How to Make French Country Hand Lotion
11 June 2026
How to Make Lemon and Honey Hand Lotion
11 June 2026
A light, non-greasy citronella gel lotion that keeps mosquitoes away, perfect for summer evenings outdoors.
What you will need
- Gel lotion base
- Citronella essential oil
- A few drops of yellow liquid colouring
- An attractive bottle or jar
Method
- Mix 10ml citronella essential oil and a few drops of yellow colouring into your gel lotion.
- Blend well.
- Decant into an attractive bottle or jar.
- Apply regularly during summer. The gel lotion is light, spreads easily and is non-greasy, ideal for all your outdoor evening activities.
Find everything you need at The Soap Barn’s Body & Bath supplies.
Tips & variations
Once you have made your citronella mosquito-repellent lotion, here are a few ways to get a great result and make it your own.
- This contains water, so always add a broad-spectrum preservative to keep it safe to use.
- Blend the oil and water phases at similar temperatures for a stable, silky result.
- Store in a cool, dry spot and use clean, dry hands or a spatula to keep it fresh.
Make it your own: change the fragrance or essential oil, or tweak the colour to suit the season.
You may also like: French Country Hand Lotion and Body Butter Melts.
