TheQueen Posted November 10, 2008 Share Posted November 10, 2008 Here's my recipe for lotion bars. Feel free to take this recipe and make it your own. I'm sure there could be improvements but this one works for me. *cocoa butter 2 oz*mango butter 1.5 oz*olive oil 1.2 oz*soy wax 1.5 oz*beeswax 2 oz (I would recommend the white beeswax if you don't want yellowish bars although there's nothing wrong with them)*fragrance to preference (as you know, some FOs are a bit stronger than others) I used OMH because it's one of my faves but I'll be doing London Lemon Curd next. Melt the hard butters/waxes and then mix in the olive oil. Pour into whatever mold you like that will fit your presentation container (tins, etc.)--I used silicone muffin inserts in a regular muffin tin. It takes just a little bit for them to set up and they will pop right out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nancy King Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 I think I am in heavin. I just joined this wonderful group and loving it. Can't get to bed. since I am a newbie can you tell me where you get your ingredients? I am just so anxious to try these lotion bars. thanks so muchNancy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
puddin1970 Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 Alot of stuff you have to buy on line. about the only thing I know you can buy in a store is the olive oil. I live in the country - you can find the amish that sell alot of the stuff too - just letting you know. I would look on the classifields for stuff.. that way you can get better shipping - and you wont have to buy such a large amount. Just a thought Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nancy King Posted December 3, 2008 Share Posted December 3, 2008 Would you wonderful ladies share where the best places are to buy ingredients? I can't wait to try my hand at some of these recipes. I am really green when it comes to soaps and lotions. Hopefully I can learn fast. thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheQueen Posted December 3, 2008 Author Share Posted December 3, 2008 I buy from Wholesale Supplies Plus (http://www.wholesalesuppliesplus.com/)Lotioncrafter (http://www.lotioncrafter.com/store/)Elements Bath & Body (http://www.elementsbathandbody.com/)From Nature With Love (http://www.fromnaturewithlove.com/)Garden of Wisdom (http://www.gardenofwisdom.com/home.html)Oils By Nature (http://www.oilsbynature.com/)just to name a few. Shop around and see what is out there and remember that shipping can be a factor when deciding from whom to buy. Google is your friend,Good luck! I'm more of a hobbyist where this is concerned but it's so much fun. And I'm sure I speak for most folks here, we are always willing to help with whatever you need. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nancy King Posted December 3, 2008 Share Posted December 3, 2008 thank you so much. I am really really new and wanted to start with lotion and the bars. I am just so excited to find this group.Nancy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheQueen Posted December 3, 2008 Author Share Posted December 3, 2008 I waited weeks and weeks with all the ingredients to make lotion because I was petrified. Then one day I just jumped in with both feet and saw that it isn't rocket science. However, I must caution you to be very careful with lotion and be sure that it is preserved properly. The lotion bars are a totally different animal so I'd start with those. I added just a smidge (that's a highly technical term) of glycerin to my last batch of lotion bars and I like the texture a bit better than the original recipe posted here. Don't add too much or it will weep out and be kinda icky. I'd say, oh, three or four drops at most for this recipe.BTW, the London Lemon Curd lotion bars are to die for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nancy King Posted December 3, 2008 Share Posted December 3, 2008 thanks so much. Now I need to hunt down that recipe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sister Kya Posted December 12, 2008 Share Posted December 12, 2008 Interesting. I'd never experienced a lotion bar before, so I whipped some of these up. They have a lot of drag, so I'd probably like them better if I'd had deod. tubes to pour in...Thanks for sharing. That was fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheQueen Posted December 14, 2008 Author Share Posted December 14, 2008 Interesting. I'd never experienced a lotion bar before, so I whipped some of these up. They have a lot of drag, so I'd probably like them better if I'd had deod. tubes to pour in...Thanks for sharing. That was fun!By all means, please tweak it and make it your own. I like the idea of the deodorant tubes.Merry Christmas to All! