Hand and Body Mousse

Skin needs extra moisture come winter time. To prevent dryness, apply this delectable mousse. It locks moisture to your body without the greasy feel. This recipe yields approximately 34 ounces.

Ingredients:                                                Amount:
 

Phase A

Olive (Olea europaea) oil                        8.82 oz.

Sweet almond (Prunus dulcis) oil              2.2 oz.

Castor (Ricinius communis) oil                0.75 oz.

Cocoa (Theobroma cacao) butter             0.75 oz.

Beeswax                                              3.53 oz.

Phase B

Distilled water                                     15.5 oz.

Borax                                                  0.35 oz.

Food grade glycerin                               0.53 oz.

Phase C

Essential oil/fragrance of choice              1.6 tsp.

Mix all the ingredients of phases A and B in separate bowls. Heat the mixtures separately in 70°C. Put phase A mixture in a bowl and beat with a stick blender while drizzling the phase B mixture. Beat slowly until it thickens for about 10-15 minutes. Then, slightly increase the speed and continue beating until it reaches the consistency of a mousse. Add fragrance and beat to medium speed until smooth. Pour into sterilized jars.

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