# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Lotions and Potions DIY Workshop
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 04:30 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Learn how to make your own lotions, creams, and salves/balms from scratch in this hands-on Planet Botanix workshop. We’ll break down what makes each product different—so you leave understanding both the why and the how.

What You’ll Learn

The key differences between:
Balms/Salves/Ointments (oil + wax, no water): protective and slower absorbing
Creams/Lotions (oil + water + emulsifier): lighter, more absorbable blends
How to choose high-quality carrier oils for different skin needs (olive, almond, grapeseed, jojoba, and more)
How herbal infusions can enhance your finished products, and why some methods can shorten shelf life
How to use beeswax and plant-based emulsifiers to thicken and bind your blends
An introduction to skin-supportive herbs (like calendula, chamomile, lavender, comfrey, and yarrow)
How to select and use essential oils safely, including key cautions and dilution guidance
Hands-On Recipes

During the workshop, we’ll demonstrate simple, reliable recipes for:

A light lotion that absorbs quickly
A rich cream for dry or weather-stressed skin
A customizable salve/balm you can adapt for everyday use (winter skin, lips, first-aid style applications, and more)
To take home with info package!
Perfect For

Anyone who wants to learn clean, practical DIY skincare
People curious about herbalism, aromatherapy, and natural ingredients
Those who love making gifts or personal care staples at home
Please note: Ingredient information is provided as a general guide. Essential oils must always be used diluted and with care. Some oils may not be suitable during pregnancy, and some can be phototoxic or cause skin sensitivity. Consult a healthcare professional if in doubt.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ottawa/lotions-and-potions-diy-workshop/200030002781638
- **Event Categories**: Workshops, Nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Ottawa
- **state**: ON
- **country**: Canada
- **location**: 301 Bank St at Somerset, Ottawa, ON, Canada, Ontario K2P1X7
- **lat**: 45.4151
- **long**: -75.69572
- **full address**: 301 Bank St at Somerset, Ottawa, ON, Canada, Ontario K2P1X7

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Lotions and Potions DIY Workshop being held?
  - **A:** Lotions and Potions DIY Workshop takes place on Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 04:30 pm at 301 Bank St at Somerset, Ottawa, ON, Canada, Ontario K2P1X7.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Lotions and Potions DIY Workshop?
  - **A:** Lotions and Potions DIY Workshop is organized by Planet Botanix.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Lotions and Potions DIY Workshop is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Ottawa, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Lotions and Potions DIY Workshop sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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