I used this "Mama's Lotion" based on its studies to help prevent stretch marks, using all safe and natural ingredients fit for pregnant women. I love making my own skin care since I know everything that is put in, I have seen the studies to prove its benefits, and I know it has no hidden chemicals, preservatives, or fragrance (i.e. hidden chemicals). It is a lotion that uses shea butter, beeswax, and cacao butter that smells amazing naturally, and can be used by everyone, everyday. I love it because it is totally safe for pregnancy, which means it works great for everyone, even our most delicate individuals. It is something I felt proud and comfortable using on my growing belly, a very personal experience knowing your whole world is inside that belly, right under your skin! I also ended up with zero stretch marks ;). Not to say it was all the lotion, but it was a good sign! Knowing that children are now born into a world where the average umbilical cord blood contains over 200+ known harmful chemicals, all of our children deserve a MUCH better blank slate to start with. Skin care is just one step in cleaning up our world for them.

I have combined the best of both recipes below to find the highest whip product I could make!

What is the difference between cacao and cocoa?? These are the beans before they turn into chocolate. Cacao is what people call the unrefined, untreated stuff that is full of beneficial ingredients for your skin that break down in the chemical treating process, the high heat that roasts the beans into chocolate. It still holds onto the most delicious smell, without the dark mess of pouring chocolate all over yourself, which, is essentially what we are doing!! Oh the beauty of nature.

I chose to take out the lanolin to make this whipped cacao butter totally vegan. And added the lanolin to a tallow base to be the absolutely most healing lotion possible for new mamas (or anyone with severely cracked skin).

Updated Product Line:

Whipped Cacao Body Butter = Fully vegan, luxurious daily moisturizer (with shea!)
Tallow-Lanolin Nipple Butter = Serious healing for damaged tissue
Tallow Daily Lotion = Biomimetic everyday option

Vegan Cacao Body Butter - Max Whip Triple Batch (KitchenAid 5-Quart)

Solid Base (melt together):

Cacao butter: 390g (13.75 oz) — 40%
Shea butter: 195g (6.9 oz) — 20%
Refined coconut oil: 98g (3.5 oz) — 10%

Liquid Oils (add after cooling):

Calendula-marshmallow-vanilla infused apricot oil: 292g (10.3 oz) — 30%
Vitamin E oil (optional): 12g (0.42 oz) — 1-2%

Total batch: ~987g (34.8 oz / 2.2 lbs)

After Whipping:

Approximately 1 kg (35 oz), which fills:

~8-9 jars of 4 oz each

Four simple ingredients:

Cacao butter for richness
Shea for creaminess
Coconut for easy spreading
6-week vanilla-calendula-marshmallow infused apricot oil

Cacao Butter Whipped Body Butter Formula

Base Recipe (by weight):

Option 1: Rich & Luxurious

40% cacao butter
30% calendula-marshmallow infused apricot oil
20% shea butter (adds creaminess, easier whipping)
10% coconut oil (helps it spread, lighter feel)
+1-2% vitamin E oil
optional: real vanilla bean infusion (you're already doing this—it's PERFECT with cacao!)

Option 2: Lighter & Fluffier

50% cacao butter
35% calendula-marshmallow infused apricot oil
15% coconut oil

Instructions:

Melt all solid base ingredients together in double boiler until fully liquified
Pour into mixing bowl and cool to room temperature (90-120 min for triple batch)
Add all liquid oils and stir gently to combine
Refrigerate until edges are solid but center is soft like softened butter (75-90 min for triple batch)
Whip with wire whisk attachment:
- Start Speed 2 for 30 seconds
- Increase to Speed 6-8
- Whip 5-8 minutes until light, fluffy, doubled in volume
- Scrape bowl 1-2 times during whipping
Let set at room temperature 30 minutes before jarring
Store in glass jars in cool, dark place

Calendula-Marshmallow-Vanilla Apricot Oil Infusion

Ratios (by weight):

For your 6-week cold infusion:

