A Simple, Effective Recipe for Dry Skin and More
For those of you looking to take care of your dry skin without all the fuss and fancy lotions, here’s a bare-bones coconut oil balm recipe that really works a charm. You’ll only need two things: coconut oil and beeswax. It’s perfect for anyone who likes to do it themselves.
What You’ll Need:
1/2 cup coconut oil (solid at room temperature)
1/2 cup beeswax (or pellets)
A double boiler
A spoon for stirring
Containers for the balm (small tins or jars work great)
Steps to Make It:
Melt the Beeswax: Put the beeswax into your double boiler and melt over low heat. Don’t rush this; let the beeswax melt completely for a smooth blend.
Add the Coconut Oil: Once the beeswax is all melted and clear, stir in the coconut oil until the whole mixture is evenly blended and smooth.
Pour It Out: Carefully pour the mixture into your containers. Go slow to avoid spills.
Let It Set: Leave the filled containers at room temperature until the balm hardens. This might take a few hours depending on how cool your room is.
Yield: This recipe makes about 1 cup of balm, enough to fill four 2-ounce containers.
Using Your Balm: Just scoop a little out and apply it wherever your skin’s dry. It absorbs well and gets to work right away, moisturizing and protecting your skin.
Storing It: Keep your balm somewhere cool and dry, and it’ll stay good for a long time.
This coconut oil balm is as straightforward as it gets. It’s perfect for outdoor folks or anyone who doesn’t want to mess around with complicated recipes. Whip it up, slap it on, and feel the difference on your skin. Give it a try-it’s a solid addition to your home remedies, and you can add to this bade for more personalized blends and ratios. Adjust the recipe to suit your needs, and perhaps pass it along. Just like Grandma did.-jb
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