Prepare Ingredients: Measure out all ingredients and ensure you have everything ready. You can use either cocoa butter, mango butter, shea butter, or a combination to make up the 1 cup.

Melt the Ingredients: In a double boiler, combine the coconut oil, cocoa butter/shea butter/mango butter, and beeswax. If you don’t have a double boiler, place a towel at the bottom of a pan and set a glass jar or measuring cup on top. Fill the pan with water until it reaches halfway up the side of the jar or measuring cup. Heat gently, stirring occasionally, until all ingredients are completely melted and combined.

Add Optional Ingredients: Once the main ingredients are melted, stir in the optional ingredients (2 tablespoons of sweet almond oil, 2 tablespoons of avocado oil, and 2 tablespoons of hemp seed oil). Mix thoroughly to ensure even distribution.

Remove from Heat: Once everything is melted and combined, remove the mixture from the heat and let it cool slightly, but not so much that it begins to solidify.

Add Essential Oils: Stir in 30 drops of TerraShield essential oil blend, mixing thoroughly to ensure the oils are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.

Pour into Container: Pour the mixture into a glass or tin jar for storage. Ensure the container is clean and dry before use.

Cool and Solidify: Allow the mixture to cool and solidify completely. This can take several hours at room temperature or about an hour in the refrigerator.

Store Properly: Store the lotion in a cool, dry place. For convenience, keep a small jar or tin container for easy access.

Application: To use, take a small amount from the jar and rub onto the desired skin area. The warmth of your skin will melt a small amount of the lotion, providing a protective layer that repels insects.