This homemade moisturizer consists of a mere three ingredients. And the best part? This recipe takes only seconds to whip up. Simplicity has never been, well, simpler. This recipe works for the body. See suggestions above for the face.
Combine the coconut oil or jojoba oil, vitamin E or tea tree oil, and lavender in a storage container. Now mix. That's it. If you're using this on your face, I recommend using jojoba oil (and a dropper bottle); not coconut oil-see notes below.
Store at room temperature, for up to 6 months, between uses.
Notes
Coconut oil ranks high on the comedogenic scale (it can easily clog pores) so it can cause some folks to break out. For me, I can use it on my skin, just not my face or neck. That said, how the oil is produced also is a big factor. If you have sensitive skin it's best to avoid coconut oil. Instead, jojoba oil is great for all skin types and may be used as a moisturizer. I love to combine jojoba oil with shea butter to make an ultra-moisturizing face moisturizer.If you're making this moisturizer in the colder months, when coconut oil tends to be very solid (hard as a rock), you can whip these ingredients together with your hand mixer creating for a smooth, creamy product.