Olive Oil (or other carrier oil such as sweet almond oil or grapeseed oil)
Essential oil(s) usually around 3-5 drops
Optional: soap dye for color
Melt the beeswax and shea butter in a glass container in the microwave, or in a double boiler on the stove. When it is completely melted remove from heat and stir in olive oil. Then add your essential oils and/or coloring. Pour into your soap mold and let set up. Makes one 4oz bar.
Note: I chose to use olive oil on this post because it is cheap and great if you are really dry, but you can use a number of oils. if you prefer. Sweet almond oil leaves a less oily feel.