Apricot kernel oil: 100% (your base amount)
Dried calendula flowers: 15-20% of oil weight
Dried marshmallow root: 15-20% of oil weight
Vanilla beans: 10-15% of oil weight (split and chopped)

Example Batch:

16 oz apricot oil
2.5-3 oz dried calendula flowers
2.5-3 oz dried marshmallow root (chopped or powder)
1.5-2.5 oz vanilla beans (about 8-12 beans, split lengthwise and chopped)

FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY

Directions: Apply generously to belly, breasts, hips, and thighs 2-3 times daily. Massage gently until absorbed.
Storage: Store in cool, dark place. Product may soften in warm temperatures.
Shelf Life: Best used within 3-4 months of production.
Net Weight: [Fill in based on jar size - e.g., 8 oz / 227g]
Made with: All-natural ingredients, no parabens, phthalates, or synthetic fragrances

INGREDIENT List:

Cocoa Butter (Theobroma Cacao),
Mango Butter (Mangifera Indica)
Shea Butter (Butyrospermum Parkii)
Coconut Oil (Cocos Nucifera)
Squalane (Sugarcane-Derived)
Apricot Kernel Oil (Prunus Armeniaca)
Vanilla-Infused Jojoba Oil (Simmondsia Chinensis, Vanilla Planifolia)
Lanolin
Vitamin E Oil (Tocopherol)
Beeswax (Cera Alba)

Ingredient Benefits Guide for Your Website

Here's detailed information about each ingredient's benefits - perfect for your product page!

🍫 Cocoa Butter (Theobroma Cacao)

Nature's Skin Protector

Cocoa butter has been treasured for centuries for its remarkable ability to nourish and protect skin during times of change.

Key Benefits:

Rich in antioxidants (polyphenols) that protect skin from environmental stressors and support healthy skin aging
Deep moisturization creates a protective barrier that locks in hydration without clogging pores
Improves skin elasticity thanks to fatty acids that support the skin's natural structure
Soothes and softens stretched or stressed skin
Contains natural vitamin E for additional skin protection
Traditional remedy used for generations to support skin through pregnancy and body changes

Why it's in our formula: Cocoa butter provides the rich, protective base that helps skin maintain its resilience during stretching. Plus, that natural chocolate aroma is pure comfort!

🥭 Mango Butter (Mangifera Indica)

The Silky Skin Soother

Extracted from mango seeds, this luxurious butter is beloved for its lightweight yet deeply nourishing properties.

Key Benefits:

Exceptionally rich in vitamins A, C, and E - the trifecta for healthy, glowing skin
Lightweight absorption penetrates quickly without heavy, greasy feeling
Non-comedogenic won't clog pores, making it safe for use on belly, breasts, and body
Anti-inflammatory properties help calm irritated or itchy stretching skin
Promotes skin regeneration supports the skin's natural repair processes
Improves skin elasticity and flexibility - crucial during rapid body changes
Protects against UV damage with natural antioxidants

Why it's in our formula: Mango butter gives our body butter that cloud-like, whipped texture while delivering serious skin nutrition. It's the secret to that "melts into your skin" feel.

🌰 Shea Butter (Butyrospermum Parkii)

Ancient Healing Wisdom

Used for centuries in Africa for its profound healing properties, shea butter is one of nature's most complete skin foods.

Key Benefits:

Intensive moisturization contains concentrated fatty acids that deeply hydrate
Anti-inflammatory compounds (cinnamic acid esters) help soothe itchy, uncomfortable stretching skin
Promotes collagen production triterpenes support skin's structural proteins
Rich in vitamins A and E essential for skin health and regeneration
Improves skin barrier function helps skin retain moisture naturally
Reduces appearance of skin imperfections supports evening skin tone and texture
Safe and gentle suitable for the most sensitive skin

Why it's in our formula: Shea butter is the healing powerhouse that helps skin stay supple and comfortable through dramatic changes. It's gentle enough for pregnancy while being incredibly effective.

