How Do You Make Aloe Vera Lotion?
Aloe vera lotion has many different uses, including hydrating dry skin, treating burns, and soothing and healing irritated or damaged skin. Most store-bought lotions contain harmful additives and preservatives that extend shelf life but can cause more damage than good to skin. This recipe can teach you to make aloe vera lotion easily and inexpensively at home in about 45 minutes. Melt 4 tbsp. sweet almond oil with 1 tbsp. of beeswax in a small glass pan. Heat 1 tsp. of strong calendula tea and 2 tbsp. of aloe vera gel in a separate small glass pan. Stir 1/4 tsp. of borax into the tea and aloe vera mixture until it dissolves completely. Remove both pans from heat, and pour the aloe vera mixture into the pan containing the almond oil and beeswax. Beat with a wire whisk until the mixture becomes smooth and thick. Add 50,000 IU of vitamin A by piercing the capsules and pouring the contents into the aloe vera lotion. Mix in 5 to 10 drops sandalwood essential oil, and blend again with the wi
