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Oat Milk Soothing Balm for Sensitive Skin
Calendula-infused oil is a folk-remedy staple for compromised skin, traditionally used for its skin-soothing reputation, and pairing it with oat milk's beta-glucans stacks two calming actives in one anhydrous (water-free) balm.
- Prep
- 20 Minutes
Natural Beauty Recipes · Oat Milk
What you need
Ingredients
- Phase A (Wax & Oil Phase)
- ¼ cup (55g) Raw Shea Butter (Vitellaria paradoxa)
- 2 tbsp (30 mL / 28g) Calendula-Infused Carrier Oil
- 2 tbsp (28g) Beeswax Pellets
- Phase B (Dry Active)
- 2 tbsp (15g) Oat Milk Powder
Method
Instructions
- In a double boiler over low heat, combine shea butter, calendula-infused oil, and beeswax pellets until completely melted (approximately 65°C).
- Remove beaker from heat.
- Sift oat milk powder directly into molten oils while whisking continuously to prevent clumping.
- Pour molten balm into clean, sanitized tin containers or glass jars.
- Allow to solidify completely at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- APPLICATION
- Warm a pea-sized portion between fingertips to soften.
- Massage into dry spots, chapped cheeks, or irritated skin patches as needed.
From The Big Book of Milk & Garden Beauty: 156 Natural Recipes for Skin & Hair Using Alternative Milks & Everyday Pantry Ingredients by Aunesty Janssen
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