5.16.2016

DIY Makeup Lotion Bars



I am so excited about my trip to Cancun this weekend! I've already packed and repacked a few times already. And what I always leave to the last minute is my makeup bag. I think people are surprised that I don't pack a ton of things. I like to keep it to a minimalist approach when traveling.

One item I do that with it my lotion. Instead of packing a bottle of lotion, I'll make my own solid lotion bars. Have you tried these before? Essentially it's a solid lotion, looks kind of like a soap, but it becomes soft when body heat activates it. It is a lifesaver when traveling, y'all.

I usually make these in a muffin tin, but have made them in all sorts of different shapes. Today, I thought I'd make them look like makeup, since this is a beauty blog after all, but make these however you'd like.

DIY MAKEUP LOTION BARS

  • Shaped mold--I prefer silicone, but the one I'm using is a mold for candy/chocolate. I got mine on Amazon
  • 1 part soy wax or beeswax
  • 1 part coconut oil or shea butter
  • essential oil (optional)
  • soap colorant (optional)
  • glass container
  • cooking pot, water, stove, pot holders, spoon


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  • The best and fastest way to make these is to use a double boiler. You can use a microwave.
  • Place the oil(s) and wax in the glass container and allow to melt.
  • Stir, add essential oil(s), and then pour into your mold. 
  • Allow to set and harden for a couple of hours. 
  • Pop lotion bars out of mold and then store in an air-tight container.
Let's see, I've got my compact, lipstick, perfume, eyeshadow duo, and of course mascara!

And for fun, I made tinted one with pink lipstick. No, the color doesn't come off onto skin.

 FYI:
  • I wanted to keep mine white, so I used soy wax. However, sometimes I make these with beeswax. Beeswax is used because it helps to hold the shape and allows the lotion bars to harden. Beeswax holds moisture and is non-comedigenic. If giving this as a gift, please be sure the recipient isn't allergic to beeswax or any of the ingredients.
  • While I used a candy mold, silicone molds and ice trays work great too. 
  • I used just two products here, but feel free to mix equal parts shea and coconut oil.
  • To use, just rub onto the body.
  • These make great gift!
  • These store well for up to a year.
Have you ever tried making lotion bars before?


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50 comments:

  1. Love this DIY! This is such a great idea for traveling! I'm never able to carry on my bag is because of all of my toiletries!

    Jill
    Doused In Pink

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  2. How fun that you make your own lotion when you travel, doesn't surprise me one bit - you're so resourceful! xo, biana -BlovedBoston

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  3. Such a fun DIY! I've never though to make lotion bars before but what a great idea for traveling! <3, Pamela Sequins & Sea Breezes

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  4. What a great DIY for traveling! I've never tried making my own lotion bars, it sounds so fun. And I'm so impressed your are packed already!

    xo, Rachel
    A Blonde's Moment

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  5. These are so incredibly adorable, Elle - I can't even!

    xx

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  6. The tinted one you made would be a great gift for a bridal shower or a small gathering. Too cute.

    Linda, Libra, Loca: Beauty, Baby and Backpacking

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  7. This DIY lotion bar is all kinds of brilliant, Elle! How convenient for travelling, and definitely would make a great gift:) Really, you are too much with your generosity for sharing all these DIYs with us. XOXO

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  8. Love this! I can see myself giving this kind of present to my friends. :)


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  9. this is so clever! sheesh what will you think of next :) i just love all the fun shapes :) and YAY for cancun!

    xoxo cheshire kat

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  10. OK - that is just CUTE! What a fun way to take your lotion with you.
    Now - does it need to be a certain temperature or will it melt to a liquid form - just curious.
    I'm sure you are COUNTING DOWN... how fun!

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  11. what a fun DIY. Have a great time on your trip.

    http://www.amysfashionblog.com/blog-home/

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  12. OMG those lotion bars came out so cute. That totally looks like a pink lipstick. You are so creative! I have heard great things about beeswax too.