🥥 Refined Coconut Oil (Cocos Nucifera)

Pure, Gentle Moisture

We use refined coconut oil specifically chosen for its neutral scent, allowing our chocolate and vanilla notes to shine.

Key Benefits:

Medium-chain fatty acids (especially lauric acid) absorb quickly and deeply moisturize
Antimicrobial properties help keep skin healthy and balanced
Lightweight hydration doesn't feel heavy or greasy
Supports skin barrier helps prevent moisture loss
Soothes irritation calming for itchy, stretching skin
Stable and pure refined processing removes impurities while maintaining skin benefits

Why it's in our formula: Refined coconut oil provides silky smoothness and helps blend our rich butters into a luxurious, easy-to-spread consistency - without competing coconut scent.

🌿 Squalane (Sugarcane-Derived)

Your Skin's Best Friend

Squalane is nearly identical to squalene, a lipid naturally produced by human skin. It's the ultimate biomimetic ingredient.

Key Benefits:

Skin-identical structure your skin recognizes and absorbs it instantly
Deeply penetrating delivers moisture and nutrients to deeper skin layers
Enhances elasticity helps skin stretch comfortably and bounce back
Non-greasy, lightweight absorbs completely without residue
Highly stable won't oxidize or go rancid like many oils
Boosts other ingredients helps carry vitamins and nutrients deeper into skin
Hypoallergenic extremely gentle, suitable for all skin types
Safe for everyone no hormonal effects, safe during pregnancy and for all genders

Why it's in our formula: Squalane is the delivery system that makes everything else work better. It ensures our nutrient-rich formula actually reaches the skin layers that need it most.

🍑 Apricot Kernel Oil (Prunus Armeniaca)

Gentle Nourishment

Cold-pressed from apricot kernels, this golden oil has been used in skincare for centuries.

Key Benefits:

Rich in vitamins A and E support skin regeneration and protection
Essential fatty acids (oleic and linoleic acid) nourish and condition skin
Easily absorbed lightweight texture that doesn't leave oily residue
Supports skin elasticity helps maintain suppleness during stretching
Anti-inflammatory soothes irritated, itchy skin
Gentle and mild suitable for sensitive skin
Emollient properties softens and smooths skin texture

Why it's in our formula: Apricot kernel oil is affordable, effective, and beautifully gentle - perfect for daily use throughout pregnancy and beyond.

🌸 Vanilla-Infused Jojoba Oil (Simmondsia Chinensis + Vanilla Planifolia)

Liquid Gold with Sweet Comfort

Jojoba is technically a liquid wax ester that perfectly mimics human sebum. We've infused it with real vanilla for aromatherapy benefits.

Key Benefits:

From Jojoba:

Biomimetic structure nearly identical to skin's natural oils
Regulates oil production helps balance skin without adding excess oil
Extremely stable won't go rancid (shelf life of 3-5 years!)
Rich in vitamin E and B-complex vitamins supports healthy skin
Anti-inflammatory reduces redness and irritation
Non-comedogenic won't clog pores
Deeply moisturizing without being heavy

From Vanilla:

Calming aromatherapy vanilla scent reduces stress and anxiety
Antioxidant properties vanilla contains polyphenols that protect skin
Comforting and nurturing the warm scent provides emotional comfort during pregnancy
Anti-inflammatory vanilla compounds help soothe skin

Why it's in our formula: This is our signature touch - jojoba's skin-perfecting properties combined with vanilla's emotional comfort creates a sensory experience that nurtures both body and mind.

🐑 Lanolin

Nature's Intensive Moisturizer

Lanolin is the waxy substance naturally produced by sheep to protect their wool. It's been used medicinally for centuries.

Key Benefits:

Exceptional water-holding capacity can hold up to 400% its weight in moisture
Biomimetic to human sebum similar structure to our skin's natural oils
Creates breathable barrier locks in moisture while allowing skin to function naturally
Medical-grade healing used in nipple creams and wound care products
Deeply emollient softens and conditions even very dry, stressed skin
Protects during stretching provides cushioning support for rapidly changing skin
Long-lasting hydration effects continue long after application

Allergy Note: Lanolin allergies affect only 1-3% of the population. If you've used lanolin products before without issue, you'll be fine!

