Comments on: Gold, Frankincense, and Myrrh Lotion Bars

By: Jamie Larrison

Jamie Larrison — Mon, 19 Feb 2024 04:50:02 +0000

In reply to Ruthann Rust. The link is working now.

By: Jamie Larrison

Jamie Larrison — Fri, 08 Dec 2023 01:34:44 +0000

In reply to Melissa. You might be able to use tallow instead of shea butter for these. Let us know if you try it!

By: Melissa

Melissa — Thu, 07 Dec 2023 17:40:52 +0000

Hi there! I’m looking at experimenting with tallow in my skincare and have loved your suggested recipes. Is it possible to add tallow to these bars? If so, how would you adjust the recipe? Thank you!

By: Ruthann Rust

Ruthann Rust — Thu, 08 Dec 2022 03:13:45 +0000

In reply to Katie - Wellness Mama. The link to the mica powder does Not work. I tried the mica powder link on several of your recipes but it isn’t working on any of them. I would also love the links!

By: Deb

Deb — Sun, 26 Dec 2021 13:32:27 +0000

In reply to Kelly. Could turmeric be used in the recipe! ? Don’t want to use the mica powder.

By: Jamie Larrison

Jamie Larrison — Tue, 30 Nov 2021 04:56:58 +0000

In reply to Antje. You could but cocoa butter is firmer than both coconut oil and shea butter so it will affect the hardness of the lotion bars. I'd experiment with replacing half of the shea butter with cocoa butter and see how you like it.

By: Antje

Antje — Sun, 28 Nov 2021 00:22:51 +0000

Could I use cocoa butter for this too???
Thank you

By: Anna

Anna — Mon, 04 Feb 2019 06:30:55 +0000

In reply to Christine. Try a different bees wax or shred it and melt it first

By: Mei

Mei — Tue, 16 Jan 2018 23:38:30 +0000

Hi wellness mama! This idea is such a blessing at the right time for me- along with your lotion recipes. Thankyou for sharing xo

By: Chelsea

Chelsea — Thu, 21 Dec 2017 04:44:26 +0000

In reply to Julie Powaser. I just made these and noticed the same thing, they smell mostly like Shea butter! One thing I noticed was that the Shea butter I have is unrefined. I’d made sure to get refined coconut oil and forgot about the Shea butter. Also, I read somewhere else in the comments about making sure the mixture is under a certain temp when the essential oils are added. I’m going to double check that...

By: Wellness Mama

Wellness Mama — Thu, 14 Dec 2017 01:46:26 +0000

In reply to Chelsea. You can definitely use ones in a carrier if that's what you have on hand :)

By: Chelsea

Chelsea — Wed, 13 Dec 2017 20:17:18 +0000

Hi Katie, I apologize if this has been asked and I did try to check in the comments, my question is are you using pure frankincense and myrrh essential oils or are the frankincense and myrrh in a carrier oil? I ask because I have both EO’s in jojoba as a carrier. Otherwise, they are both super-expensive for me. I’m really looking forward to making these and have all the ingredients, I think!

By: Valerie

Valerie — Wed, 13 Dec 2017 18:48:20 +0000

In reply to Wellness Mama. I did try using less bees wax and added a little unscented lotion I had gotten at Whole foods to make it more of a "lotion" consistency, but it did have a "shelf life". After setting for a few months it did start to "grow". I made these last year for Christmas presents and have had requests for more this year, they loved them so much. Headed to store for the coco butter, now. Thank you for sharing your ideas and knowledge.

By: Debra White

Debra White — Mon, 09 Jan 2017 22:51:53 +0000

How do you measure a 1/3 cup of Shea butter when it is in a bar form. Do you shave it or chop it?

By: Christy Jones

Christy Jones — Sun, 11 Sep 2016 19:28:03 +0000

Hello Katie. I really enjoy your website and appreciate all the trouble you go to in exploring and researching natural ways to stay beautiful and healthy. Back in July I broke out into a rash that lasted for weeks. My nutritionist thought this could be auto-immune and so did the conventional doctor because I do have rheumatoid arthritis. The rash has left my skin bumpy and and wrinkly looking. I want to get back that smooth skin I had. Do you have any suggestions? I eat very well and juice my veggies several times a week and drink bone broth daily.

By: Wellness Mama

Wellness Mama — Sun, 10 Jul 2016 15:07:08 +0000

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By: Ellen

Ellen — Tue, 17 May 2016 19:15:40 +0000

Thank you for this recipe Katy. I will definitely make some, since I have already ordered Myrrhe and Frankincense oils.
However, thinking of the “gold”, I recently saw The Truth About Cancer and there the suggestion was that it could actually be curcumin.
I must say I would rather put some gold mica powder on my skin than curcumin. 🙂

By: Donna Walsh

Donna Walsh — Thu, 28 Apr 2016 19:20:28 +0000

I have heard NOT to use plastic containers when adding essential oils to a DIY product as the oils evaporate. Does that happen with these bars?

Thanks!

By: Bonnie

Bonnie — Wed, 27 Apr 2016 12:07:25 +0000

In reply to Kathryn. Homeopathic gold (Aurum metalicum) is a remedy for depression, particularly for depression due to losing your fortune (gold!) or your loved one (your true treasure).