This past weekend at Le Milieu we were lucky to learn how to make simple, delicious-smelling moisturizing bars, using just three ingredients. So, we're spreading the love to anyone who couldn't attend our workshop: we're going to teach you how to make these excellent bars at home.
Debbie's Hand Bars
Ingredients:
1/3 c. olive oil
1/3 c. beeswax (if making these in the summer, add 1 tbsp.)
1/3 c. raw, solid cocoa butter
Instructions:
1. Using a knife, shave the beeswax into slivers.
2. Warm the olive oil in a dutch oven or double boiler.
3. Slowly add the beeswax to the olive oil.
4. When olive oil and beeswax are thoroughly melted together, add the cocoa butter.
5. When the cocoa butter appears to be completely melted, heat for an additional 2-5 minutes tomake sure that it is fully melted, stirring constantly.
6. Pour the mixture into muffin pans.
7. Cool completely until solidified.
8. When completely solid, remove from pans.
PLEASE BEWARE: Before washing the pans, make sure to remove all wax to avoid coating the pipes.
Missed the workshop? Come to one of the many we have planned for this month, and the months beyond. Check the schedule to see what interests you, and come DIY with us!