Why it's in our formula: Lanolin is unmatched for protecting skin during intense stretching. It's the ingredient that makes this formula truly therapeutic rather than just moisturizing.

🐝 Beeswax (Cera Alba)

Nature's Protective Seal

Beeswax is the natural wax produced by honeybees to build their honeycombs. It's been used in skincare for over 8,000 years.

Key Benefits:

Protective barrier seals in moisture without suffocating skin (semi-occlusive)
Anti-inflammatory contains vitamin A and natural compounds that soothe irritation
Antibacterial properties helps keep skin clean and healthy
Locks in hydration prevents transepidermal water loss
Adds structure gives the formula stability and helps it maintain whipped texture
Natural emulsifier helps blend oils and butters smoothly
Extends shelf life natural preservative properties
Rich in vitamin A supports skin regeneration

Why it's in our formula: Beeswax is the guardian that makes sure all our nourishing ingredients stay where they're needed - in your skin, not on your clothes. It also helps our whipped texture stay cloud-like and luxurious.

💛 Vitamin E Oil (Tocopherol)

The Protector

Vitamin E is one of the most powerful antioxidants for skin health and product preservation.

Key Benefits:

Powerful antioxidant protects skin cells from free radical damage
Supports skin repair helps maintain and restore skin integrity during stretching
Reduces appearance of scars promotes healing and skin regeneration
Anti-inflammatory calms irritated, itchy stretching skin
Moisturizing helps skin retain hydration
Protects other ingredients acts as natural preservative, extending product life
Supports collagen production helps maintain skin's structural proteins
UV protection provides some defense against environmental damage

Why it's in our formula: At 10,000 IU per batch, we use therapeutic levels of vitamin E to both protect your skin AND keep the formula fresh and effective for months.

🌾 Summary: Why This Formula Works

Our body butter combines three types of powerful ingredients:

1. Skin-Identical Lipids (Squalane, Jojoba, Lanolin)

Work WITH your skin, not against it
Instant recognition and absorption
Support natural skin functions

2. Protective Barriers (Butters, Beeswax, Coconut Oil)

Lock in moisture
Shield stretching skin
Create comfortable cushioning

3. Active Nutrients (Vitamins A, C, E, Fatty Acids)

Feed skin from the outside
Support regeneration and elasticity
Protect against damage

The result? A formula that doesn't just moisturize - it actively supports your skin's ability to stretch comfortably, maintain elasticity, and bounce back beautifully.

Belly Butter, Max Whip w/ Cacao

Solid Base (melt together in double boiler):

⅓ cup cocoa butter = 70g
⅓ cup mango butter = 70g
⅓ cup shea butter = 70g
¼ cup coconut oil = 52g
½ teaspoon grated beeswax= 2g
1 teaspoon lanolin = 4g

Liquid Oils (add after cooling to room temperature):

2 tablespoons squalane = 26g
1 tablespoon apricot kernel oil = 13g
1 tablespoon vanilla-infused jojoba oil = 13g
10,000 IU vitamin E oil (2 teaspoons) = 9g

This was my original recipe.

Herbalist Rich Belly Oil

This is the richest, most emollient oil I know to use as a lubricant for the stretching belly.

1/2 Cup Cocoa Butter
1/2 Cup Coconut Oil
1/4 Cup Apricot or Almond Oil
2 Teaspoons Lanolin
2 Teaspoons grated beeswax
10,000 I.U. of Vitamin E Oil

* Melt all ingredients together. You may wish to scent it with your favorite essential oil, but I love the rich “chocolaty” smell as is. Rub this rich oil over the belly and breasts two or three times daily.

MAMA NATURAL’S BOOB AND BELLY BUTTER

Making my own personal care products is something I enjoy doing because I can control what goes in them! This is especially important to me during pregnancy. My recipe contains no parabens, phthalates, or artificial fragrances. Apply this soothing balm two or three times a day to the belly, breasts, and any skin irritations.

