Bath Melts
Bath Melts are a super-moisturizing bath treat guaranteed to make your
skin feel baby soft. Get creative with these body-buttery bath treats by
adding dried flowers. Substitute an infused oil from Chapter 7 for the
sweet almond oil to add extra scent and therapeutic value. Make these
Bath Melts extra cute by using a decorative mold in the shape of hearts
or flowers. A flexible plastic or silicone mold is preferable for this recipe.
Package them in decorative glass jars and tie with ribbons for a sweet,
homemade gift.YIELDS: 8 one-ounce bath melts. The number of Bath Melts you make
depends on what type of mold you use.
⁄ cup cocoa butter ⁄ cup shea butter ⁄ cup sweet almond oil 4
vitamin E capsules
Essential oil blend, see Appendix A
Dried lavender buds, optional
Dried rose petals, optional
What you will need: double boiler, measuring cups, rubber spatula, ice
cube tray, small silicone molds, or loaf pan lined with wax paper, 10–16-
ounce glass jar with lid to fit the shape of your melts
- To Make: Start the double boiler on medium heat. Once it reaches a boil,
reduce heat to simmer. Place the cocoa butter and shea butter in the top
of the double boiler and cover. Simmer until melted, stirring
occasionally. To preserve the beneficial botanicals, do not overheat.
Remove from heat, take the top pan off the double boiler, wipe the water
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