Natural Homemade Sunscreen Recipe
Ingredients
- ½ Cup Shea Butter
- ¼ Cup Coconut Oil
- 2 Tablespoons Beeswax
- 2 Tablespoons Non-Nano Zinc Oxide
- 10-20 Drops Peppermint Essential Oil
Instructions
- Melt the shea butter and coconut oil over a double boiler.
- Once melted, turn the heat off and whisk in the remaining ingredients.
- Allow the DIY homemade sunscreen to sit at room temperature for about an hour until it has been fully set.
- Store in an airtight glass container and apply as needed.
Notes
It is nearly impossible to measure exactly how much SPF this natural homemade sunscreen has, however, it is safe to assume the SPF is around 30, give or take.
This sunscreen is generally safe to be used anywhere you would normally apply sunscreen, like your face. Just be sure to use essential oils that you are not allergic to and be sure to keep the sunscreen out of your eyes.
Use your best judgment when applying this to your children. I use this on my kids age 6 months and up with no issues. Some kids might have sensitive skin when using essential oils, so feel free to omit that.