Chocolate Body Butter
If you’re in need of some pampering, specifically your feet then this Chocolate Body Butter makes the perfect addition to your spa routine (in addition to a Chocolate Peppermint Lip Chap of course!)! Full of hydrating ingredients this homemade foot cream looks good enough to eat and feels even better!
Chocolate Body Butter Recipe
Being on your feet all the time from work or chasing little ones leaves most of us with sore, cracked and less than perfect looking! Sound familiar?
Well it’s high time we gave our feet some love then!
This Chocolate Swirl Foot Butter is full of repairing ingredients making it perfect for your feet after a long soak:
- Coconut oil is especially hydrating and helps with cracked heels.
- The shea butter in the recipe helps nourish and repair dry skin.
- Peppermint oil has been shown to help heal cuts, stings and ease muscle tension.
- Plus, the magnesium oil in the recipe promotes relaxation throughout the body and since you’re applying the lotion to your feet, one of the most highly absorbable areas, this butter is a perfect addition to your pre-bedtime routine.
Not to mention this butter looks good enough to eat! The slight hint of raw cacao powder makes this foot cream looks (and smell) like a treat. Not to worry though, the color of the butter won’t stain your feet… I promise!
Keep in mind that the temperature of your house will vary the consistency of the butter slightly. It’s naturally oily (so don’t put on your best socks after lathering up!) but the warmer your house the more melted it will be and vice versa when cold.
If you haven’t already, check out the Dos’s & Don’ts of homemade lotions so the creating process goes smoothly!
Homemade Body Butter Ingredients
- Coconut Oil (measured solid)
- Shea Butter
- Magnesium Oil
- Raw Cacao Powder
- Peppermint Essential Oil, optional
Scroll down to the printable recipe card for full measurements.
Kitchen Tools You May Find Helpful
- Double Boiler
- Electric Mixer <– this is a great hand mixer if you don’t want to make the investment into a stand mixer
- Small glass jar
How To Make Chocolate Foot Butter
In a double boiler (or a small jar in a small pot of water), combine the coconut oil and shae butter. Heat over medium high heat until a rolling boil develops. Melt the butter and the oil together.
Remove from heat and let cool on the counter for five minutes. Add in the magnesium oil and the peppermint oil. Whisk/stir briefly to combine.
Place in the fridge for one to two hours until mostly solid. Alternatively, place in the freezer for 45 minutes. The magnesium oil will separate from the shae butter and coconut oil which should be solid.
Remove from the fridge and whip with electric beater. You may have to use a small paring knife to scrape down the sides of the jar where the mixture is hard.
Once mostly whipped, add in the raw cacao and finish whipping until completely blended. Transfer to a small jar to use!
Note: If stored in the fridge this butter should last upwards of four to six weeks but the consistency is harder (due to the coconut oil solidifying). If left in the cupboard the lotion will only last three-four weeks depending on any moisture that gets into the jar.
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Chocolate Body Butter
A delicious smelling homemade body butter, this Chocolate Body Butter is perfect for giving dry skin the hydration it needs - especially dry, cracked feet that can go neglected!
Materials
- 1/4 coconut oil (measured solid)
- 1/4 cup shea butter
- 1.5 tbs magnesium oil
- 1.5 tsp raw cacao powder
- 10 drops peppermint essential oil (or more as per preference)
Tools
- Double Boiler
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Mason Jar, for storage
- Small Whisk
Instructions
- In a double boiler (or a small jar in a small pot of water), combine the coconut oil and shea butter. Heat over medium high heat until a rolling boil develops. Melt the butter and the oil together.
- Remove from heat and let cool on the counter for five minutes. Add in the magnesium oil and the peppermint oil. Whisk/stir briefly to combine.
- Place in the fridge for one to two hours until mostly solid. Alternatively, place in the freezer for 45 minutes. The magnesium oil will separate from the shea butter and coconut oil which should be solid.
- Remove from the fridge and whip with electric beater. You may have to use a small paring knife to scrape down the sides of the jar where the mixture is hard.
- Once mostly whipped, add in the raw cacao and finish whipping until completely blended. Transfer to a small jar to use!
Notes
Note: If stored in the fridge this butter should last upwards of four to six weeks but the consistency is harder (due to the coconut oil solidifying). If left in the cupboard the lotion will only last three-four weeks depending on any moisture that gets into the jar.
Recommended Products
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Viva Naturals Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil, 16 Ounce -
Organic Shea Butter by Sky Organics (16 oz) 100% Pure Unrefined Raw African Shea Butter for Face and Body Moisturizing Natural Body Butter for Dry Skin
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600ML Melting Pot Stainless Steel 304 - Premium Quality Double Boiler Pot for Melting Chocolate, Wax, Candy and Candle Making
If you’re looking for a way to pamper your feet and promote relaxation at the same time this Chocolate Swirl Foot Butter is for you! It looks good enough to eat and feels even better massaged into your feet!
Check out our other homemade beauty ideas here.
