How to Make Body Butter That Actually Works

Melt equal parts shea butter and coconut oil, add a carrier oil for slip, whip when cool.

1. Gather your base. You need shea butter, coconut oil, and a liquid oil like jojoba or sweet almond. Equal parts shea and coconut oil create the perfect consistency. The liquid oil prevents that waxy feeling cheap body butters leave behind.
2. Melt gently. Double boiler or microwave in 30-second intervals. Shea butter burns easily and turns gritty when overheated. Stop when everything just melts together.
3. Cool and whip. Let it cool until it starts to solidify around the edges, then whip with a hand mixer for 3-5 minutes. This creates the fluffy texture that makes expensive body butters feel luxurious.