I wish I could remember which site I got this from but I don't. I've tweeked this and come up with a real nice lotion. I especially like this with the addition of shea or mango. I don't use the full recommended amt. of Glycerin....and adding Cyclo makes for a nice smooth silky feel. I also add a preservative. HTH Basic Lotion Ratio is 1 part Emulsifying Wax, 6 parts Oil, 2 Parts Glycerin, 12 parts water. Add fragrance or essential oil to your desired scent level. Example 1 Ounce Emulsifying Wax 6 Ounces Oil (Sweet Almond, Avocado, Apricot Kernel, Fractionated Coconut, Olive or Rice Bran) 2 Ounces Glycerin 12 Ounces Distilled Water Fragrance or Essential Oil (recommend 0.2 to 0.4 ounces for this batch) Heat the emulsifying wax, oil, and glycerin until wax is barely melted and cool to 110-120 degrees. Add distilled water and fragrance or essential oil. Blend with stick blender or and mixer on low until texture is lotion-like, pour into bottles.