Skin-Calming Aloe Vera and Coconut Milk Lotion

This skin-calming lotion is made with aloe vera, coconut milk, coconut oil, shea butter, lavender essential oil, chamomile essential oil, vitamin E oil, and cornstarch. It's perfect for soothing dry, irritated skin.

This lotion was inspired by a trip I took to the Caribbean. I was suffering from a bad case of sunburned skin, and I desperately needed something to soothe the pain and inflammation. I found a local woman who sold me a homemade lotion made with aloe vera, coconut milk, and other natural ingredients. It worked wonders on my skin, and I've been using it ever since.

Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup aloe vera gel
• 1/2 cup coconut milk
• 1/4 cup coconut oil
• 1/4 cup shea butter
• 10 drops lavender essential oil
• 5 drops chamomile essential oil
• 20 drops vitamin E oil
• 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch

Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
2. Pour the lotion into a jar or bottle.
3. Store the lotion in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
4. To use, apply the lotion to your skin as needed.
5. Gently massage the lotion into your skin.
6. Allow the lotion to absorb completely.

Why It Works

• Aloe vera is a natural anti-inflammatory and antibacterial agent. It helps to soothe and heal irritated skin.
• Coconut milk is rich in fatty acids, which help to moisturize and protect the skin.
• Coconut oil is also a good moisturizer, and it helps to create a barrier on the skin that protects it from further irritation.
• Shea butter is a natural emollient that helps to soften and smooth the skin.
• Lavender essential oil is a calming and relaxing oil that helps to reduce inflammation.
• Chamomile essential oil is another calming and anti-inflammatory oil.
• Vitamin E oil is a powerful antioxidant that helps to protect the skin from damage caused by free radicals.
• Cornstarch helps to absorb excess oil and moisture, leaving the skin feeling smooth and matte.