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thank you! i like for my customers to feel like you're opening a present.

lol! i am glad you were able to get something out of this video :)

Sorry to hear that! This could have happened if the butter/oil mixture needed to be cooled longer. I like mixing a glass bowl and placing it in my freezer until the top layer at least hardens. The cold bowl helps with hardening it further while blending in the aloe.. Taking it out too early will result in a runny mixture.

@@ritastreasures thank you beautiful for your reply and advice I really really appreciate you I love your recipe thou I’m still using the shea butter and with time it got harder a little bit so it looks and feel better. I’ll try to do it again

@@SheabaButters your welcome! i know the feeling of when something doesn't go as planned! i hope the advice helps you in the future. thanks for checking out my DIY :)

i definitely recommend, you wont be disappointed :)

hi @bettyspencer3120 you can totally add vegetable glycerin to this recipe! i would recommend altering the recipe a little to add in the glycerin in 2 ways, either: substitute the coconut oil with the glycerin (2 tbs) OR instead of using 1/4 cup of castor oil, use 2 tbs of castor oil and 2 tbs of vegetable glycerin hope this helps!

@@ritastreasures thank you so much for responding and giving me options!

hi @gr8stuff8! this recipe is vegan :)... shea butter can sound misleading but it is made completely made from the nuts of karité trees

@@ritastreasures thanks. That helps alot

thank you!

also love the pendant ! 😂

Only if you are using fresh or organic/preservative free aloe then I would recommend adding some (Germall Plus is my go-to). In this recipe I opted to use a store bought aloe gel, Fruit of the Earth. It's alcohol free and already has the preservatives needed. It works exceptionally well with this recipe! I have not used fresh aloe since lol (been making this exact recipe for over 4 years). Great question, thanks for asking! I need to update my written recipe to talk about adding a preservative if using an organic or preservative free aloe gel.

​@@ritastreasures Love your explanation, thank you.

How much Germall Plus should be added if using preservative free aloe vera?

Nope, feel free to swap out oils! You can substitute additional almond oil in its place. Check out my DIY page, I have all sorts of alternatives to consider: www.ritastreasures.com/shea-butter-body-cream/

​@Rita's Treasures hey there can this recipe be used In hair aswell?

@@raneshaleblanc2824 i would recommend using this right after washing your hair. while this cream is on the softer side of homemade shea butter it is still thick, so you would want to use it to seal in the moisture. a little goes a long way!

@@ritastreasures thank you

i use ProtectaClear, you can find it on amazon

yes! you can add essential oils.. hm it depends what you plan to use it for. some faves- skin: rosehip, lavender, chamomile hair: rosemary, tea tree, peppermint options are endless!

@@ritastreasures thanks ill take a look

You are correct they do use bleach in flower food! The process of boiling the petals removes bleach from the water mixture (boiling water for 15 mins removes it).. also the amount of bleach is miniscule, it is heavily diluted.. Unless you use well water, you are showering in bleach water (chlorine is the same as bleach). Research has also shown you can boil out pesticides as well. I can provide links. Nerd moment: did you know in instances when you can't boil your drinking water to disinfect it, the EPA recommends adding bleach to it? Thanks for leaving a comment!

That's because the aloe helps to achieve the super fluffy and airy feel of the body cream. And that wonderful absorption. Aloe is FULL of amazing benefits for the skin too.. it's highly moisturizing and acts as a humectant (draws moisture from the air and puts it into the skin). It also has anti-inflammatory properties - works great for those with itchy skin, rashes, allergic reactions, eczema, you name it! Of course you can always add less aloe gel to yours if you decide to try this DIY. Options are endless! 😊 You can also check out my DIY webpage it goes a little more in-depth about the ingredients and why they are chosen. www.ritastreasures.com/shea-butter-body-cream/ Thanks for looking at my diy and leaving a comment!

@@ritastreasures Thank you so much for taking the time to reply back!!! I appreciate that. Will definitely check out the link in this message as well... Thank you for explaining. New to the DIY bath and body world.

@@prettybrowneyes9683 no problem! That's what I'm here for.. Welcome to the DIY bath and body world!

Thank you so much!!! New Subbie 😉👍🏼

Glad it was helpful!

thanks for your kind words! i hope you do make this! its such a gorgeous piece!!

thanks! it is one of my favorite crafts to date :)

Thanks! It really is amazing 🤩

Thank you so much :)

there is a peacefulness that comes from making something from your own hands (but isn't too taxing on you) hope you experience that same peacefulness as your dad when you make your own!

aw thanks! im glad you like them. such a simple way to decorate these beauties! happy decorating!

I'm ecstatic that you are so excited! I'm excited for you! Thank you for your support :)