Hi Everyone! For more detailed information on making natural lotion, as well as a formula calculator to help you scale up or down this recipe, check out my website: wholeelise.com/blog/beginners-guide-to-lotion-making/ 😊
I really love this video! I tried it tonight and it came out pretty good! The only thing is my lotion didn’t come out as thick but I think it’s because I used coconut oil. Still works pretty nicely for my dry skin so thank you!
Honestly, this is the absolutely BEST video I've EVER found on RU-vid about this topic. It is so informative, in-depth, not just "add this add that and you are good to go" but you also explain the whys. Very professional, very well done!
Love this.. I worked at a biotech company for an internship the past six months developijg lotion and sunscreen and this information is very accurate!, I wanna make some on my own
I always thought these kind of content is girly boring videos until I watched you talk with all the facts and details about creating skin care products. You actually opened a new world for me - as someone who loves cooking, now I find great interest & pleasure into creating cosmetics. Thank you for your great videos, I created my first beewax cream today and it went flawless!
This is the best lotion-making tutorial out there! Thank you, Elise!! I’ve been using a skin cream made by a local artisan for years. It’s the only one I’ve ever found that moisturizes all day, absorbs quickly, leaves no greasy feel, and won’t irritate my very breakout-prone skin. But the woman who makes it is retiring!! I was devastated and couldn’t find anything to replace this great moisturizer. I had the ingredients from the label but not the proportions. Your video has given me the confidence to make it myself! Thank you again!!!
Anyone else wish she had a range of products you could buy? I want natural products but the search is so hard!! Feels like whatever you made, it'd have only the essentials and would be ACTUALLY natural unlike so many brands that claim to be! (Making searching impossible)
@@karacrawford6472 She and Tara Lee are my favorites. I started with Tara Lee, but this lady is even better because she goes more in-depth and speaks at the perfect pace for me.
Moisturising Natural Lotion in less than an hour? Check. No fillers or harmful ingredients? Check. Budget friendly lotion that will last for at least 3 months?? Check! Nothing beats #NaturalSkincare 😘
Hi Trina, thanks for trying it out sorry it didn't go quite to plan. Did you change any of the ingredients? Although you can substitute the ingredients for whatever you have available often times I can slightly change the lotion's final consistency. If it's now down to the ingredients there might have been a problem with the emulsion stage. If there wasn't enough air incorporated into the lotion when you whipped it up it could lead to a thinner, runnier consistency. If you leave the lotion to cool more before using an electric mixer that could help. 😊💚
Hi, thank you for replying x I used jojoba oil thats the only difference in ingredients I also used an immersion blender x I'm thinking my emulsifier is not great and I need more of it x I will try again xx
@@trinamcdonnell7888 hmm if that's the only change then it shouldn't make any real difference to the texture. I think it's a good shout to up the emulsifying wax just in case. Do let me know how it goes! 💚
All the soap, lotion, DIY channels I've been through, to finally find one that isn't obnoxious, hard to understand, missing details........I'm happy to be here, even if it seems I'm late. This is how nurturing yourself, helping others, and keeping a pleasant persona the whole time looks.
Hands down ...Soft hands down, that is :) YOUR VIDEOS ARE THE BEST INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEOS in homemade skin, body, personal care. I have watched videos from just about everyone, always finding more, so I am sure there are others that make this bar, but yours are the best I have seen. With the ingredients, substitutes, the reasons, purpose each ingredient serves, all beautifully, logically & cleanly presented.
Amazing video I usually get bored and switch to another video but yours definitely keep me engaged soft soothing talking voice such a calming energy u have 😊
I really appreciate this video! I was looking for an in-depth video on how to make lotions so I could have some basic knowledge and this definitely did that! Please make more!
