Why This Recipe Works
By incorporating water-soluble botanicals like aloe vera liquid gel, cucumber extract, and D-Panthenol directly into a professional cream base, this cold-process formulation locks in moisture and revitalizes the skin. Natural Vitamin E and phenoxyethanol ensure antioxidant protection and micro-biological safety, while peppermint essential oil provides a fresh, noticeable cooling sensation without overpowering the skin.
Ingredients & Preparation Details
What's Inside
1,020 g Cream Base
60 g Aloe Vera Liquid Gel
36 g Cucumber Extract
36 g D-Panthenol
12 g Vitamin E (Natural)
6 g Peppermint Essential Oil
3.6 g Tea Tree Essential Oil
2.4 g Phenoxyethanol
Tools & Preparation Details
Mixing bowl and spatula
Digital scale
Total Time: Minutes
Airtight storage jars
How to Make It
Step 1: Combine Ingredients
Add all the ingredients into your Cream Base.
Step 2: Mix & Package
Mix slowly until the texture is smooth and even.
Pour into a jar, label it, and call it "my skincare era."
Q & A
Q: How strong is the cooling feel?
A: Peppermint Essential Oil is included at 6 g in the total batch, delivering a fresh, noticeable cool without being overpowering.
Q: Can I use this on my face?
A: It is designed as a body lotion. If using on the face, patch test first and avoid the eye area due to the peppermint content.
Q: What does the Phenoxyethanol do?
A: It serves as the broad-spectrum preservative in this formula to help keep the emulsion safe from microbial growth.
Q: Can I swap the essential oils?
A: You can omit tea tree for a milder scent or replace it with another skin-safe essential oil blend at a similar total amount.
Storage Tips
Keep the container sealed, cool, and out of direct sunlight. Use clean hands or a spatula to dispense the lotion.
Shop the Ingredients
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