Achieve soft, nourished skin with this luxurious, emollient-rich hand and body conditioner inspired by Lush's Dream Cream. Our dupe recipe combines soothing and hydrating ingredients like oat milk and rose water with nourishing oils and butters. Perfect for all skin types, this cream helps to calm, hydrate, and protect your skin. Follow our step-by-step guide to create this wonderful cream at home.
Equipment
- Digital Kitchen Scale
- Mixing Bowls
- Hand Blender
- Double Boiler – (or a heat-safe bowl over a pot of boiling water)
- Spatula –
- Glass Measuring Cups –
Ingredients
- Oat Milk (soothing agent) – 50g
- Rose Water (hydrating and soothing agent) – 40g
- Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil (nourishing and moisturizing agent) – 30g
- Fair Trade Organic Cocoa Butter (moisturizing agent) – 25g
- Glycerine (humectant) – 20g
- Stearic Acid (thickener/co-emulsifier) – 10g
- Triethanolamine (pH adjuster and emulsifier) – 2g
- Tincture of Benzoin (preservative and scent) – 1g (Substitute: 0.5g benzoin essential oil)
- Rose Absolute (scent and soothing agent) – 1g
- Chamomile Blue Oil (anti-inflammatory) – 1g
- Tea Tree Oil (anti-bacterial) – 1g
- Lavender Oil (calming agent) – 1g
- Cetearyl Alcohol (emulsifier) – 5g
- Germall Plus (preservative) – Recommended manufacturer use rates
Method
- Preparation of the Oat Milk
- If not using store-bought oat milk, you can create it by blending 1 cup of oats with 2 cups of water, then straining out the solids. Measure out 50g for the recipe.
- Heating the Water Phase
- In a double boiler, heat 50g oat milk and 40g rose water. Keep the mixture warm while preparing the oils phase.
- Heating the Oils Phase
- In a separate heat-safe bowl, melt together 30g organic extra virgin olive oil, 25g cocoa butter, 20g glycerine, 10g stearic acid, and 5g cetearyl alcohol using the double boiler method. Stir occasionally until the mixture is completely melted.
- Combining Water and Oils Phases
- Slowly pour the water phase into the melted oils phase while continuously blending with a hand blender to create an emulsion.
- Adding Emulsifiers and pH Adjusting
- Add 2g triethanolamine to the mixture and blend well until fully incorporated. This will help to stabilize and thicken the cream.
- Cooling Down Phase
- Allow the mixture to cool down slightly to around 40°C (104°F). This is important to prevent the destruction of the essential oils and preservatives which will be added next.
- Adding Fragrances and Active Ingredients
- Once cooled, add 2g parfum/fragrance, 1g tincture of benzoin, 1g rose absolute, 1g chamomile blue oil, 1g tea tree oil, and 1g lavender oil. Blend thoroughly to ensure even distribution of the scents and active ingredients.
- Preservative Addition
- Add 1g germall plus to the mixture and blend one last time to ensure the preservative is evenly distributed throughout the cream.
- Packaging and Storage
- Transfer the cream to a clean, airtight container using a spatula. Store the container in a cool, dark place. Use within 6 months for best results.
FAQ
- Can I substitute olive oil with another oil?
- Yes, you can use almond oil or avocado oil as alternatives but keep in mind the different properties and benefits they provide.
- What is the purpose of cetearyl alcohol?
- Cetearyl alcohol acts as an emulsifier and thickener, helping to blend oil and water phases while providing a smooth, creamy texture.
- Do I need to use all the essential oils listed?
- No, you can adjust the recipe based on the essential oils you have, although it might slightly alter the final scent and benefits of the cream.
- How often should I use this hand and body cream?
- This cream can be used daily as part of your skincare routine to keep your skin hydrated and moisturized.
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