Ingredients:
- 10 cups of shea butter
- 5 cups of coconut oil
- 5 cups of sweet almond oil
- 2-4 ounces (adjust to your desired scent strength) of raspberry fragrance oil
- Blue cosmetic mica powder (for color)
- 50 empty 8oz bottles or jars with lids
Instructions:
- In a double boiler or microwave, melt the shea butter, coconut oil, and sweet almond oil together until they are fully liquified. Be careful not to overheat; use low heat settings or short microwave bursts, and stir frequently.
- Allow the melted mixture to cool to room temperature. You can speed up the cooling process by placing it in the refrigerator, but do not let it solidify.
- Once the mixture has cooled, add the raspberry fragrance oil. Adjust the amount to achieve your desired scent strength. Stir well to ensure even distribution.
- To create a blue raspberry color, mix blue cosmetic mica powder into the mixture. Start with a small amount and gradually add more until you reach the desired hue.
- Let the mixture partially solidify. You can do this by leaving it at room temperature or placing it in the refrigerator, checking periodically until it reaches a semi-solid state. It should be firm but still easy to whip.
- Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, whip the semi-solid mixture until it becomes fluffy and has a creamy, butter-like consistency. This may take several minutes of whipping.
- Carefully spoon or pour the whipped body butter into the 8oz bottles or jars. You can use a funnel for easier filling.
- Seal the bottles or jars with lids tightly.
- Optionally, you can label and decorate the containers to make them more visually appealing.
- Store your Blue Raspberry Body Butter in a cool, dry place. Be sure to label each container with the date of preparation.
This Blue Raspberry Body Butter is perfect for moisturizing and indulging the senses with its delightful scent and color. Enjoy your homemade body butter!