There’s something so refreshing about a light, fruity body mist, especially when it’s homemade with your favorite scents. In this post, I’ll be showing you how to make a Lemon and Strawberry Body Mist Spray that smells divine, feels light on the skin, and leaves you feeling fresh all day. This body mist combines the sweet notes of strawberries with the crisp, clean scent of lemon, a perfect match for anyone who loves bright, cheerful fragrances. The best part? You can make it easily at home using simple ingredients and safe formulation techniques! Why Make Your Own Body Mist? Commercial body mists can sometimes contain unnecessary synthetic ingredients that may irritate sensitive skin or cause dryness. Making your own gives you full control over the ingredients, you know exactly what’s going into your product. This Lemon and Strawberry Body Mist combines fruity, cheerful notes of strawberry and zesty lemon with gentle moisturizing and refreshing agents. It’s perfect for hot days, ...
Body creams are rich emulsions, designed to hydrate, soften, and protect the skin while delivering a luxurious sensory experience. They can be tailored for everyday moisturizing or for targeted care of very dry areas. Body creams are also incredibly versatile to formulate. They can be light and whipped for summer, or thick and occlusive for winter. You can keep them simple with just a few nourishing ingredients, or go all out by adding actives like niacinamide, panthenol, or plant extracts.
In this formulation, we’ve put together a rich, deeply moisturizing and fast-absorbing body cream treat for you to try. This cream is perfect for dry to very dry skin. With its balanced ratio of butters, oils, and humectants, it delivers long-lasting moisture without feeling greasy.
Key Ingredients for our Rich and Hydrating Body Cream
Emulsifier
We’ve chosen Emulsifying Wax, a natural emulsifier derived for oil-in-water emulsions. It creates a stable emulsion with a light, velvety texture and excellent skin compatibility.
Co- emulsifier
We chose Cetyl Alcohol, as our co- emulsifier in this formulation. It's a fatty alcohol derived from natural sources such as coconut or palm oil. It acts as a thickener and co-emulsifier, improving the stability and texture of emulsions. Cetyl Alcohol gives the body cream a creamy, luxurious feel, enhances spreadability, and helps lock in moisture for smoother, softer skin.
Butters
Shea butter is our star butter here, it’s deeply nourishing, rich in vitamins, and helps protect the skin barrier. It adds body and creaminess to the formulation.
Cocoa Butter is also a rich, nourishing plant-based butter extracted from cocoa beans. It is prized for its deep moisturizing properties, helping to soften and smooth the skin while forming a protective barrier to lock in hydration. It also adds a luxurious, creamy consistency to the formulation, enhancing both the texture and richness of the final product.
Oils
We’re using sweet almond oil for its lightweight, skin-conditioning properties. It’s easily absorbed and leaves the skin soft and supple without heaviness.
Humectant
Vegetable glycerin attracts water into the skin, boosting hydration and keeping it smooth.
Actives
For extra benefits, we've added niacinamide for brightening and barrier support.
Antioxidant
We use tocopherol (vitamin E) to help prolong shelf life and protect the oils from rancidity.
Preservative
We added Optiphen Plus, a broad-spectrum preservative, to help preserve the body cream which contain water, against microbial growth and fungi.
Essential oils
Lavender essential oil create a calming, uplifting scent.
Rich and Hydrating Body Cream ( 200 grams Batch Formula )
Phase A – Oil Phase
Sweet Almond Oil – 10% (20 g)
Shea Butter – 5% (10 g)
Cocoa Butter – 5% (10 g)
Emulsifying Wax – 7% (14 g)
Cetyl Alcohol – 3% (6 g)
Phase B – Water Phase
Distilled Water – 62% (124 g)
Vegetable Glycerin – 4% (8 g)
Niacinamide – 2% (4 g)
Phase C – Cool Down Phase
Peservative (Optiphen Plus) – 1% (2 g)
Vitamin E Oil (Tocopherol) – 0.5% (1 g)
Lavender Essential Oil – 0.5% (1 g)
Instructions
Prepare the oil phase:
In a heatproof beaker, combine all Phase A ingredients. Heat in a water bath until completely melted (around 70 °C).
Prepare the water phase:
In a separate heatproof beaker, combine Phase B ingredients. Heat in a water bath until they match the oil phase temperature.
Combine:
Slowly pour the oil phase into the water phase while blending with an immersion blender. Blend for 2–3 minutes, then stir occasionally while it cools.
Cool down phase:
When the mixture reaches below 40 °C, add Phase C ingredients. Mix thoroughly.
Packaging:
Transfer your cream into a clean jar or tub. Let it set completely before use.
Formulation Tips
- You can swap shea butter for cocoa or mango butter for different textures and scents.
- Use lighter oils like jojoba or sunflower if you want a quicker-absorbing cream.
- Always sanitize equipment and packaging to ensure product safety.
Body Cream FAQ
What is a body cream?
A body cream is an oil-in-water emulsion designed to moisturize, soften, and protect the skin.
How is it different from body lotion?
Body creams are usually richer and thicker, containing more butters and oils than lotions.
Can I use body cream on my face?
You can, but ensure it’s formulated for facial use and does not contain heavy essential oil concentrations or comedogenic ingredients.
Does body cream need a preservative?
Yes. Because it contains water, you must include a broad-spectrum preservative to prevent mold and bacteria growth.
How long will it last?
With proper preservation and storage, 6–12 months is typical.
Final Thought
I’m excited to know how your version comes out! Share your results in the comments, and tell me what you’d like me to feature next.
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