Stretch marks are a common problem often caused by sudden weight loss or sudden weight gain. It happens when the skin has less collagen. Tap to read DIY homemade cocoa butter oil to reduce stretch marks.
Ingredients
Two tablespoons of cocoa butter, one tablespoon of vitamin E oil or three vitamin E capsules, two tablespoons of shea butter, one cup of jojoba oil, one teaspoon of Lavender essential oil
Heat oils
Take a small glass bowl and add jojoba oil to it. To this, add one tablespoon of vitamin E oil and microwave it for 15-20 seconds.
Heat butters
Now, add two tablespoons of cocoa butter and two tablespoons of shea butter to this. Heat it for another 15-20 seconds.
Cool it down
Cool this down to room temperature and mix it well. Set it aside for some time.
Add lavender oil
Once the oil reaches room temperature, add the lavender essential oil. Stir it gently to ensure that everything is well combined.
Directions
Use this DIY natural oil twice a day for a few weeks for visible results. Massage it with light hands. Avoid this oil around the breasts.
Information credits
As per ResearchGate, cocoa butter and shea butter help reduce stretch marks and fine lines.
Conclusion
This is an easy homemade cocoa butter oil to reduce stretch marks. However, it is advisable to do a patch test before using it.