How to Make Lotion - Start from the Base

Wondering how to make lotion from scratch? Think Chemistry. Oil and water are not compatible, but they are essential ingredients in lotion making. Blend these together by using an emulsifier. An emulsifier is an ingredient that combines oil and water bases together so they will not separate. When making lotions, you have to start with these three ingredients and add some essential oils later on to add some spice to your homemade lotions.

Here's how to make a homemade lotion base:

Combine ½ cup distilled water, ½ cup oil (use macadamia nut oil, almond, grape seed, or olive) and 1 tbsp lecithin.

Lecithin is a valuable natural emulsifier used in making lotions because it helps soften and rejuvenate the skin. Plus, it replenishes the acid mantle and improves the skin's feel after application. When using this emulsifier during lotion making, put in some additives like macadamia nut oil to avoid pore clogging. Lecithin is derived from soy beans, eggs, milk, sunflower seeds, avocado, and some vegetables.

How to Make Lotion - Add Some Sugar and Spice

Enhance your homemade lotion by adding some essential oils like geranium oil to revitalize the skin, lemongrass oil to keep away mosquitoes, chamomile oil to help ease muscle aches, sandalwood oil to tone the skin, lavender oil to freshen the skin, and myrrh oil to replenish skin's moisture.

Don't forget to put in a harmless preservative to make your homemade lotion last longer. Vitamin E Oil is a fine antioxidant and preservative to include when making lotions.