Azlok's Evening Primrose Moisturizing Lotion Base is a ready-to-use, creamy white body lotion that you can apply straight from the jar or use as a blank canvas for your own products. It is a thick, nourishing formula built for dry and sensitive skin, combining hyaluronic acid, glycerin, shea butter and evening primrose oil to deliver deep hydration without a heavy, greasy feel.
What is a ready-to-use lotion base?
A ready-to-use base is a fully formulated, preserved lotion that has already been through the tricky emulsion stage for you. You do not need to heat oils and water, balance emulsifiers, or worry about the science of getting a stable cream. You simply use it as is, or stir in a fragrance, essential oil or extract of your choice. That makes it a sensible starting point for home makers, hobbyists and small skincare brands who want consistent results.
This particular base is medium in consistency, alcohol-free, and suitable for all skin types. Its ingredient list includes allantoin and aloe vera extract to soothe, olive and sweet almond oils for softness, and a phenoxyethanol-based preservative system that gives it a 24-month shelf life.
Ways to use it
- Straight body lotion: Use it as-is after a bath, especially on rough, dry areas like elbows, knees, shins and heels.
- Custom scented lotion: Blend in a skin-safe fragrance oil or a diluted essential oil to create your own signature body lotion.
- Small-batch products: Package into bottles or jars under your own label for a home business or gifting.
- Hand and cuticle cream: Its thicker texture works well for hard-working hands.
How to use and customise
For everyday use, take a small amount and massage into clean, slightly damp skin so the moisture is sealed in. A little goes a long way with a rich base like this one.
- Start with a clean, sanitised bowl and utensils to avoid contaminating the base.
- If adding fragrance or essential oil, keep additions low — usually well under 1% of the total weight for essential oils. Stir gently but thoroughly.
- Do a small test batch first to check how your addition behaves with the base before scaling up.
- Transfer to airtight, clean containers and label with the date.
Because the base already contains a preservative, avoid adding water, fresh juices or homemade infusions. Adding water-based ingredients can unbalance the preservation and cut the shelf life short.
Safety and skin notes
This is a cosmetic product for external use only. A few sensible points:
- Patch-test on the inner forearm before regular use, particularly if you have reactive or allergy-prone skin.
- Do not ingest, and keep away from the eyes and mucous membranes.
- If you add essential oils, respect safe dilution limits — more is not better, and some oils are not suitable for pregnancy or young children.
- Store out of the reach of children.
- Discontinue use if irritation occurs.
Buying and storage
Azlok offers the Evening Primrose Moisturizing Lotion Base in 500 g, 1 kg, 5 kg, 10 kg and 20 kg packs, with the 500 g size priced at ₹449, so you can start small and scale up as your needs grow. It is made in India.
Keep it at room temperature in an airtight container, away from direct sunlight and heat. Always use clean, dry scoops to prevent contamination. Sealed and stored well, the base has a shelf life of around 24 months. Once you have opened it and started adding your own ingredients, use it within a reasonable time and watch for any change in smell, colour or texture.
FAQ
Can I use this lotion base without adding anything?
Yes. It is fully finished and ready to use as a body lotion straight from the container. Additions like fragrance are optional.
Is it greasy?
No. Although it is a rich, thick formula meant for dry skin, it is designed to feel lightweight and non-greasy once absorbed.
Can I add water or fresh ingredients to stretch it?
It is best not to. Adding water or fresh botanicals can disturb the preservative system and shorten the shelf life. Stick to skin-safe oil-based additions in small amounts.
Is it suitable for sensitive skin?
It is formulated to be gentle and includes soothing ingredients like allantoin and aloe vera extract. Even so, patch-test first if your skin is reactive.
How long does it last?
The base has a shelf life of about 24 months when kept sealed at room temperature in an airtight container.