Basic Moisturizer

Directions

1. 1
   Combine oil and stearic acid poswder in the top of a hot water bath.
2. 2
   Combine the baking soda, glycerine and distilled water in a measuring cup and set aside.
3. 3
   Heat the oil and stearic acid in a water bath on the stove top until the mixture is a clear liquid and all the powder has dissolved.
4. 4
   Heat the water-mixture until just boiling (about 2 minutes in the microwave or 5 minutes stove-top).
5. 5
   Slowly add the boiling water to the oil-mixture.
6. 6
   As you do this, the mixture will foam up as carbon dioxide is released.
7. 7
   Pour the entire mixture into a blender and blend on high for 2 minutes, after which the mixture should be white, fluffy and creamy.
8. 8
   Spoon the cream into a bowl and allow to cool completely.
9. 9
   Once cooled completely, stir and store in a clean container with a lid.
10. 10
    To use: massage a small amount onto your face and neck.