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Easy DIY Facial Lotion Bar Recipe

ByKate Tekurio

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Learn how to make a moisturizing lotion bar with this face lotion bar recipe! A facial lotion bar will take your skincare routine to the next level!

If you’re tired of commercial products filled with chemicals and artificial fragrances that mess up your skin care routine, you will definitely want to try making these facial lotion bars.

In this guide, you’ll learn everything you need to know about facial lotion bars, including step-by-step instructions, valuable tips, and key insights to help you create a luxurious lotion bar that will leave your skin feeling nourished, moisturized, and rejuvenated.

I never heard about facial lotion bars before, but in my herbal studies, I learned and wanted to give it a try. Once I did, I was hooked!

My facial bar has lasted over months and still has a lot left. It is so much easier to use and made my skin so soft and clear.

It is the best lotion bar I’ve ever made and used, so I know you will love it too! It is even better than a face cream, in my opinion!

While this can be a great body lotion bar for dry and sensitive skin, I love using it as a solid face moisturizer bar!

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Top Benefits of Lotion Bars

Before we dive into the exciting world of DIY lotion bars, let’s take a moment to explore why they are becoming increasingly popular in the beauty and skincare industry.

  1. Natural Ingredients: One of the most significant advantages of a solid lotion bar is their use of natural ingredients. With an array of nourishing elements like shea butter, cocoa butter, essential oils, and beeswax, these bars provide the skin with vitamins and nutrients, promoting a healthy glow for those with dry skin.
  2. Sustainable and Eco-Friendly: DIY lotion bars are an eco-conscious choice as they often don’t need any special container or preservatives. One of my favorite reasons!
  3. Convenience and Portability: Beeswax face lotion bars are incredibly convenient, especially for travel. Their solid form eliminates the need for bulky bottles, making them easy to carry around without any spillage.
  4. Long-Lasting Moisture: Due to their concentrated nature, lotion bars offer long-lasting hydration, keeping your skin soft and supple throughout the day. You barely have to use any, so it will last you forever! I have used mine almost daily for 6 months and it still wasn’t half way gone.
picture of facial lotion by with jade roller

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Best Facial Lotion Bar Recipe

Here is the best facial lotion bar recipe!

Ingredients

ingredients for facial lotion bar

Equipment

  • Double Boiler
  • Heat-Resistant Containers
  • Stirring Utensil
  • Silicone Mold

Step-by-Step Guide to Making Your Facial Lotion Bar

Now you are ready to make your own face lotion bar!

Step 1: Measure and Prepare

Begin by measuring the ingredients precisely. The right proportions are crucial for a well-balanced lotion bar. Place all your ingredients in separate containers for easy access during the melting process.

Prepare your herbal infused oil by putting the chamomile, calendula, lavender, and helichrysum in a glass jar and cover with hemp seed oil for a few weeks. Then, strain.

Step 2: Melting the Ingredients

Using a double boiler, gently melt the shea butter, beeswax, and infused oil. Keep a close eye on the temperature to avoid overheating.

Once melted, remove the mixture from heat and let it cool slightly.

melting the ingredients

Step 3: Adding Essential Oils

Now it’s time to add a few drops of green tea CO2 extract and frankincense essential oils followed by a bit of Vitamin E oil.

adding in the essential oils

Step 4: Pouring the Mixture

Carefully pour the melted mixture into your silicone mold. Allow the mixture to cool and solidify completely.

I usually leave mine overnight to ensure they are fully solid.