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luci Posted December 15, 2008 Share Posted December 15, 2008 Do you use a sb, hand mixer, whisk, or something else to do the mixing? I normally use a stand mixer when I'm doing whipped body butter, but that isn't practical at all for a tiny experimental batch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheQueen Posted December 15, 2008 Author Share Posted December 15, 2008 You won't need anything to mix this with other than a spoon because it's all liquid--melt everything together in a bain marie, cool a little then add FO. Just let it cool a little bit more and pour into whatever mold you want--I use silicone muffin molds because the bars pop right out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Judette Posted April 20, 2009 Share Posted April 20, 2009 I made this recipe this weekend. I lowered the beeswax to 1.5 z and subbed soybean oil for the OO. Scented with Vanilla Sandalwood. It turned out wonderful. Kudos to the Queen. I also whipped this with a whisk but didn't take much to incorporate everything together.Judy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ms. Bea Posted May 2, 2009 Share Posted May 2, 2009 Hi, I have looked at your recipes for lotion bar. i would like to try this using soy wax. Please tell me if this is a good combonation for the hardness the bar is suppose to have. 3oz soy wax6oz butters- shea and cocoa butter equally3oz oils - 1 oz avocado, 1oz grapeseed, 1/2oz jojoba, 1/2oz sweet almond oil1 teaspoon cornstarch12, 000 BTU's Vit. EIf this combo is not good please inform Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smittenheart Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 I have never tried lotion bars too..the name just intrigues me..is it a lotion ?? is it a bar??? I love it..thanks for sharing.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Judette Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 I put mine in a .75z twist tube. Looks like a big lip balm tube. I just ordered the 2z ones from Elements. These have been a hit for me. I don't think just using soy wax would give them the right firmness. The beeswax makes them about the consistancy of a lip balm maybe a little firmer. Just go ahead and make the recipe as written like I did and you won't have any problems with it. Then if there is something you don't like about it tweak it for yourself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CareBear Posted May 9, 2009 Share Posted May 9, 2009 Hi, I have looked at your recipes for lotion bar. i would like to try this using soy wax. Please tell me if this is a good combonation for the hardness the bar is suppose to have. 3oz soy wax6oz butters- shea and cocoa butter equally3oz oils - 1 oz avocado, 1oz grapeseed, 1/2oz jojoba, 1/2oz sweet almond oil1 teaspoon cornstarch12, 000 BTU's Vit. EIf this combo is not good please informI believe you need either a harder wax or much less oil. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sister Kya Posted June 25, 2009 Share Posted June 25, 2009 is it a lotion ?? is it a bar??? It's a solid bar that you rub on the skin. This recipe doesn't feel like "lotion" to me, it's more waxy and doesn't absorb easily. However, I think that's the charm. It's portable and good for tough elbows and heels, adding a nice layer of protection during cold weather or dry heat.Try them, they're fun!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terlorr Posted June 26, 2009 Share Posted June 26, 2009 I put mine in a .75z twist tube. Looks like a big lip balm tube. I just ordered the 2z ones from Elements. These have been a hit for me. I don't think just using soy wax would give them the right firmness. The beeswax makes them about the consistancy of a lip balm maybe a little firmer. Just go ahead and make the recipe as written like I did and you won't have any problems with it. Then if there is something you don't like about it tweak it for yourself.Hi, I have looked at your recipes for lotion bar. i would like to try this using soy wax. Please tell me if this is a good combonation for the hardness the bar is suppose to have. 3oz soy wax6oz butters- shea and cocoa butter equally3oz oils - 1 oz avocado, 1oz grapeseed, 1/2oz jojoba, 1/2oz sweet almond oil1 teaspoon cornstarch12, 000 BTU's Vit. EIf this combo is not good please informDid you adjust your recipe and use the soy wax? Was wondering if you did and how it went? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheQueen Posted June 26, 2009 Author Share Posted June 26, 2009 I especially love lotion bars in the winter when skin is dry from indoor heat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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