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The Apothecary Os

Reference

Formula Library

Every starter template in the OS, with its full phase breakdown and gram weights for your batch size. Pick one here, then open it in the Formula Builder to swap ingredients and save your version.

18 of 18 formulas

Body Butter

Rich, creamy body butter

Oil phase

  • Shea ButterYour main butter β€” measure solid then melt50%125.00 g
  • Mango ButterLightens the texture, won't clog pores13%32.50 g
  • Cocoa ButterAdds firmness and staying power11%27.50 g
  • Kokum ButterStabilizer β€” a little goes a long way5%12.50 g
  • Jojoba OilLightweight carrier that balances heavier butters9%22.50 g
  • Baobab OR Argan OilSkin-boost carrier β€” vitamins A, D, E, F5%12.50 g
  • Cetyl AlcoholMakes texture creamy and silky, not greasy3%7.50 g
  • Vitamin E OilNatural antioxidant β€” just a few drops1%2.50 g

Cool-down phase

  • Essential OilsAdd when mixture cools below 104Β°F1.5%3.75 g

Total 98.5% of batch weight. Adjust in the builder to reach exactly 100% β€” remaining weight is normally taken up by your chosen liquid or butter base.

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