Mango Butter + Rosehip Solid Serum
Revive dry skin with a mess-free, solid serum with mango butter and rosehip
Materials
- 4 ounces mango butter by weight
- 2 tablespoons emulsifying wax
- ½ tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 ½ tablespoons rosehip oil
- 1 teaspoon vegetable glycerin
- ½ teaspoon vitamin E oil or the oil from two capsules
- 1 teaspoon aloe vera gel
- Heat-proof microwavable measuring cup
- Ice cube tray or silicone mold
- Small bowl filled with ice water
Instructions
- Combine the mango butter and emulsifying wax in a heat-proof measuring cup. Melt in 30-second intervals in the microwave, stirring well each time.
- Whisk the cornstarch into the melted butter and wax. Then add the rosehip oil, glycerin, vitamin E oil, and aloe vera.
- Place the measuring cup in an ice bath and whisk continuously until it starts to thicken (this should take about 1–2 minutes). Don't skip this part! It ensures that all the ingredients meld together as the mixture cools.
- Once the mixture reaches a loose, pudding-like consistency, spoon it into the molds and place them into the refrigerator for an hour to cool. Remove your bars from the molds, and store them in a plastic bag in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months.
Notes
To use,s imply hold the bar in your hand for a few seconds and let it soften slightly. Rub a bit of the oil into both hands and pat onto clean, dry skin. If needed, a quick, 3-second blast with a hair dryer can help your solid serum glide on more smoothly.