As the temperatures begin to drop, you might start to experience dry, itchy skin. Try your hand at these ultra luxurious, all-natural lotion bars this winter. Lotion bars are mess-free and perfect for all your holiday activities and travel. Pop them into a tin container to keep in your bag, car, or to hand out to friends and family.
They're not edible, but make for great gifts! This recipe uses a cannabis-infused coconut oil* for a relaxing feeling without the cerebral effect. Cannabis topicals are absorbed through the skin for localized relief. You can choose to opt out and use regular coconut oil as well.
![Orange, black pepper, and cinnamon scented lotion bars infused with cannabis.](https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2018/11/KQED_MonicaLo_Holiday2018_LotionBar-5727-e1542132387310.jpg)
Pick your favorite essential oils and as the lotion bar melts against the warmth of your skin, it will double as aromatherapy!
Essential Oil Suggestions:
Powerful & Feminine Blend: Rose, Lavender, Black Pepper
Spiced Cider Blend: Orange, Black Pepper, Cinnamon
Cannabis-Infused Lotion Bars
Makes 8 lotion bars
![Giftable lotion bars infused with cannabis.](https://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2018/11/KQED_MonicaLo_Holiday2018_LotionBar-5709-e1542132447952.jpg)
Ingredients:
- 1 cup cannabis-infused coconut oil*
- 1 cup cocoa butter
- 1 cup beeswax
- Essential oils of choice
Instructions:
- Combine cannabis-infused coconut oil, cocoa butter, and beeswax in a double boiler over medium-low heat with 2 inches of water in the bottom pan. Stir occasionally with a rubber spatula until uniformly smooth, about 10-15 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in essential oils of your choice.
- Pour the infused mixture into silicone soap molds and allow to cool completely before removing from the molds.
*Please note: Add regular coconut oil place of the cannabis-infused coconut oil if you do not wish to medicate your lotion bars. Cannabis-infused topicals are absorbed through the skin for localized relief without the cerebral effects.