DIY Dandelion Body Butter Bars

DIY Dandelion Body Butter Bars: A Natural Skincare Recipe for Soft, Healthy Skin

Looking for a simple and natural way to nourish your skin without synthetic additives? These DIY dandelion body butter bars are an ideal option. Made with dandelion-infused oil, shea butter, and beeswax, this homemade skincare recipe is rich in natural goodness and perfect for dry, sensitive, or irritated skin.

Dandelions are known for their anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, making them a powerful yet gentle ingredient in natural skincare. Whether you’re just starting your DIY skincare journey or you’re an experienced maker, these bars are easy to create and lovely to use.

To begin, you’ll make a dandelion-infused oil by soaking dried dandelion flowers in a nourishing carrier oil like olive, almond, or jojoba. After a few weeks of infusion, this golden oil is gently melted with shea butter and beeswax to form a solid balm that melts softly into the skin. These body butter bars are completely customisable — you can add a few drops of essential oil for scent, or vitamin E oil to naturally extend shelf life and support skin health.

Homemade skincare like these dandelion lotion bars is a great alternative to commercial products — especially if you're aiming for clean, low-waste living. Use them after a shower, before bed, or anytime your skin feels dry or tight. They’re particularly beneficial for cracked heels, dry hands, and rough elbows.

These bars also make thoughtful, plastic-free gifts. If you’re looking for a cost-effective, eco-conscious skincare recipe using ingredients you can feel good about, give these dandelion body butter bars a go — your skin will love them.

DIY Dandelion Body Butter Bars

Ingredients

½ cup dandelion-infused oil
¼ cup shea butter (or cocoa butter)
¼ cup beeswax pastilles (or grated beeswax)
1 teaspoon vitamin E oil (optional)
10–15 drops essential oil (optional – lavender, chamomile, or frankincense)
 

How to Make Dandelion-Infused Oil

Harvest fresh dandelion flowers from a pesticide-free area
Dry them thoroughly for several days until crisp
Fill a clean glass jar halfway with dried dandelion flowers
Cover fully with a carrier oil such as olive, sweet almond, or jojoba
Place in a sunny window and let infuse for 2 to 3 weeks, shaking daily
Strain out the flowers and store the oil in a clean container
 

Directions

In a double boiler, combine the dandelion oil, shea butter, and beeswax
Gently melt everything together, stirring until fully liquefied
Remove from heat and stir in vitamin E and essential oils, if using
Pour into silicone molds or lined muffin tins
Let cool and harden completely at room temperature or in the fridge
Once solid, remove from molds and store in a cool, dry place
 

To Use

Rub the bar directly onto dry skin — the warmth of your body will soften the bar slightly, allowing it to glide on smoothly and moisturise deeply