Restorative Magnesium and Lavender Body Butter

This restorative body butter is the perfect way to relax and de-stress after a long day. The magnesium flakes help to soothe tired muscles, while the lavender and chamomile essential oils promote relaxation. The shea butter and coconut oil nourish and moisturize the skin, leaving it feeling soft and smooth.

I first came up with this recipe after a particularly stressful day. I was feeling tense and achy, and I couldn't seem to relax. I decided to take a bath with some Epsom salts, and I immediately felt better. The magnesium in the salts helped to soothe my muscles, and the warm water helped to relax me. After my bath, I massaged my body with a mixture of shea butter, coconut oil, and lavender essential oil. The combination of the magnesium, the lavender, and the shea butter was incredibly soothing, and I felt much more relaxed and at ease.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 1 cup shea butter
• 1/2 cup coconut oil
• 1/4 cup magnesium flakes
• 15 drops lavender essential oil
• 5 drops chamomile essential oil
• Optional: 1 tablespoon dried lavender buds for garnish

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, whip the shea butter and coconut oil until light and fluffy.
2. Gradually add the magnesium flakes, whipping until well combined.
3. Stir in the lavender and chamomile essential oils.
4. Transfer the body butter to a glass jar or airtight container and allow to set in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or overnight.
5. Before using, whip the body butter again until smooth and creamy.
6. Massage a generous amount onto your skin, focusing on areas of tension or discomfort.

Why It Works

• The magnesium flakes help to soothe tired muscles.
• The lavender and chamomile essential oils promote relaxation.
• The shea butter and coconut oil nourish and moisturize the skin.