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Natural Hand Lotion

A rich yet fast-absorbing natural lotion that hydrates, softens, and protects dry hands without any questionable additives.Formulated with nourishing butters and oils (like shea, jojoba, and coconut), natural wax for structure, and vitamin E for antioxidant support.
Keyword Bath & Body Care
Prep Time 2 minutes
mixing time 1 minute
Total Time 3 minutes

Ingredients

Oil Phase (about 60%)

  • 2 tbsp organic shea butter softens, nourishes
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil or cocoa butter adds richness
  • 2 tbsp jojoba oil balances skin’s natural sebum
  • 1 tsp beeswax or candelilla wax vegan alternative; thickens and seals in moisture

Water Phase (about 35%)

  • ⅓ cup distilled or boiled + cooled water
  • 1 tbsp aloe vera gel soothes irritation
  • 1 tsp vegetable glycerin draws moisture into skin

Cool Down Phase (about 5%)

  • 4-6 drops vitamin E oil antioxidant; extends shelf life naturally
  • 1-2 drops Pure vanilla extract or a trace of lavender hydrosol — for a soft scent that’s safe during pregnancy Optional
  • Natural preservative Optional, if you’ll store longer than 1 week:
  • 0.5 –1 % Optiphen ND or Leucidal Liquid SF Complete – both are mild paraben-free, and considered safe for pregnancy when used properly.

Instructions

Prep:

  • Sanitize all equipment (bowls, whisk, spatula, jars).
  • Boil and cool your water if you’re not using distilled.

Melt Oil Phase:

  • Combine shea butter, coconut/cocoa butter, jojoba oil, and wax in a heat-safe bowl.
  • Gently heat in a double boiler until fully melted and uniform.

Warm Water Phase:

  • In a separate bowl, warm the water, aloe gel, and glycerin just until roughly the same temperature as the oils (around 130 °F / 55 °C).

Emulsify:

  • Slowly pour the warm water phase into the melted oil phase while whisking or blending with an immersion blender.
  • Blend 1–2 minutes until creamy and thick.

Cool & Finish:

  • Let the lotion cool below 100 °F (38 °C).
  • Add vitamin E and optional preservative or scent. Blend again.

Notes

Apply after washing hands or before bed for overnight hydration.
  • For extra nourishment, apply a thicker layer and cover with cotton gloves for 20 minutes.
  • Always patch-test new skincare, even natural ones.