I wish you were my neighbor because I have no doubt you’d share some of your amazing creations. Not to mention your demeanor and voice are so calming. Great content! Thank you for sharing your knowledge ❤️
I tried my first batch today, and OMG !! I love the texture and the hydration it brings to my skin. It's lightweight and absorbs quickly!! PS: Use refined shea butter if you're planning on adding fragrances because the nutty aroma is very present. Overall, a marvelous formula! thank you Elise!❤
I’m literally so thankful that I’ve found your page!! And I love that you’re from the UK too bc all I’ve been able to find natural skin care or herbalism wise is just American vids which is completely fine but sometimes sourcing products is difficult as they have access to different things at cheaper prices. But thank you so much for your time and your knowledge on this video!! Loved it! I’ve subscribed 😊and looking forward to watching your other vids! Thank you for doing what you do!! It was so lovely to hear WHY we have to add each element in as well. So informative. Loved it. Thank you so much!!
I don't normally comment or like videos but it wouldn't be right if I didn't for this video. you truly answered every question I had before and even during the video. Super clarifying Super simple. Step by step was really helpful THANK YOU!!
I have watched a ton of videos about how to make lotion and this was by far the BEST one I have seen. You made it so simple to understand with the way you broke it down. Thank you! Also, where do you get your ingredients from? This will be my first time attempting it lol.
This is the most informative and beautifully explained diy product making video I’ve ever watched.Thank you for sharing your knowledge,such a breath of fresh air ❤.
I tried this and It does take a while to get the thick creamy texture. So this diy does require patience. Mine is definitely still runny so I may have not used enough emulsifying wax. However with it being runny it still moisturizes PERFECTLY!! Thank you for this Diy☺️
I've been working on trying to get my business started 3yrs ago and I stopped. I want to thank you for giving me so much information but I'm still learning
I’ve been trying to make my own natural hair products but had been struggling with measurements and preservatives. This has cleared a lot up for me, Thanks so much !
Hi Elise, I would just like to thank you and express how grateful I am for all the work you have put into your you tube channel and your web page, I only "discovered" you in the last week and I am so happy. You are not only very informative but so professional in your presentation, your video's are easy to watch and listen to also. Again many thanks, what a great "find".
Hello Elise, I have watched so many DIY skin care video's and yousr is by far the most informative, factual and well made. Thank you for taking the time and the utmost care to explain everything and put measurements and even putting an agenda on the screen - you absolutely covered every base; we could not ask for more. By the way the production value of your video is excellent ! I have subscribed and if you ever come out with a line, I'm buying. Well done sister.
Your videos are awesome! I've spent a small fortune on men's skin products and they are largely disappointing. This week, I've started acquiring my own oils, butters, emulsifiers and AHAs. I'm really excited to get started and I really appreciate your flawless delivery of valuable info. Can't wait to go through all of your tutorials! 😊
Thank you for explaining it so I could learn properly. So very helpful. I just made a body butter with my sister with mango butter grapeseedoil infusion with plaintan leaf , candulda, yarrow herb.
over the years i have spent hours watching natural skincare vids, tried all sorts of recipes (that haven't worked out) but i've learned tenfold all that watching two of ur vids!
If anyone is wondering whether to subscribe to this channel, I must say that I highly recommend it. Clear, factual information packed into every video and presented in such a lovely way. I just thought I would let anyone thinking of subscribing have my thoughts. Best wishes ☺️
I don't know how it took me so long to find you but you already have another subscriber just based on this video. You're amazing and this is the best i've ever heard/seen a complete properly made lotion presented
Just came across this video randomly and what a professional, organized and perfectly chronological video! Love the summary on the top right and the time stamps in your description, not to mention the actual clear instructions. Respect
Wouuuh thank you for all. I just want to make it a big business and your help will be welcomed. You are doing such an amazing work, I was suching for someone to teach for long time and I found you. Thanks!
Aww thank Monique! I really wanted to make a tutorial that after watching you'd feel confident that you could make it yourself, so it's great to hear you found it helpful 😊
Thank you so much for such an informative and comprehensive video. You're very knowledgeable and easy to follow. Thank you for your kindness and generosity in sharing this video with people like myself who are just learning the skincare business.
