Do you look for ways to repurpose items when possible? If you have leftover Altoids Curiously Strong Mints tins, this is a great way to recycle them into something fun. This body balm can be used on dry elbows, cracked lips and hands. You can even use it on your tired feet for a quick pick-me-up. Plus, it smells so good!
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Simple Body Balm
You can use a different container if you aren’t a fan of mints like I am. Any small container with a lid would work well.
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Servings
1 small container
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Prep Time
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Cook Time
15 minutes
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Ingredients
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 1/4 cup beeswax
- 1/4 cup shea butter
- 40 drops spearmint essential oil
- Mint tin with lid (or small container)
Servings: small container
Instructions
- Measure the ingredients into a microwaveable bowl, except for the essential oil.
- Slowly heat the oils, starting with 40 seconds at a time until completely melted.
- Make sure whatever container you are using is clean and ready to be filled.
- Let the oils cool for a few minutes before adding essential oil. Any essential oil can be added to customize the body balm to your liking.
- Carefully fill your container with the liquid. If using a mint tin, make sure to fill just beneath the hinges of the lid.
- Make sure to let your mix cool completely.
Be sure to keep your container in a cool place. If at any time it gets warm and melts, just place it in the refrigerator for a few minutes and it will go back to being a solid again. Enjoy!
— Leilani Hampton
