Tranquil Lavender and Chamomile Hand Cream
Our light and airy whipped lavender and chamomile hand cream will leave your hands feeling soft, smooth, and smelling like a field of wildflowers. Made with a blend of rich shea butter, soothing coconut oil, and protective beeswax, this cream will nourish and protect your skin even on the driest of days.
I've always loved the smell of lavender and chamomile. When I was a little girl, my grandmother would make me a cup of chamomile tea before bed, and I would always fall asleep to the calming scent. When I got older, I started using lavender essential oil in my diffuser, and I loved how it made my home feel more peaceful and relaxing. One day, I decided to combine my two favorite scents into a hand cream, and the result was this whipped lavender and chamomile hand cream. It's light and airy, with a delicate floral scent that's perfect for everyday use. Plus, it's made with all-natural ingredients that are gentle on your skin.
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Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 1
Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup shea butter
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil
  • 2 tablespoons beeswax
  • 15 drops lavender essential oil
  • 15 drops chamomile essential oil
  • 1/4 cup vitamin E oil
Instructions
  1. Melt the shea butter, coconut oil, and beeswax in a double boiler over low heat.
  2. Remove from heat and stir in the lavender and chamomile essential oils.
  3. Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then stir in the vitamin E oil.
  4. Pour the mixture into a 4-ounce glass jar and allow it to cool completely.
  5. Store the hand cream in a cool, dark place for up to 3 months.
Why It Works
  • Shea butter is a rich, emollient butter that is deeply moisturizing and nourishing for the skin.
  • Coconut oil is a light, easily absorbed oil that is also moisturizing and nourishing for the skin.
  • Beeswax is a natural wax that helps to create a protective barrier on the skin, locking in moisture and protecting it from environmental damage.
  • Lavender essential oil is a calming and relaxing oil that is also known for its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties.
  • Chamomile essential oil is a soothing and calming oil that is also known for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
  • Vitamin E oil is a powerful antioxidant that helps to protect the skin from damage caused by free radicals.