    So exciting you are going to Cancun soon. Lucky girl!

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  13. This looks like so much fun! I was going to get some new molds and would totally make these bars in them!

    xoxo,
    little luxury list formerly Chic 'n Cheap Living

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  14. This is brilliant, Elle and very clever too!

    Shireen | Reflection of Sanity

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  15. How cute are these!! I love the idea of a solid lotion bar too, because I'm always so worried that my lotion will spill everywhere when I'm traveling. So clever!!

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  16. Your lotion bars came out soo good. Love the lipstick one.

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  17. Omg how adorable are these?! I thought that was a real lipstick at first haha!

    <3 Shannon
    Upbeat Soles

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  18. I love it! such a great idea! Have a great time on your trip!

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  19. Love this DIY! They look amazing. Have fun on you trip to Cancun. I would love to go there right now. :)

    http://www.kathrineeldridge.com

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  20. These are the cutest things! They make the perfect gift!

    Xoxo,
    Whitney & Blaire
    Peaches In A Pod

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  21. This is such a great idea for travel, especially if you're planning on packing in a carry on! I also love how easy it looks to make!

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  22. Have an awesome time on your trip, Elle! These are so cute and would make such cute gifts! (:

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  23. These are absolutely adorable and would make such sweet gifts!

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  24. Have the best trip! Love the color of that lipstick too!

    Shauna

    www.lipglossandlace.net

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  25. Have the best trip! Love the color of that lipstick too!

    Shauna

    www.lipglossandlace.net

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  26. I have never thought of this before but it sounds genius!!! Plus how cute?!?!?! I will have to give it a try. I bet you are so ready for your trip!

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  27. Seriously, these are the absolute cutest!!! You have the best DIY's!

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  28. OMG these are so cute! I hope you have a blast in Cancun!

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  29. How awesome!

    And I hope you have an amazing trip.

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  30. I learn the coolest stuff from you! What a great gift idea :) I mean my mom is queen of crafty stuff but this may just knock her socks off LOL. Have a fabulous vacation!!!!!

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  31. These are so cute!! I can see how they would be great for travel too. Kind of reminds me of Lush's massage bars since they are solid and melt with body heat too! I would have never thought to make my own lotion bars though!!

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  32. AHHHH, these are brilliant!!! Love the lipstick one:)

    Laura
    www.blackcoffeebeautiful.com

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  33. they look so cool and fun to make

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  34. Your heading off on a trip and you have time to make soap wow. Have fun!!

    Allie of
    www.allienyc.com

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  35. Wow these lotion bars look so cute, and they sound easy enough to make. I've used solid lotions from Lush before and I agree with you, they're great for travel.

    Beaumiroir

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  36. They are so cute!! It would make such a great gift!

    xo,
    Angela

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  37. How fun! Love this idea, they would make great gifts or, like you said, great for travel!

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  38. These are so cute! I wouldn't mind some lipstick shaped candy either ;)

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  39. I have a few trips coming up this year and I always overpack and hate myself for it. This turned out so darn cute, you have talent woman!!

    Carrie
    curlycraftymom.com

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  40. Ok, this is revolutionary! I wish I could say I too am a minimalist packer but sadly I am not, and one thing that irks me to no end is how much space I waste having to pack shampoos and lotions. I'll be giving this a go for sure!

    Sxx
    www.daringcoco.com

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  41. How creative! I love this idea for travel!

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  42. Lotion bars, how amazing and practical, I loved that! Excellent for travelling and for giving as a present, you are right! I also think this giveaway is brilliant :) I hope you have an amazing trip!
    DenisesPlanet.com

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  43. How cute! Lotion bars, very creative and great for travel! Have fun on your trip to Cancun!

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  44. um this is adorable and so creative! would be fun to make with kids too! have an amazing trip!

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  45. WTH! These are so awesome and sounds stupid easy to make! Have fun in Cancun!!

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