Body Butter (Tallow Moisturizer)

Smooth and luxurious, this body butter recipe is the ultimate tallow moisturizer! It's easy to make and will leave your skin soft and glowing.

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Course: Clean Living

Cook Time: 15

Chill Time: 1

Total Time: 1 15

Servings: 4 ounce jars (filled to the top)

Author: Violet Parcha

Cost: $2

In a mixing bowl, combine the melted tallow, avocado oil, and essential oil.
1 cup tallow, 1/4 cup avocado oil, 1/2 teaspoon skin-safe essential oil
Place in the fridge to chill 45-60 minutes, or until it's firm through. (It doesn't have to feel rock solid, but it needs to be firm enough to easily whip.)
Use a stand mixer or electric beater with a whisk attachment to whip the body butter. Start slow and gently increase the speed.
Whip until it's light and fluffy and looks similar to a thick icing. This usually takes less than 5 minutes.
Once you're happy with the consistency, scoop into glass jars (or whatever containers you want to store it in).

You can render tallow yourself or purchase tallow. I prefer using tallow from organic, grass-fed cows or at least cows that I know were raised in a healthy environment.
You can substitute olive oil for the avocado oil if you prefer. However, the smell of olive oil can clash with the essential oil.
Body butter is shelf-stable and can be stored in a cool, dark location for up to a year.