The skin of human beings can be regarded as the most patient thing in this world. There can’t be anything which has more patience. Being constantly tested, affected, attacked and god knows what more, our skin faces such atrocities which nothing in this earth can. Up to some extent the problems are solved by the skin itself but after that it gives away and thus our skin problems starts. It loses its natural glow and smoothness. There are various contributing factors of these problems. Seasonal changes, pollution etc. are some of the most important factors that cause various problems in skin. Thus body lotions are the substances which help the skin in fighting out these problems.

Due to the above mentioned factors the skin loses the necessary moisture content which makes the skin dry and thus irritation starts. The skin also starts tearing away. Though there are various creams available in the market, it doesn’t suit everyone’s skin. In that case Body lotions are the only options. Homemade body lotions are very good for making your skin smooth and soft. Some of the homemade body lotions are: -

1. Rose and Lime Body lotion – This is the most simple homemade body lotion. In order to make this you will require 3 tablespoon of rose water, 2 tablespoons of line juice and 1 tablespoons of glycerin. Then mix all the ingredients very well. The lotion that is prepared should be applied to your body after a shower. Now if you have a dry skin then use the above lotion as mentioned. Otherwise depending on the skin type one can change the proportions of the ingredients that are mixed. It is important that the lotion is stored in a cool place like refrigerators.
2. Almond Body lotion – In order to prepare this body lotion you require a lot of things. Firstly you require 3 teaspoons of lanolin, 1 teaspoon of almond oil and 1 teaspoon of petroleum jelly. Further you also require 1 teaspoon of vegetable lard, 2 teaspoons glycerin, 10 tablespoons of water, 1 teaspoon of soap flakes and 1 teaspoon of cornflower. Also add perfume or almond essence. Once you have all these ingredients then you are prepared to make the almond body lotion. First of all heat the water and the oils separately. Once heated pour them into other ingredients and mix all the ingredients. After the mixture is prepared pour it into a bottle and then shake it vigorously. Then lastly add perfume.

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