Are you searching for a gentle, cloth diaper safe solution for your baby's delicate skin? Look no further! This easy to make DIY baby salve is crafted with natural ingredients, ensuring your baby receives the tender care they deserve. Get excited to meet a balm that will leave your baby's skin feeling soft and protected. This enchanted formula doubles as an all purpose salve, use on dry skin, chapped lips and more!
This blog is not medical advice, please consult with a qualified practitioner. This recipe doesn't claim to treat or cure any diseases. Omit or substitute any ingredients that your baby has allergies or sensitivities to.
Ingredients:
- 1 tsp Beeswax
- 1/4 cup Mango Butter
- 1/4 cup Shea Butter
- 2 oz Jojoba Oil
- 2 oz Almond Oil
Directions:
- Begin by melting the beeswax in a double boiler, a cauldron would probably be too hot. This gentle heating method ensures that the beeswax melts evenly without burning. You want the heat to only be hot enough to gently and slowly melt the ingredients.
- Once the beeswax is melted, add in the mango butter and shea butter. Allow them to melt slowly, stirring occasionally to combine all the ingredients smoothly.
- Next, incorporate the jojoba oil and almond oil into the mixture. Stir until everything is well blended, creating a luxurious, nourishing base for your baby balm.
- Remove the mixture from the heat and carefully pour it into a heat-safe container. Choose a container that is easy to access for convenient application whenever your little one needs it most. Bonus tip; use what you have! Upcycle a short and stout jar.
- If you're in need of the baby balm urgently, you can expedite the cooling process by placing the container in the fridge. This will help the balm solidify more quickly, allowing you to use it sooner.
Why Choose Homemade Baby Balm?
- Natural Ingredients: Unlike store-bought alternatives that may contain harsh chemicals and additives, this homemade baby balm is made with pure, natural ingredients. You can have peace of mind knowing exactly what you're putting on your baby's delicate skin when you make it yourself.
- Cloth Diaper Safe: Traditional diaper creams can contain ingredients that can build up on cloth diapers, mainly synthetic fibers, leading to reduced absorbency and potential diaper rash. This homemade balm is cloth diaper safe, allowing you to use it worry free with your cloth diapering routine.
- Customizable: One of the benefits of making your own baby balm is the ability to customize it to suit your baby's specific needs. Feel free to adjust the ingredients or use oils that have been infused with soothing anti inflammatory herbs for an extra touch of comfort.
- Cost Effective: Making your own baby balm can also be more cost effective in the long run. By purchasing ingredients in bulk, you can save money compared to regularly buying commercial products.
- Preservative free: Oil and wax based balms do not require preservatives, because they do not contain water based ingredients, thus mold growth should not occur. This simple balm can be kept at room temperature safely.
TIPS!
-Label your DIY projects. Allergies and sensitivities can develop at any time. If you or one of your family members suddenly starts reacting to one of your creations, you'll want to know the contents of the offender to narrow it down.
- Essential oils may be tempting to use, but they aren't ideal for the diaper area. Even if an oil is pure or generally viewed as safe for children, this particular area has very thin skin and is irritated easily. If you feel that you still need fragrance or the presence of herbs, infusing your almond or jojoba oil with whole herb may be a more desirable route.
- If you live in a warmer climate, this may be a little melty. You can mitigate this by keeping it in the fridge, or using slightly more beeswax, more butter and less oil. This recipe is for a more pliable salve rather than a hard balm.
- To incorporate a ritualistic or spell work aspect, add ingredients with intention. Stir clockwise while manifesting and invoking, stir clockwise while banishing or repelling.
-While oil and wax based recipes aren't generally prone to mold and spoilage, they can go rancid. Inspect your salve visually before use, and give it a good smell test.
With just a few simple ingredients and easy to follow directions, you can whip up a batch of this mystical concoction in no time. Whether you're looking for a gentle solution to diaper rash or simply want to pamper your little one's skin, this salve is sure to become a household favorite. Give it a try and see the difference it can make in your diapering routine.
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