Azlok's Cocoa Body Butter Kit is a complete, ready-to-use set for making your own whipped cocoa body butter at home in about 30 minutes. It includes cocoa butter, sweet almond oil, virgin coconut oil, rose essential oil, a recipe card, a spoon, a spatula, gloves and two glass jars, so you don't need to source anything separately. Priced at ₹999, it's an easy way to try DIY skincare without guesswork.
What's inside the kit
Each kit is designed so a first-timer can finish a batch confidently. Here is what you get:
- Cocoa Butter — 250 g
- Sweet Almond Oil — 100 ml
- Virgin Coconut Oil — 100 ml
- Rose Essential Oil — 10 ml
- Empty glass jars with lids (100 ml) — 2 units
- Spoon and spatula — 1 each
- Gloves — 1 pair
- Recipe card with instructions
The kit comes in packs of 1, 2, 5, 10, 20 and 50, so hobbyists and small businesses making batches for sale can both find a size that fits.
Why cocoa body butter is worth making
Cocoa butter is a solid plant fat pressed from cocoa beans. It melts at close to body temperature, which is why it feels rich and slips easily onto skin. Combined with sweet almond oil and virgin coconut oil, it makes a thick, cushioning butter that many people like for dry elbows, knees, heels and hands, especially in winter. Whipping it introduces air, giving a light, spreadable texture rather than a hard block.
Making it yourself has a few clear advantages: you control the ingredients, you can adjust the scent, and you avoid the fillers found in some commercial products.
How to make whipped cocoa body butter
The recipe card gives exact steps, but here is the general method so you know what to expect:
- Melt gently. Add the cocoa butter to a heatproof bowl and melt it over a double boiler (a bowl set over a pan of simmering water). Keep the heat low.
- Add the oils. Stir in the sweet almond oil and virgin coconut oil until everything is fully liquid and combined.
- Cool. Move the bowl to the fridge and let the mixture firm up until it is semi-solid but not fully hard, usually 30–60 minutes.
- Whip. Use a hand whisk or electric beater to whip the mixture until it turns pale, light and fluffy.
- Scent. Add a few drops of rose essential oil and whip briefly to blend.
- Jar it. Spoon the butter into the glass jars with the spatula and seal the lids.
Wear the included gloves while handling the melted oils and keep your work surface clean.
Tips and safety notes
- Patch-test first. Before using on large areas, apply a small amount to your inner forearm and wait 24 hours to check for any reaction, especially if you have sensitive skin or nut allergies (this kit contains almond oil).
- Go easy on the essential oil. Rose essential oil is potent. A few drops are enough; too much can irritate skin. Do not apply it undiluted.
- For external use only. Body butter is not food. Keep the kit and finished butter away from children and do not ingest it.
- Mind the temperature. If your home is very warm, the butter may soften. A cooler storage spot helps it hold its whipped texture.
- Use clean, dry tools. Water in the jar can shorten shelf life, so scoop with dry hands or a spatula.
Buying and storage
Store finished body butter in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Because it contains no synthetic preservatives when you make it at home, use it within a few months for best quality and watch for any change in smell. Keep the raw cocoa butter and oils sealed until you are ready to use them. If you plan to make several batches or sell them, the larger multi-packs available on Azlok work out more convenient than buying single kits repeatedly.
FAQ
How much body butter does one kit make?
One kit contains 250 g of cocoa butter plus 200 ml of carrier oils, which comfortably fills the two 100 ml jars provided, with the exact yield depending on how much air you whip in.
Can I change the fragrance?
Yes. The kit comes with rose essential oil, but you can use less of it or substitute another skin-safe essential or fragrance oil if you prefer a different scent. Always add scent sparingly.
Is this kit suitable for beginners?
It is. The ingredients are pre-measured and a recipe card is included, so no prior experience is needed. The main equipment you'll add is a double boiler and a whisk or beater.
Is cocoa body butter safe for the face?
Many people use it on the body and dry patches. Cocoa butter is rich and may feel heavy on facial skin, so patch-test first and use a small amount if you try it on your face.
How long will the finished butter last?
Homemade butter without preservatives is best used within a few months. Keep it cool, dry and tightly closed, and discard it if the smell or texture changes.