Method of producing a composition suitable for use as a skin lotion, cosmetic preparations and uses thereof. The composition is formed by a vegetable oil mixed with a filler by a method in which a vegetable oil is provided, a filler selected from the group of finely divided wood materials which are essentially dry is provided, and the vegetable oil is mixed with the wood material such that the oil is absorbed by the wood material. The mixing is carried out at a ratio of oil-to-wood material which is sufficient to saturate the finely divided wood material with the oil. The composition has an extended shelf-life and when used as a hand lotion or hand cream it gives good results in the treatment of dry skin. It exhibits a revitalizing and nourishing effect on the skin.
