Looking for a gentle, soothing lotion to help your little one drift off to sleep? We’ve got you covered!
Imagine crafting a luxurious, all-natural lotion in your home—designed with love and tailored to meet your family’s needs. Making your lotion is fun and rewarding and ensures that you can use safe, high-quality ingredients free from harsh chemicals. Our Lullaby Lotion is the perfect bedtime companion, featuring calming aromas, gentle hydration, and a touch of DIY magic to make bedtime a breeze. Get ready to create a little bottle of sweet dreams!
The Benefits of Homemade Lotion
Control over Ingredients: When you make your lotion, you have complete control over what goes into it—no hidden chemicals or toxins, just pure, safe ingredients you trust.
Cost-Effective and Customizable: Homemade lotions are budget-friendly and can be tailored to suit your family’s unique preferences, skin types, and needs.
A Handmade Touch: There’s something special about a product crafted with care. A handmade lotion brings a loving, personal touch to your daily routine, making it all the more meaningful.
Relaxation with Essential Oils: To promote calmness, relaxation, and a restful bedtime atmosphere, you can enhance the soothing qualities of your homemade lotion by incorporating essential oils like lavender or chamomile.
What’s in This Lotion Recipe?
Emulsifying Wax
Emulsifying Wax is the backbone of your lotion’s texture, giving it a creamy, professional consistency. This unique wax seamlessly binds water and oils together and ensures your product stays stable. Best of all, it moisturizes your skin without leaving behind a greasy residue, allowing you to enjoy soft, hydrated skin with every use.
Almond Oil
Almond Oil is known for being easily absorbed into the skin. This lightweight oil provides nourishing hydration while leaving a slightly oily feeling that ensures your skin feels soft and smooth for longer. Its subtle scent, with a hint of nuttiness, adds a delicate fragrance to your lotion, making it a soothing and natural choice for your skincare needs.
Sweet Dreams Essential Oil Blend
The Sweet Dreams Essential Oil Blend is a kid-safe blend designed to give your child a natural nudge toward bedtime. Made with kid-friendly essential oils, it helps calm and relax your child, creating a peaceful environment perfect for winding down.
Blood Orange Essential Oil
The Blood Orange Essential Oil boasts a bright, citrusy, tangy aroma that instantly uplifts your spirits. Known for its calming and sedative properties, this oil is perfect for creating a peaceful ambiance to help ease your child into a restful sleep.
Fir Needle Essential Oil
The Fir Needle Essential Oil has a fresh, evergreen aroma that evokes the calming essence of a tranquil forest. Its grounding scent helps soothe emotions, reducing stress and promoting relaxation.
Vegetable Glycerin
Vegetable Glycerin is a natural and versatile humectant that moisturizes and hydrates your skin. Its soothing properties make it an essential ingredient in many skincare routines, helping to lock in moisture and protect the skin’s natural barrier. Gentle and nourishing, it’s ideal for all skin types and ensures your skin feels soft, smooth, and rejuvenated.
Geogard ECT Preservative
Geogard ECT Preservative is a natural and effective solution for extending the shelf life of your homemade skincare products. This preservative can be used in most recipes containing water, making it a versatile addition to your DIY formulations.
Things to Remember When Using This Recipe
Always dilute an essential oil when using it on the skin. This essential oil recipe is unlikely to cause skin irritation when diluted properly. If the oil has oxidized (been left with the cap off for long periods of time), it is more likely to cause skin irritation. Check out this dilution chart for diluting this essential oil properly.
If you are pregnant, consult your doctor prior to use.
This recipe is safe to use with kids aged 2+.
For more information on using essential oils with cats, check out this blog post.
For more information on using essential oils with dogs, check out this blog post.
We don’t recommend ingesting essential oils unless directed by a doctor certified in aromatherapy. For more information on why we don’t ingest essential oils, check out this blog post.
