Crafter's Choice
All Natural Bug Deterrent Lotion Stick Recipe

Yield: 6 Lotion Sticks  |  Est. Time: 1/2 Hour  |  Level: Easy
About This Recipe:
Lemon Eucalyptus Oil is known to be a natural repellent for insects. Rub this solid lotion bar on exposed skin to help keep those nasty pests away.


Shopping List:
(2) 2 oz Jojoba Oil - Golden
(2) 2 oz Shea Butter - Ultra Refined
(2) 2 oz Beeswax - Ultra Refined & Bleached
(1) 1/2 oz Vitamin E Natural T-50
(1) 2 fl. oz Lemon Eucalyptus EO - Certified 100% Pure 598
(6) 1 Set 02 oz Natural Twist-up Tube & Top


Recipe Ingredients:
Measure ingredients with a scale or precise measuring tool.

• 4.0 oz. Jojoba Oil - Golden
• 4.0 oz. Shea Butter - Ultra Refined
• 4.0 oz. Beeswax - Ultra Refined & Bleached
• 0.10 oz. Vitamin E Natural T-50
• 0.50 oz. Lemon Eucalyptus EO - Certified 100% Pure 598


Equipment From Home:
• (1) Metal Pan or Double Boiler
• (1) Stove Top
• (1) Scale - Digital Display
• (1) Mixing Spoon
• (1) Thermometer - Digital

Directions:
NOTE: If you are making these products for sale, good manufacturing practices recommend you wear a hairnet, gloves and a mask. We also recommend a clean apron, workspace and sanitized equipment.  
  1. Combine 4 oz. jojoba oil, 4 oz. shea butter and 4 oz. beeswax and place in a double boiler or a metal pan.
  2. Place on stove top and heat on low until beeswax has completely melted. Stir to completely blend in any small pieces of unmelted product.
  3. Remove from heat. Add Vitamin E and Lemon Eucalyptus Essential Oil. Stir to incorporate.
  4. Let product cool to 145°F. Pour melted liquid into lotion bar tubes.
  5. Let fully harden before applying cap.
  6. Label product accordingly.
To Use: Roll on any uncovered skin before going outdoors. Keep away from eyes and do not use on children under 2 years of age. 

Ingredient Label: Jojoba Oil, Shea Butter, Beeswax, Vitamin E, Essential Oil.
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