This warming Cinnamon Body Butter soothes the skin, while boosting collagen and reducing the look of wrinkles. Whip up your own with just three ingredients!
This Cinnamon Body Butter is…
- Easy
- Hydrating
- Comforting
- Firming
- Soothing!
Cinnamon for beauty?
Ground cinnamon can be used for more than spicing cakes, cookies, and curries. Because of its elevated level of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties, it can be added to beauty products to help increase collagen production, smooth fine lines, and clear acne.
A common topical use for ground cinnamon is to mix it into a homemade face mask with mashed banana and honey. The mixture rests off the face for several minutes then is washed off, providing a quick tightening result. But did you know you can whip up your own Cinnamon Body Butter for longer lasting effects? Adding cinnamon to a body butter will allow it to sit on the skin and provide its toning abilities all day.
There are two main types of cinnamon: Ceylon and cassia. Ceylon is the premium selection and contains the highest amount of antioxidants, but is harder to find. It is produced in one region of the world which contributes to its rareness – and higher cost! Cassia cinnamon is what you’ll find in the grocery store. The properties slightly differ from Ceylon, but you can still reap the spicy, skin-smoothing benefits. Look for organic cinnamon for the purest variety.
To some people with sensitive skin, cinnamon may be more irritating than effective. Conduct a small patch test with the spice before widespread use. If irritation occurs, do not use. Consult a healthcare physician for further guidance.
Ingredients for Cinnamon Body Butter
Coconut Oil – We love coconut oil here! Coconut oil is an amazing moisturizer. It has both anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties which clear, polish, and protect the skin.
Shea or Mango Butter – Either shea or mango butter works in this recipe. Using a solid butter gives this recipe stability. Both butters are also intensely hydrating!
Ground Cinnamon – Cinnamon is lauded as a skin smoothing and clearing beauty secret! Through its antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties, cinnamon can soften wrinkles and heal acne.
Vitamin E Oil (optional) – Vitamin E oil is a widely known beauty booster. It both moisturizes the skin while forming a barrier to retain lasting hydration. Vitamin E oil also acts as a natural preservative!
Essential Oils (optional) – Essential oils can provide your body butter with a gorgeous scent, along with aromatherapy effects. For this recipe, add in cinnamon essential oil, (to promote the aroma of the ground cinnamon), and vanilla essential oil for sweetness. This combination creates a cookie-like fragrance – yum!
How to Make Cinnamon Body Butter
Step One: Melt the coconut oil and shea or mango butter in a double boiler over low heat.
Step Two: Once melted, remove from heat and let cool until semi-solid, but still soft, (~2 hours). Move to the fridge to hasten the process.
Step Four: When semi-solid, use a standing or handheld mixer with whisk attachments to whip the mixture into a cream, approximately 2 minutes.
Step Five: Add the ground cinnamon, vitamin E oil, and essential oils (if using). Whisk a few times more to incorporate.
Step Six: Scoop the body butter into an airtight jar. Store in a cool, dry place for up to six months. Use every day for divine hydration!
FAQ
Cinnamon is a special spice claimed to boost collagen production, clear acne, and reduce the look of wrinkles. If you have sensitive skin, do a patch test first to ensure you don’t have a reaction.
Add essential oils to your body butter to make it more fragrant. The basic ingredients in body butter have subtle scents, like shea butter and coconut oil. For this recipe, we suggest using cinnamon and vanilla essential oils to boost the delectable aroma!
Homemade Cinnamon Body Butter will last up to six months when stored in an airtight container in a dark, cool place. If it begins to smell sour or mold grows on the inside of the container, stop use and dispose immediately.
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This warming Cinnamon Body Butter soothes the skin, boosting collagen and reducing the look of wrinkles. Whip up your own with just three ingredients!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: ~1 cup
Ingredients
3/4 cup coconut oil, unrefined
1/2 cup shea or mango butter
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Optional: 1 tablespoon vitamin E oil
Optional: 10 drops essential oil of your choice
Instructions
Melt the coconut oil and shea or mango butter in a double boiler over low heat.
Once melted, remove from heat and let cool until semi-solid, but still soft, (~2 hours). Move to the fridge to hasten the process.
When semi-solid, use a standing or handheld mixer with whisk attachments to whip the mixture into a cream, approximately 2 minutes.
Add the ground cinnamon, vitamin E oil, and essential oils (if using). Whisk a few times more to incorporate.
Scoop the body butter into an airtight jar. Store in a cool, dry place for up to six months. Use every day for divine hydration!
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