*Please note: This post is a compilation of suggestions made by those that have extensively used essential oils and has not been verified scientifically with clinical tests nor reviewed by medical experts. It is anecdotal information and should be treated as such. For serious medical concerns, please consult your doctor. The statements given in this blog post have not been verified by the FDA
Lullaby Lotion Recipe
Lullaby Lotion Recipe
Ingredients
- 📦 FROM YOUR BOX
1 tsp Emulsifying Wax
2 tsp Almond Oil
15 drops Sweet Dreams Essential Oil Blend
4 drops Blood Orange Essential Oil
4 drops Fir Needle Essential Oil
- 🏠 FROM YOUR HOME
1 tsp Vegetable Glycerin 🛒
24 drops Geogard ECT Preservative 🛒
4 fl oz bottle
- 🥄 TOOLS
Thermometer
Immersion blender (or similar tool)
Directions
- Create an ice bath by filling a large bowl with ice. Set aside.
- Add the distilled water and Vegetable Glycerin (optional) to a glass measuring pitcher or similar heatproof container. Ensure the container is large enough to hold the oil ingredients and the immersion blender.
- In a separate glass measuring pitcher (or similar heat-proof container), add the Emulsifying Wax and Almond Oil.
- Fill the bottom of a large pot with about 2 inches of water. Set both jars from steps 1 and 2 into the pot. Heat both mixtures on medium-low heat until the oil mixture is melted.
- Remove them from the heat once the oil mixture has melted and both mixtures are at similar temperatures (around 155°F).
- Place the immersion blender into the water mixture. Turn the blender at a slow speed. While blending, pour the oil mixture into the water mixture. Mix for about 1 minute until combined (over-mixing the lotion can create foam in the lotion).
- Set the lotion container in the ice bath and stir the mixture by hand. The lotion will be quite thin initially but slowly thicken as it cools. Continue stirring by hand until it reaches room temperature.
- Add the essential oils and preservatives to a small bowl and stir to mix. Pour a small amount of the lotion (about 1 Tbsp) into the bowl and stir the lotion, preservatives, and essential oils together.
- Pour the mixture from step 8 into the larger lotion mixture and stir until thoroughly combined.
- Pour the lotion into small bottles. The lotion will continue to thicken for 24 hours.
tip from katie
- If you prefer to make this recipe without a preservative, store the lotion in the fridge and expect an estimated 2-6 weeks of shelf life. Discard lotion when you notice a change in smell, consistency, or appearance.
Why You’ll Love This Lullaby Lotion
I must share my experience with this lotion—it’s been a game-changer for our nightly routine! After using it for a few days, I noticed how much calmer my little one became at bedtime. The gentle scent and silky texture seemed to soothe them, and, honestly, it even helped me unwind after a long day. This lotion is a must-have for our evenings—it’s like a little bottle of tranquility for the whole family!
FAQs and Troubleshooting
What if my lotion is too fluffy or too thick?
If your lotion turns out too fluffy or thick, don’t worry—it’s an easy fix! Add a small amount of carrier oil, such as almond or coconut oil, and whip it again until you achieve your desired consistency. A little bit goes a long way, so add the oil gradually to avoid making it too runny.
Can I use a different essential oil blend?
Absolutely! The essential oil blend is fully customizable to suit your preferences or needs. If the current blend doesn’t suit your liking, please substitute it with oils you love, such as lavender for relaxation or citrus oils for an uplifting aroma. To ensure safety, make sure to properly dilute the essential oils according to recommendations.
How long does the lotion last?
When stored in a cool, dry place, this lotion lasts 6–12 months. Keep it in a clean, airtight container that is fresh and uncontaminated. If you notice any changes in scent, color, or texture over time, it’s best to make a fresh batch to maintain optimal quality.
Take Control Of What You Use
Creating your own natural lotion is simple, enjoyable, and a truly rewarding experience. By crafting something meaningful and personalized, you’re taking control of what you put on your skin and inviting pure, wholesome ingredients into your life. We’d love to see your creations—try the recipe and share your results with us using #IMadeThis for a chance to win a $5 gift card and be featured on Simply Earth’s social media!
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You’ve taken a step toward natural living—for your family and yourself! Sweet dreams!