NOTES: If stored properly, whipped body butter will be good for up to one year. It is best to store in a glass container with an airtight container. Mango butter doesn’t only have amazing benefits for the skin, but also the hair. Using mango butter in the hair can soften, moisturize, and provide hydration. I start with a small amount first, then add more as needed. Make sure to add it slowly, as if you add too much, it will take away the lightness and fluffiness of the body butter. If you want to make whipped mango butter, cut the mango butter into small pieces and place it in a bowl. Add in some type of carrier oil and whip with a handheld mixer. The DIY mango body butter is simple to make and only calls for 4 simple ingredients. It is light and fluffy! PIN IT FOR LATER

Mango butter doesn’t smell like mangos since it doesn’t come from the edible fruit. This may come to a disappointment to some. I have to say I expected it to smell like mangos the first time I smelled it. It has a very subtle scent, making it a great option for DIY skincare. Before mango butter is whipped, it has a similar consistency to regular butter. I prefer to whip it to give it that light and fluffy texture. BENEFITS OF MANGO BUTTERYou have the option of adding essential oils to your whipped mango body butter and I highly recommend it! Essential oils have great benefits for the skin and will make it smell amazing. I love adding lavender essential oil for anything skincare because of the incredible benefits it has for the skin. Lavender can reduce signs of aging, improve skin imperfections, and keep the skin clean and purified. Often times the complaint about homemade body butters is that they are too greasy and oily on the skin. Adding arrowroot powder to the mixture will help with this.

You can use mango butter as it is on the skin. Simply cut off a small amount of the butter and rub it directly into the skin. As you rub it on the skin, it will melt and rub in nicely. Mango butter comes from the pit of the mango. It is similar to cocoa butter and shea butter, as it will leave the skin moisturized without feeling greasy. You can also use grapeseed oil, olive oil, rosehip oil, or avocado oil. Each carrier oil has different benefits for the skin. Learn more about the top carrier oils and their benefits. ARROWROOT POWDER I love making my own natural skincare and this whipped mango butter is one of my favorites. It is made with all-natural ingredients that will keep your skin silky smooth.Melt mango butter and coconut oil in a double boiler. I make my own double boiler by placing a bowl over a pot of boiling water. Citrus oils are fun to add to mango butter to give it that fun fruity scent. It is important to note that citrus essential oils are photosensitive and shouldn’t be used topically in direct sunlight.