Nourishing Winter Hand and Body Cream

• Weigh all Stage 1 (fat stage) ingredients into a stainless steel bowl and place over a saucepan of boiling water (bain marie). Bring up to a temperature of over 75°C.
• When the Stage 1 is over 75°C, add the Stage 2 (water stage) ingredients to a larger stainless steel bowl. Swap the bowls over so the larger bowl is in the double boiler.
• Pour the Stage 1 ingredients into the Stage 2 ingredients and stir gently without creating air bubbles. Ensure the mix is still over 75°C and stir continually for 5 minutes.
• After 5 minutes, remove the bowl from the double boiler and put into a pan of cold water to cool it down quickly.
• Keep stirring all the time.
• When the cream or lotion is below 40°C add the remaining Stage 3 ingredients. Combine thoroughly, jar and label.

Emulsifying Wax (BTMS 25)

A fantastic emulsifier for all skin care products leaving a luxurious silky and powdery feel on the skin.

Oat Oil

Oat Oil penetrates very well into the skin with no sticky after feel at all - it has a soft, velvety feel to it. Promotes good moisture retention in the skin by slowing down Trans epidermal Water Loss (TEWL). Very nourishing and protective.

Olive Oil

An excellent oil that is stable and very conditioning, especially for the hands and feet. Very lubricating, softening and nourishing to the skin and has protective qualities. Blend Olive Oil with Calendula and Comfrey Oils to improve chapped skin or skin that has become drier due to the weather and exposure to longer periods of central heating.

Comfrey Glycerol Extract

Comfrey has a synergy with all forms of Calendula and works extremely well with Olive Oil so the Glycerol Extract is a perfect addition to this nourishing winter cream.

Calendula CO2 Extract

Calendula CO2 Extract is very regenerative to the skin. As an effective antioxidant, it helps to tackle free radical damage and is a perfect companion to Comfrey in any product.

Eco Marine Algae Extract

Not only is Eco Marine Algae Extract a great anti aging ingredient it is also anti inflammatory and protective. It plays an important role in the skin’s barrier function due to its repairing properties and helps to keep the skin hydrated. It strengthens skin and offers some protection from UVB rays so makes a great addition to this cream.

Lavender and Patchouli Essential Oils

A fabulous combination for their regenerative properties, perfect for skin that has become dehydrated due to the winter.

Preservative 12

An essential ingredient if you want your wonderfully nourishing winter cream to be safe to use for more than a few days.