Pain Relieving Lotion Bar

Pain Relieving Lotion Bar
         Works to relieve muscle pain and tension.

• 1/3 Cup of Coconut Oil
• 1/3 Cup of Shea Butter, Cocoa Butter, or Mango Butter
• 1/3 Cup of Beeswax
• 1 Tablespoon of Menthol Crystals
• 10 Drops of Peppermint Essential Oil
• 1.2 Teaspoon Arnica Oil (optional)

Combine all ingredients in a quart size glass jar and carefully place the jar in a small saucepan of water on the stove. Turn the burner on and bring water to a low simmer. Stir ingredients constantly until they are melted and smooth. Remove from the heat and stir in the menthol crystals until they dissolve. Add in the essential oils and arnica oil and stir until mixed. Carefully pour into molds or whatever you will be allowing the lotion bars to harden in. Allow the lotion bars to cool completely before popping out of molds. Store in a cool or dry place for up to six months.

To apply to skin: hold bar in hand and carefully rub on dry skin. The heat of the skin will transfer some of the lotion bar to the skin. I store my lotion bars on a small plate on my dresser and bathroom counter. Add more or less menthol for a more or less potent bar.