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    Published: Feb 3, 2022 · Modified: May 3, 2024 by Kristen Wood · This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase through links on our site, we may earn a commission. ·

    DIY Violet Rose Body Lotion Bar Recipe

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    DIY Violet Rose Body Lotion Bar Recipe [Homemade + Non Greasy]

    This DIY Body Lotion Bar recipe is a MUST! These homemade lotion bars are super easy to make, non-greasy, and will leave your skin feeling silky smooth.

    DIY Violet Rose Body Lotion Bar Recipe [Homemade + Non Greasy]

    Why You'll Love This DIY

    • It's super easy.
    • The results are beautiful and functional.
    • These lotion bars are both wonderfully moisturizing, but non greasy.
    • They are intoxicatingly fragrant, but not too much so.
    • You can keep the dried flowers in the bars for a natural exfoliating effect (I love to do it this way!), or make them silky smooth.
    • They store well.
    • They are wonderful for self-care and also make great gifts.
    • They are packed with skin healing properties.
    • Since they are homemade, you know they are free of harmful chemicals and other unnecessary additives.
    • They are suitable for sensitive skin.
    White chocolate covered cookies with dried flower toppings, arranged in a row on a dark wooden surface, resembling a body lotion bar.

    Ingredient Notes

    Sweet almond oil: One of my absolute favorite carrier oils, sweet almond oil is silky and moisturizing but without a greasy feel, making it my top choice for lotion bars. Having said that, any carrier oil you prefer will work in this recipe, so feel free to switch it up. Hemp seed oil, olive oil, jojoba oil, avocado oil and coconut oil work well.

    Dried rose petals: I love to use organic culinary grade rose petals, but any dried rose petals will do.

    Dried violet blossoms: Violets add the most beautiful pop of color and fragrance to these lotion bars.

    Cocoa butter: Cocoa butter adds a beautiful richness in scent, moisturization, and healing properties. It is protective, soothes irritation, and fades scars and wrinkles. It contains vitamin E and vitamin K.

    White beeswax: I think the white color contrasts nicely with the florals, but you can use yellow beeswax if you prefer.

    Rose absolute essential oil: This optional ingredient adds additional fragrance for some superpower rose flair.

    Artisanal white chocolate body lotion bars sprinkled with dried flowers and nuts on a dark wooden surface.

    How to Make Homemade Lotion Bars

    1. In a small saucepan over low heat add the sweet almond oil, dried rose petals, and dried violet blossoms. Heat until the pan feels warm to the touch (about 3 minutes), then turn off the heat. 
    2. Let the oil infusion sit for at least 1 hour, or until the oil smells as fragrant as you would like. Strain the dried flowers if you would prefer super smooth lotion bars, otherwise, keep them in the oil for visual appeal and to add an exfoliating effect to your lotion bars.
    3. In a double boiler over medium heat, add the infused oil, cocoa butter, and beeswax. Heat until all liquifies (about 5 minutes).
    4. Stir in the essential oil, if using, then pour the mixture into silicone molds of your choice.
    5. Let the bars sit until cool and hardened completely (about 1 hour) before removing from the molds.
    6. Keep the lotion bars stored in a cool, dark place for up to one year.
    Handmade body lotion bars with dried flowers arranged on a dark wooden background.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is a body lotion bar?

    A lotion bar is lotion in a solid form.

    Do lotion bars work?

    Solid lotion bars rely on body heat to liquify and melt into your skin on contact.

    How do you use a lotion bar?

    Lotions bars can be rubbed into your heels, elbows, knees and anywhere that needs a little TLC. You can also use them on your lips. They work great after a shower when you can rub the bar into slightly damp skin.

    How to store lotion bars?

    Lotion bars will keep for at least a year with proper care. I like to wrap each individual lotion bar in parchment paper and then place in a metal tin like a candle tin.

    Artisanal body lotion bars decorated with dried flowers, elegantly arranged in a row on a dark wooden background.

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    5 from 39 votes

    DIY Violet Rose Body Lotion Bar Recipe

    This DIY Body Lotion Bar recipe is a MUST! These homemade lotion bars are super easy to make, non-greasy, and will leave your skin feeling silky smooth.
    Prep Time: 5 minutes mins
    Active Time: 10 minutes mins
    Waiting and Cooling Time: 2 hours hrs
    Total Time: 2 hours hrs 15 minutes mins
    Yield: 6 lotion bars
    Author: Kristen Wood
    Cost: $10

    Equipment

    • Saucepan
    • Double Boiler
    • Molds

    Materials

    • 4 ounces sweet almond oil
    • 2 tablespoons dried rose petals
    • 2 tablespoons dried violet blossoms
    • 4 ounces cocoa butter
    • 4 ounces white beeswax
    • 15 drops rose absolute essential oil optional
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    Instructions

    • In a small saucepan over low heat add the sweet almond oil, dried rose petals and dried violet blossoms. Heat until the pan feels warm to the touch (about 3 minutes), then turn off the heat.
    • Let the oil infusion sit for at least 1 hour, or until the oil smells as fragrant as you would like. Strain the dried flowers if you would prefer super smooth lotion bars, otherwise, keep them in the oil for visual appeal and to add an exfoliating effect to your lotion bars.
    • In a double boiler over medium heat, add the infused oil, cocoa butter and beeswax. Heat until all liquifies (about 5 minutes).
    • Stir in the essential oil, if using, then pour the mixture into silicone molds of your choice.
    • Let the bars sit until cool and hardened completely (about 1 hour) before removing from the molds.
    • Keep the lotion bars stored in a cool, dark place for up to one year.

    Notes

    Please see the full post above for valuable information.
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    Also see: Beeswax vs Soy Wax.
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    About Kristen Wood

    Kristen is a plant lover, gardener, certified functional nutritional expert, cookbook author, writer, and photographer. Her work has been featured in many online and print publications including Willow & Sage Magazine, Forbes, NBC, New York Daily News, Healthline, MSN, Elle, Yoga Journal, and many more. She is also a syndicated writer for The Associated Press.

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    Kristen is a plant lover, gardener, certified functional nutritional expert, cookbook author, writer, and photographer. Her work has been featured in many online and print publications including Willow & Sage Magazine, Forbes, NBC, New York Daily News, Healthline, MSN, Elle, Yoga Journal, and many more. She is also a syndicated writer for The Associated Press.

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