You could also … Thanks for sharing. It is amazing how useful this "LIQUID GOLD" is. So here is the specific recipe I tried: 1/2 cup distilled water 1/2 cup olive oil … So this DIY Lotion bar is one of those simple and quick recipes that more people need to be aware of. Whisk well until fully incorporated. I´m giving spa treatments at home in the Philippines as a hobby and I use olive oil mixed with essential oils like lavender. Voting up, useful and sharing! Suzanne Ridgeway (author) from Dublin, Ireland on December 13, 2012: Oh do make me jealous and tell me HOW cheap you can buy gorgeous olive oil then?? Delighted you enjoyed my friend, great to have you here as always!!! I'll have to see if I can get rose petals that haven't been sprayed. Coconut oil is so good for the skin. But I did use ingredients that I already had sitting around the house. I always have it on hand! Thank you for sharing this with us. A fact that is easy to understand when all you can see is thousands of proud olive tree groves for miles and that they are given tremendous respect and tender loving care by Italians. 5 Never realized it had so many uses. I love all natural alternatives like this. https://livesimply.me/homemade-moisturizing-lotion-recipe-no-coconut-oil 1 Essential Oil Lotion Recipes. Suzanne Ridgeway (author) from Dublin, Ireland on July 25, 2014: Thanks mhima for the support and I hope you find it as versatile and useful as I do! Learning about the olives and methods of harvesting was fascinating. Have an awesome day! Kris Heeter from Indiana on December 22, 2012: I've been using almond oil mixed with a few drops of essential oils as a moisturizer but hadn't considered olive oil. Maybe I should try it again. I love the smell of olive oil, so I wouldn't mind one bit using it in place of all my lotions and creams! From this large batch we would make so many dozen bottles of each scent. . 6. I´ll try this age busting moisturizer. I recommend trying it at nighttime to start with, applying it after a shower or bath or 30 mins before bedtime to allow it absorb into the skin. If you have some cucumber handy and aloe vera they make a great eye gel for tired dehydrated eyes after travelling, even a cucumber on it's own. Do not use flower petals that may have been sprayed with chemicals as they may end up in your moisturizer and be absorbed through the skin. Suzanne Ridgeway (author) from Dublin, Ireland on June 09, 2013: Hi Vix, Coconut oil is a great product for skin for sure. Instructions: Combine the olive oil, the coconut oil, the beeswax, and the vitamin E oil in a glass jar. Nancy Kelley/Demand Media Blend the distilled water and extra virgin olive oil … Jayme Kinsey from Oklahoma on December 07, 2012: Wonderful and useful hub. Combine the ingredients in a food processor until smooth. I have included directions for How to Make Your Own Body Lotion. Suzanne Ridgeway (author) from Dublin, Ireland on December 22, 2012: Many thanks for visiting and delighted to hear you are a fan of natural alternatives - me too! In addition to its historic use for calming achy muscles, mandarin’s aroma is overall relaxing and calming. I wanted to build a resource for you to access pretty much all of the amazing DIY lotion and moisturizer recipes you could ever need.. Obviously, not every lotion recipe is right for everybody. Is the age busting moisture lotion for the face. Delighted you stopped by on this, I love olive oil and it is such a beneficial oil for skin, hair and health. Suzanne Ridgeway (author) from Dublin, Ireland on May 17, 2013: Many thanks for dropping by, so appreciate your visits and comments! olive oil is such a great skin care ingredient, a must for us all!! I think the shaving oil is a great idea, too. Because my favorite time to use this DIY natural body lotion is right after a long day outside, I greatly appreciate the soothing nature of this body lotion recipe’s Mandarin Essential Oil. Spain, Italy and Greece are the biggest olive producers in the world accounting for over 75% of the world olive oil production. Stir the olive oil into the melted butter, then place the mixture in the fridge to cool for 30 to 40 minutes, until it’s at least half-way solidified again. When we purchased our property in Puglia, a southern region in Italy, we were not fully aware of the valuable olive trees that grew there. I love this. I know the thought of having our own is wonderful. I have a small bottle of baby oil and thought of adding a few drops of EVOO to it. Thanks so much for all your votes, shares etc .. . luigi diamanti, via FreeDigitalPhotos.net. When you do make hand lotion recipes, here’s info on apricot kernel oil, known for its hypo-allergenic and healing properties. Add the almond oil, olive oil, coconut oil, lanolin, and vitamin E oil to the double boiler and heat until melted. My first lotion was done in a bowl with a fork, but a hand mixer/stick blender would be way better. With our small number of trees