Homemade Lotion – Natural Goats Milk Lotion
Article by Susan Katchur
Natural homemade lotion, made with goats milk, is much better for skin than commercial lotion. Why? It is much better for many different reasons.
Some commercial lotions may, actually, aid in drying out skin. Homemade lotion, containing goats milk, helps to moisturize skin. Goats milk is a buffer that leaves skin very close to its natural pH. It has, natural, moisture-attracting properties.
Some commercial lotions claim to help you look younger or recapture youth. Usually, this is just commercial hype, so do not fall for it. Some of these commercial lotions can be very expensive. You can drop a fortune trying to figure out which lotion really works. Recent scientific studies have shown that goats milk aids in the regeneration of collagen under the skin, negating some of the visible signs of aging. Goats milk contains anti-aging properties.
Commercial lotion can contain ingredients that are too harsh or harmful for skin. These ingredients can wrack havoc on skin. Skin may turn red, swell, burn, itch or have some other allergic reaction. Some people have allergic reactions to strong fragrances. Homemade natural goats milk lotion contains mild and gentle, natural fragrances. Some of these lotions are made with peppermint oil, lavender oil, raw shea butter, citrus scents or more. These mild and gentle lotions have a hint of fragrance. The fragrances are not too strong or overpowering.
Goats milk lotion is available as an Au natural lotion, with no added fragrances. This is an unscented homemade lotion. This homemade skin care product is, especially, nice for people with sensitive skin or those with a high rate of fragrance allergies.
Commercial lotions may contain harsh or harmful preservatives called parabens. Parabens are a class of chemicals that are used in many commercial products including commercial moisturizers. Their purpose is to remove bacteria and fungal properties, as a preservative. Parabens are becoming more controversial, though. Several studies have reported results that indirectly support a correlation of the presence of parabens and the occurrence of breast cancer. It is believed that parabens can migrate into breast tissue and form tumors. Homemade goats milk lotion contains a paraben-free preservative. This keeps the lotion safe from biological contamination.
This homemade skin care product should be stored in a cool location, like and air-conditioned room. Storing goat milk in a warm environment is not recommended since rancidity can occur quickly. It is recommended that you use this product within six months. The shelf life of this homemade skin care product can extend if the unopened container is stored in the refrigerator, but do not use this product beyond one year of purchase.
Using a homemade goats milk lotion is beneficial in so many ways! People with dry skin, dry itchy skin, oily skin, sensitive skin, flaky skin, and more enjoy its, naturally, moisturizing properties. It is not runny, oily or heavy on the skin. It is a light-type of lotion that soothes, softens and moisturizes skin. Natural goats milk lotion is healthful and nourishing for skin.
Stop wasting your time and money using commercial lotions when they may be too harsh or harmful for your skin. Instead, discover a healthful, natural, alternative by using a homemade body lotion. Natural goats milk lotion is the best homemade lotion around!
