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Hi all! My name is Kristy and I'm a newbie! I've got two kiddos with eczema and one with nut allergies...so fidning body butter that is suitable is annoying, to say the least, so I've decided to try making my own.

This is what I'm thinking:
Mango butter or pumpkin seed butter (or a mix)
calendula oil
jojoba oil
Beeswax

Now...will this get greasy? Is there anything I can do to keep it from being greasy?

I use it quickly, so I don't really want to use a preservative. I might use some Vit. E to extend shelf-life...we'll see. Is there anything else I should consider adding to improve the product? I plan on whipping it, I think.

Any tips or advice would be greatly appreciated! I am all new to this!

Welcome!
Most body butters are greasy since it has butters and oils. You could try adding some cornstarch if your kiddos don't have allergies to that.

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Irena
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Do I add the corn starch while heating? Any tips on how much to add to start? (say to a 4oz batch) ?

Thank!

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Irena
Closed minds are like faulty parachutes; they refuse to open.

I whip my shea & mango butter without heating....I also use oil and cornstarch...my family and friends love it...

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