Ingredients

½ cup raw cocoa butter
¼ cup raw shea butter
¼ cup extra-virgin coconut oil
1 teaspoon vitamin E oil
2 tablespoons rosehip oil
2 tablespoons sweet almond oil
20 drops geranium, lavender, and/or frankincense essential oil

In a double boiler, gently melt cocoa butter, shea butter, and coconut oil until combined. Pour into a glass container and cool to room temperature. Add in remaining ingredients and mix well. Chill in the refrigerator until butter starts to solidify (about an hour). Remove from fridge and whip with an immersion blender until the texture is similar to whipped cream. Pour into a glass container, seal tight, and store in a cool, dark place. (The lotion will further harden.) Apply to belly, breasts, and body as needed.

Better Shea Butter’s Whipped Cacao Butter

With Cocoa Butter being a key ingredient in stretch mark and scar creams, it is an amazing butter that deeply moisturizes through the layers of skin and leaves it feeling soft and silky. Together with ingredients like Organic Jojoba Oil and Coconut Oil you end up with a whipped creamy body butter that smells delicious and is packed with nutrients your skin will love.

Ingredients & Instructions

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Ingredients

8 oz Unrefined Cocoa Butter
4 oz Organic Jojoba Oil
2 oz Coconut Oil
2 Empty Jars with Lids
Optional: Vanilla beans, not included in kit

Instructions

Place the Cocoa Butter in a double boiler system and melt
Add the Jojoba Oil and Coconut Oil
Mix until combined
Optional: Cut a vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out the vanilla pulp. Add this to the mixture.
Cover and place in a refrigerator until it’s firm but not completely solid
Whip until it increases in volume and looks fluffy
Scoop your whipped body butter in a zip lock bag, cut a small corner off the bag, and squeeze into your jars or final containers.

Rose Petal Infused Balm

I also loved the color of this Rose-infused whipped Butter, but I would use rose hips instead of rose, which has no estrogen issues.

Rose hips and rose-derived products like rose oil are not a significant source of estrogen or phytoestrogens. But the high vitamin C content in rose hips can cause an increase in the absorption of estrogen from other sources, like medication.

Ingredients

Part One: HOW TO INFUSE THE OIL WITH ROSE PETALS

8 oz of Almond Oil
1 Cup Dry Rose Petals

Part Two: HOW TO MAKE WHIPPED KOKUM BUTTER

3/4 Cup of Rose Infused Almond Oil
1 Cup of cut up Kokum Butter (loosely measured, do not pack into the measuring cup)
20 Drops Rose Essential Oil. This is optional if you want a stronger rose scent
1 teaspoon of pink mica. This is optional as it does not add any skin benefits to the body butter, however, the soft, pink hue makes this simple skin treat so lovely, so you may not want to skip this 🙂

Instructions

Place rose petals in a glass Pyrex measuring cup or jar
Pour Almond Oil over rose petals until completely covered
Place glass jar with the oil and petals in a double boiler on low heat for 2 – 4 hours
Pour the mixture through a strainer to remove the rose petals from the oil. It is optional to also pour the oil through an additional strainer to remove any fine particles the rose petals may have left in the oil (you may use a cheese cloth or coffee filter for the second filter process)
Place Kokum Butter and rose-infused almond oil in a double boiler system on low heat until completely melted
Once completely melted, place in the freezer for 30 minutes to 1 hour, until it is firm but not completely solid (soft to the touch)
Stir it up with a spoon or spatula and add in optional pink mica and essential oil, stir these until mixed well
Using an electric blender, whip the mixture for several minutes until it is light and fluffy
Scoop into your jars or final containers

Uses and Benefits

Use this whipped Kokum Butter as a face and body moisturizer, or for particularly dry skin spots. It will help heal the skin and/or maintain it so it is silky smooth.

It just looks like strawberry ice cream to me!