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Best Postpartum Lotion Recipe 

This DIY postpartum lotion is lightweight, hydrating, and includes a water element to create a true lotion texture. It’s perfect for new moms with sensitive or dry skin and helps improve skin elasticity while reducing the appearance of stretch marks.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 8 ounces

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup Distilled Water
  • ¼ cup Sweet Almond Oil
  • ¼ cup Shea Butter
  • 1 teaspoon Vitamin E Oil
  • 1 tablespoon Emulsifying Wax
  • 5-10 drops Lavender Essential Oil
  • ¼ teaspoon Natural Preservative leucidal liquid

Instructions
 

Melt the Oil Phase Ingredients:

  • Combine the shea butter, sweet almond oil, and emulsifying wax in a heatproof bowl.
  • Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water to create a double boiler.
  • Heat gently until everything is fully melted, stirring occasionally.

Heat the Water Phase:

  • In a separate heatproof container, warm the distilled water to about the same temperature as the melted oils (around 60°C or 140°F).

Combine the Phases:

  • Slowly pour the heated water into the melted oil mixture while stirring constantly.
  • Use a hand blender or whisk to mix thoroughly until the lotion begins to thicken.

Cool and Add Extras:

  • Let the lotion cool to room temperature.
  • Add the vitamin E oil, lavender essential oil (if using), and preservative. Stir well to combine.

Transfer to a Container:

  • Pour the finished lotion into a clean, airtight pump bottle or jar.
  • Label and store in a cool, dry place.
Keyword Lotion, Postpartum