Almond Oil Lotion

DIRECTIONS

• Dissolve the borax in the water in a glass measuring cup.
• Set aside.
• Mix together the oil and beeswax in another glass measuring cup.
• Place the glass cup in a pan of water (about 1-2 inches of water), making a water bath.
• Heat the oil-beeswax mixture in the water bath over medium heat until the beeswax is melted, stirring occasionally.
• This takes 10 minutes.
• When the wax is melted, bring the borax-water mixture almost to a boil.
• This can be done by putting the glass cup in the microwave on HIGH for 1 minute.
• It can also be heated on the stove top in a water bath.
• Remove the oil-beeswax mixture from the water bath.
• Slowly add the borax-water mixture to it, stirring briskly.
• You can also put the mixture in a blender and whip.
• Allow the lotion to cool completely.
• Stir the almond extract into the cooled lotion if you would like more of an almond scent.
• This lotion will thicken as it cools.
• Pour the lotion into a clean container with a lid.
• To use: Massage a small amount into your skin.