If you’re obsessed with the famous Bum Bum Cream but want a DIY summer body butter that is more natural for you to make at home, I’ve got a recipe for you to try. This DIY summer body butter is whipped for a light consistency, smells like a beach vacation, and deeply hydrates your skin with rich butters and oils.

This blog post is all about DIY summer body butter you can make at home.

This DIY recipe is inspired by the iconic scent of the Bum Bum Cream, warm, nutty, and tropical. It leaves your skin soft, glowing, and moisturized. Best of all, you can tweak it based on the ingredients you have on hand. I’ve included the recipe below. If you prefer to watch this on YouTube, you can view the video here!

Whipped DIY Summer Body Butter Recipe

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DIY Summer Body Butter Recipe

Equipment

Digital kitchen scale
Bain marie or microwave
Glass measuring cup
Hand mixer
Silicone spatula
Containers or jars
Thermometer – helpful if you want to cool your oils to a specific temp before whipping

Ingredients

42.5 grams Beeswax
42.5 grams Coconut oil
21.3 grams Kokum butter
21.3 grams Cocoa butter
85 grams Jojoba oil
127.5 grams He*p butter
6 grams Bum Bum fragrance

Instructions

Melt the beeswax, oils, and butters together in a microwave or double boiler over low heat.
Once melted, remove from heat.
Set aside and let the mixture cool slightly.
Add your fragrance oil when the mixture reaches 120 degrees or less.
Use a hand mixer to whip until fluffy.
Spoon into clean jars and enjoy!

Notes

Store in a cool place away from direct sunlight.
Use after your shower to lock in moisture.
Great for dry legs, arms, and anywhere you want that summer glow!