we were told they would yield enough oil to keep us stocked up for a year, which was music to our ears. You will end up with your own beauty olive oil in the bathroom and one in the kitchen!! Wonderful information! Suzanne Ridgeway (author) from Dublin, Ireland on December 14, 2012: Great to have you check this out! I am going to use some of your ideas here for using it as a moisturizer. lotion with a little less oily feel to it. This is another great hub, Suzanne! Cheers for checking in so quickly after landing! plain lotion, just needs a scent and maybe a tint of color. Olive oil is at the top of my list of the best skin care products, particularly as a moisturizer. Manoj Kurian Jacob PhD on March 02, 2018: Very fond of olive oil becoz of its fantastic fatty acid oleic acid which is really good for healthy skin and healthy diet too. Great information here...the exfoliating scrub sounds delightful! Other lightweight options include avocado oil, apricot kernel oil, argan oil, and jojoba oil. Suzanne is a qualified beautician with experience as a freelance makeup artist. The basic idea is that you have glycerine, distilled water, olive oil, and then random other items for vitamin or fragrance. For those tricky areas such as elbows and knees, soak a piece of cotton cloth in the bowl, wring it out then wrap the soaked cloth around the area you wish to treat. These bottles are called ovals, have white or black lids and come in different sizes. Suzanne Ridgeway (author) from Dublin, Ireland on December 07, 2012: One for the boys hopefully! Or try a mixture of oils. Strain the petals and pour the infused oil into the other jar. #handmadesoap #naturalsoap #indigoearthnews #soapmaking #soapmaking #soaps #artisansoap #bathandbody #cpsoap #coldprocesssoap #etsy #soapbase #soapcrafter #soapmaker #soaping #soapcrafting #soaphandmade #soap #giftidea #christmas #barsoap #handmadesoap #natural #organic #skincare #coldprocess #makelotion #makehandlotionrecipes. Particularly beneficial for dry skins, this oil helps diminish fine lines and plumps out wrinkles, slowing down the ageing process. Mix the sugar and olive oil. I have had no internet today, hence my delay replying!:-). :). I'm so excited for you. Great hub! 5. Then all you have to do is use a hand mixer to beat the mix until the lotion has a creamy texture, which takes about 5 minutes. All recipes are made and used at your own risk. Thanks again! Olive oil: This is a thicker oil that's great for dry or sensitive skin. Pour the oils into a blender and let them cool to room temperature. Pierce the vitamin E capsules and pour over the petals. I´m still so tired from my long travel and don´t like to shop a body lotion. I use it for everything. :-). 4 Heat the emulsifying wax and olive oil mixture in a microwave for 1 minute, or until it reaches 155 degrees Fahrenheit (68 C). I've even tried the oil cleansing method, although I didn't stick to it. Instead of olive oil, try jojoba oil, or almond oil or grape seed oil. The end result was a greasy, not nicely fragranced, too thick, lotion. Coconut oil; Extra virgin olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon of essential oils (I used 1/4 each of grapefruit and lavender) INSTRUCTIONS. This is where I would add a specialty oil like emu oil or carrot tissue oil, add your essential oils or fragrance oils, tint if applicable (I think it’s a good idea most of the time). The recipe calls for a 2 to 1 ratio for sugar and olive oil. I landed on sesame oil after trying all the best oils on my skin, from coconut oil, olive oil, almond oil and apricot kernel oil, to the lauded jojoba oil. Just make sure the total still come to 4 1/2 tsp of oil. Awesome! Awesome! I made my body butter using a combo of several types of butters like shea, cocoa, and coconut oil. Being able to grow our own olives for skin care products is a bonus. Thanks so much for votes up and sharing . Many thanks for your votes and shares, much appreciated!! It is a heavier oil than others (Jojoba for example) and I find perfect for the no makeup day or for night time but not under makeup. If you’re familiar with body oils, you might expect to find jojoba oil in this blend, instead sesame oil is the star and base for this moisturizing body oil recipe. What I love about this homemade body lotion, is that it incorporates all of the major skin-nourishing oils and butters, and I can customize the small amount of liquid oil, from olive oil, to jajoba, sweet almond, or avocado.. I used a pint sized canning jar. No surprise when you consider the importance of food, traditions and customs of Italy. Thanks so much for your lovely comments. I am going to use some of your ideas here for using it as a moisturizer many thanks for sharing. In fact it is illegal to dig up one of these trees unless for re-planting purposes. Appreciate the comments and generous votes and shares Thelma.. Thelma Alberts from Germany and Philippines on January 29, 2013: Wow!