Step 5: Labeling and Storage

Once your lotion bars have solidified, label them with their ingredients and any specific instructions. Store them in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

At room temperature, this lotion bar should not melt. This recipe makes about 12 lotion bars if using the same mold.

hardened face lotion bars by mold

To use: 

Rub the massage facial bar between your hands until it starts to melt. Then, rub it onto your face. It is best to use it at night so the oils can fully soak into your skin all night long. 

top view of lotion bar

Tips for a Luxurious Lotion Bar Experience

  • Adding Essential Oils:: Get creative and experiment with different combinations of essential oils to find your signature scent. Each essential oil has it’s own benefits for the face. For an unscented lotion bar, just leave out the essential oils! You can use whatever essential oils you prefer, these two are great for skin, as well as tea tree, copaiba, carrot seed, lavender, and chamomile. 
  • Customize: While you can use any carrier oil, hemp seed is a great one for your face and is what gives these facial bars a natural green tint. 
  • Exfoliation: You might want to add natural exfoliants like ground coffee or sugar to create a scrubbing effect in your lotion bar.
  • Gifts and Favors: These personalized lotion bars make fantastic gifts for loved ones or party favors for special occasions.
  • Temperature Awareness: Keep in mind that extreme temperatures can affect the consistency of your lotion bars. Avoid leaving them in hot cars or direct sunlight.
picture of facial lotion by with jade roller

Facial Lotion Bar

Yield: 12 lotion bars

Materials

  • ½ cup hemp seed infused oil with chamomile, calendula, lavender, and helichrysum
  • ½ cup beeswax
  • ½ cup shea butter
  • ¼  teaspoon vitamin E oil
  • 15 drops green tea Co2 extract oil
  • 15 drops of frankincense essential oil

Tools

  • Double Boiler
  • Heat-Resistant Containers
  • Stirring Utensil
  • Silicone Mold

Instructions

    1. Prepare your herbal infused oil by putting the chamomile, calendula, lavender, and helichrysum in a glass jar and cover with hemp seed oil for a few weeks. Then, strain.
    2. Using a double boiler, gently melt the shea butter, beeswax, and infused oil. Keep a close eye on the temperature to avoid overheating. Once melted, remove the mixture from heat and let it cool slightly.
    3. Now it's time to add a few drops of green tea CO2 extract and frankincense essential oils followed by a bit of Vitamin E oil.
    4. Carefully pour the melted mixture into your silicone mold. Allow the mixture to cool and solidify completely.
    5. Once your lotion bars have solidified, label them with their ingredients and any specific instructions. Store them in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

Notes

  • At room temperature, this lotion bar should not melt. This recipe makes about 12 lotion bars if using the same mold.
  • Rub the massage facial bar between your hands until it starts to melt. Then, rub it onto your face. It is best to use it at night so the oils can fully soak into your skin all night long. 
  • Adding Essential Oils:: Get creative and experiment with different combinations of essential oils to find your signature scent. Each essential oil has it's own benefits for the face. For an unscented lotion bar, just leave out the essential oils! You can use whatever essential oils you prefer, these two are great for skin, as well as tea tree, copaiba, carrot seed, lavender, and chamomile. 
  • Customize: While you can use any carrier oil, hemp seed is a great one for your face and is what gives these facial bars a natural green tint. 
  • Exfoliation: You might want to add natural exfoliants like ground coffee or sugar to create a scrubbing effect in your lotion bar.
  • Gifts and Favors: These personalized lotion bars make fantastic gifts for loved ones or party favors for special occasions.
  • Temperature Awareness: Keep in mind that extreme temperatures can affect the consistency of your lotion bars. Avoid leaving them in hot cars or direct sunlight.

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Face Lotion Bar FAQs

Can you use lotion bar on face?

Yes! This facial lotion bar recipe is packed with good herbs infused to help your face and skin be soft and healthy!

Are lotion bars effective?

I have found lotion bars to be very effective, especially this recipe. My skin and face are nice and clear and super soft whenever I use them!

Are lotion bars hygienic?

As long as you make sure you wash your hands before using, lotion bars can be hygienic. Always keep it in a cool, safe location, and it should be fine!

Are lotion bars better than lotion?

I found the more effective and easier to use than lotion. Lotion bars are way more cost efficient too!

Facial Lotion Bar Wrap-Up

Now you can make your very own DIY lotion bar! Embrace the benefits of natural ingredients and indulge in a moisturizing experience like never before.

Your skin will thank you for the nourishment from using a facial lotion bar.

Enjoy your radiant and healthy skin with your very own handcrafted masterpiece.

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