Thanks for all the great info. I use beeswax to emulsify and my lotion stayed the same for 7 months which was when it was all used up...it was creamy, lovely on application and did not ever separate 🌷
I made lotion for the first time today thanks to you and it came out great! I'm never buying lotion again! I used: 69% Distilled Water 10% Avocado Oil 10% Shea Butter 5% Emulsifying Wax 3% Glycerin 1% Vitamin E 1% Grapefruit & Jasmine Oils (for fragrance) 1% Preservative
Thank you for this video, it is detailed enough for any newbie to understand plus the measurements and the result is perfect 😊 I thank you, GOD bless you.
I loved this answered all my questions I no longer have to google lol. I'm glad you explained that regular been wax isn't the same as the proper emulsifier that is really needed for lotion cause I have bees wax that looks just like what you have e so I thought I had everything needed until that part. So I'll be hitting the organic store for an emulsifier & a natural preservitive. Thank you so much for this video.😊
Aww thank you! I was hoping to put all the necessary information in one video to make it easier for people to know where to start when it comes to homemade skincare. Haha I completely understand - it's extra confusing when "wax" means different things depending on the product. I'm so glad this video helps 😊
@@WholeElise I'm in the same situation and I assumed I could substitute. I'm so glad you said "bees wax" because that got my attention! Is there something else that can be added so that the bees wax can be used? Isn't Witch Hazel an emulsifier?
SO MUCH VALUABLE INFORMATION! everything in one video! I will definitely try it out, wish me luck! PS. it would be so helpful to see tips on where to shop for the ingredients and how to get the most out of your money but still get good quality ingredients
This was a very well thought out video. Tons of great useful information for anyone just starting their skin care journey, this is a great starting point. I'm glad you covered preservatives and antioxidants, NOONE SHOULD EVER NOT USE THESE TWO VITAL INGREDIENTS!!! Especially if you are selling your products. Good luck on making your first batch of lotion everyone!
❤️ Found your videos so inspring and actually started to create. Have got all ingredients but can't find leucidal liquid 😕. Can you list some names of natural preservatives please. As Iam new to this 😊.
Hi Erika! Thank you so much, it really makes me happy to know that your getting into making your own skincare! I'm working on putting together more information on natural preservatives - but for now these might be more readily available for you: Preservative ECO or Geogard ECT or PlantaservM. I hope that helps! 😊
Another lovely tutorial, thank you 😊. A quick question please, is there such thing as using too many different oils in a lotion/cream; do you have a recommended amount. Would you say using 6 different oils is bad? King regards
Ooh that's a great question... there's no set rule in regards to how many oils you want to use. In fact a lot of commercial products end up having a large combination. But generally speaking there is an overlap in benefits between oils which usually means that it's not necessary to use a lot. And when you're dealing with small quantities like in lotions, 1g of this and 1g of that can be a little awkward to measure. When it comes to skincare, often times there might be reasons why you would limit the amount due to absorption levels or reactions you could have, I tend to not use more than 4. But that's the beauty of making your own skincare - definitely experiment to see what works best for you! Thanks for all the support Ameena! 😊💚
Could you please specify in grams how much is 70% water and 3% honey. Thank you. Enjoyed your video, lots of great information. I found the info I was looking for...
Hi Barbara, so glad you found this helpful. The percentages were a guide to aid scaling up or down the recipe, but the exact measurements should also be in the video & description below. Glad you were able to find them, and thanks for watching! 😊💚
Thanks Ria! I use vitamin E as my antioxidant, you can check it out here: wholeelise.com/ingredients/where-to-buy-natural-cosmetics-ingredients/#antioxidant
Hi Beenish, I'd recommend adding aloe vera juice rather than the gel as it's easier to incorporate into the lotion. You can replace the water with the juice 😊
Elise, you are a true joy to watch and learn from. Such a marvelous instructional video. Plus you're drop-dead gorgeous so who wouldn't want to watch all your videos! You go, girl!
What can I say... Thank you so much for this accurate information difference between lotion and body butter. The need for preservatives and antioxidants in the process of homemade lotion. Thank you again for the information. Will continue watching your channel for updated videos.
You are a lovely, elegant and graceful lady. It is so nice to see that a classy woman still exists, and so very well spoken. Thank you for your video. I will be trying this for my dear wife. Warm regards.
