A few summers ago, I learned about how amazing dandelions were for your entire body; they are NOT WEEDS. I started right away making a dandelion infused oil and then found all the different ways to use it!

I made dandelion soap, an amazing sugar scrub, a dandelion salve that my kids use all day long on their “owies” and I’m sure a few others I can’t remember right now.

I wanted to try a homemade dandelion lotion bar recipe for an easy to grab cream for my dry skin. And it turned out SO well!

These DIY dandelion lotion bars are one of my favorite simple ways to turn something so ordinary into something really nourishing for your skin. And the good news is, they’re incredibly easy to make, especially if you already have a glass jar of infused oil ready to go 🙂

Dandelion lotion bars with yellow flowers on a wooden board, natural skincare product.

Why Dandelions are So Good for Skin

If you’re new to herbs, don’t worry. Dandelion is actually such a gentle place to start! And you probably have lots of fresh dandelions in your backyard 😉

Dandelion flowers are known for being:

Soothing to dry, irritated skin, especially helpful for lotions with eczema
Rich in vitamins and antioxidants
Helpful for supporting the skin’s natural healing process

When you infuse dandelion into oil, you pull out those skin-loving properties and turn it into something you can use every day!

Paired with shea butter and beeswax, it creates a really balanced lotion bar that both moisturizes and protects your skin.

If you love using dandelion on your skin, you might also enjoy making a DIY dandelion sugar scrub — it’s another simple way to put those fresh flowers to good use!

A quick safety note:
Make sure you’re harvesting dandelions from areas that haven’t been sprayed with chemicals or pesticides. Clean, wild areas or your own yard are usually best!

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DIY Dandelion Lotion Bars Recipe

One of my favorite things about this recipe is how simple it is. You don’t need anything fancy, just a few basic ingredients.

Makes about 6 ounces, or 8 lotion bars if using same mold I did

Ingredients

1/4 cup shea butter
1/4 cup dandelion infused oil
1/4 cup beeswax
10 drops essential oils, optional, I used lavender
Silicone mold

Instructions

First, prepare your dandelion infused oil ahead of time. Use wilted dandelions that you have dried out either on a towel upside down or drying screen. Add with a carrier oil of your choice in a canning jar. Let sit for a few weeks in a dark place, then use a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth to strain out the flowers out of the mixture.

In a double boiler, combine the beeswax, shea butter, and dandelion oil.

Heat gently until everything is fully melted and smooth.

Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

Stir in your essential oils, if you’re using them.

Pour into silicone molds. I poured about 1/3 full in my molds so they wouldn’t be so thick.

Let them sit at room temperature until completely hardened. You can place them in the fridge if you want them to set faster or if you live in a hot, humid place.

Handmade dandelion lotion bars in a silicone mold on marble surface.

Once solid, pop them out of the molds and store in a cool, dry place. I prefer keeping them in tins.

How to Use

These lotion bars are so easy to use. Just warm one in your hands or glide it directly onto your skin.

I like using them:

After a shower on dry skin, like my legs
On elbows, knees, and hands
Before bed as a simple nighttime moisturizer

They melt just enough with your body heat and leave your skin feeling really soft without being greasy!

Dandelion lotion bars with natural ingredients for skin care.

Notes

These bars are firm at room temperature but will melt with body heat.
If your home tends to be warm, you can increase the beeswax slightly so they hold their shape better.
If you prefer a softer bar, reduce the beeswax just a little.
Any carrier oil works for the infused oil, like sweet almond oil, olive oil, fractionated coconut oil, jojoba oil, etc.
You can substitute shea butter for mango butter or cocoa butter, but they will result in different textures.
Lavender, chamomile, and helichrysum are all really gentle and soothing options for skin!

A Simple Way to Start Using Herbs

There’s something really empowering about making your own skincare.

I remember when I first started learning this, it felt like a whole new world opened up. I didn’t have to rely on store-bought products filled with ingredients I couldn’t pronounce. I could make something simple, effective, and safe right at home!

And honestly, this is such an easy place to start.

You don’t need a huge collection of herbs or complicated tools. Just a few ingredients and a little bit of time and these dandelion recipes are great places to start!

Dandelion Lotion Bars

Yield: 6 oz

Infusion Time: 21 days 2 seconds

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Set Time: 2 hours 1 second

Total Time: 21 days 2 hours 10 minutes 3 seconds

Solid, nourishing lotion bars made with shea butter, beeswax, and dandelion-infused oil. They melt on contact with skin, delivering deep moisture without the need for preservatives.

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Materials

¼ cup shea butter
¼ cup dandelion infused oil
¼ cup beeswax
10 drops essential oils (optional)

Tools

Double boiler
Mixing spoon
Silicone molds
Measuring cups

Instructions

Make a dandelion infused oil.
In a double boiler, combine the beeswax, shea butter, and dandelion infused oil. Gently heat until everything is completely melted and smooth.
Remove from heat and allow it to cool slightly, then stir in your essential oils if using.
Pour the mixture into silicone molds and let sit at room temperature until fully hardened. You can also place them in the fridge to speed up the process.
Once solid, remove from molds and store in a cool, dry place.

Notes

These bars are firm at room temperature but will melt with body heat.
If your home tends to be warm, you can increase the beeswax slightly so they hold their shape better.
If you prefer a softer bar, reduce the beeswax just a little.
Any carrier oil works for the infused oil, like sweet almond oil, olive oil, fractionated coconut oil, jojoba oil, etc.
You can substitute shea butter for mango butter or cocoa butter, but they will result in different textures.
Lavender, chamomile, and helichrysum are all really gentle and soothing options for skin!