Q&A for How to Make Lotion

I've seen lots of recipes, the first one is probably the easiest inexpensive way to do it. You can also buy a lotion base and just add color and scents to it if you'd like, but that would probably cost more.

You could try putting a drop or two of essential oils in your lotion. There are essential oils out there that can provide just about any scent you could want.

It depends on the amount of vitamin C you would like. Vitamin C is water soluble so using too much will not harm you. Just a few capsules should do the trick.

You can, but the texture will be very light.

Yes, it can almost always be restored. Just put the mixture in the fridge for 2-3 hours.

You can use any water- or oil-based colors. For instance, a few drops of LabColours or other liquid colous you like will work well. You can add some micas to the mix to make the lotion shiny—the more you add, the more sparkly you'll find your product. Add the color in the cool-down phase.

I'm not sure if you should because it can stain your skin, but if you really want to, a tiny bit of eyeshadow might do the trick.

Amazon has everything. Your local health food store should have most of these things as well.