Are you tired of spending money on expensive, chemical-laden skin care products?
Do you want to have more control over the ingredients you put on your skin?
Discover the benefits of homemade natural skin care products and how they can transform your skin care routine.
Absolutely! Rediscover the nostalgia and joy of crafts by mixing up your new favorite skincare products, right at home!
DIY skin care solutions allow you to have complete control over every single ingredient that goes into the product, as you transform your home into a luxurious spa.
The best natural ingredients for your skin are those that nourish, hydrate, and protect. Some of the most popular and effective natural ingredients for homemade natural skin care products include:
Honey: A natural humectant that helps your skin retain moisture
Coconut oil: Rich in fatty acids that deeply moisturize and protect the skin
Avocado: Packed with vitamins and antioxidants that nourish and rejuvenate the skin
Aloe vera: Soothes and calms irritated skin while providing essential nutrients.
From soothing skin care masks to rejuvenating scrubs and a hydrating lip scrub, these at-home beauty skin care products will leave you looking - and feeling - better than ever.
Let's dive into the world of DIY beauty!
Homemade natural skin care products offer several advantages over store-bought alternatives:
Control over ingredients: When you make your own skin care products, you can avoid harsh chemicals, synthetic fragrances, and potential irritants found in commercial products.
However, “Even though a product is natural, you can still have difficulties with it,” Dr. Hong states. “Ingredients like oils and minerals are natural, which sounds great. But many people are surprised to find that they develop allergies to those types of products.”
Customization: DIY skin care recipes can be tailored to suit your specific skin type and concerns. Especially oily or sensitive skin.
Cost-effective: Homemade skin care products are often more economical than store-bought options, especially when ingredients are purchased in bulk.
Aly Lewis, a Certified Holistic Nutritionist says “After ordering supplies and ingredients, and experimenting with some recipes, I discovered that not only was it simple and fun to do, but making your own DIY skin care was way cheaper."
Freshness and potency: Homemade skin care products can be made in small batches, ensuring fresh and potent ingredients.
Eco-friendly: Making your own skin care products reduces packaging waste and minimizes environmental impact.
Incorporating homemade natural skin care products into your routine offers numerous benefits for your skin, budget, and the environment. With a little experimentation, you can create personalized products that nourish your skin without harsh chemicals or synthetic ingredients.
Don’t keep the seaweed for the sea! This rich and nourishing Seaweed Face Mask supports skin tone and can be customized to your skin type. It only takes 5 minutes, and this recipe makes 12 masks!
2 TBSP kelp powder
2 TBSP French green clay ( kaolin or bentonite clay for dry skin types)
2 tsp spirulina powder
Essential oil, such as Helichrysum, Frankincense, or Carrot seed (optional)
Liquid of choice (aloe vera gel, hydrosol, carrier oil, yogurt, or simply H20!)
Mix together kelp powder, clay, and spirulina in a small jar.
Add 1 teaspoon of the dry mix to a small bowl and add about 2 and 1/2 teaspoons of liquid. You want it to be thin enough to spread onto your skin, but not so thin that it drips off.
Add 1-2 drops of essential oils, if desired.
Apply an even layer to the face and leave for 15-20 minutes.
Wash the mask off with warm water.
This hydrating mask nourishes the skin with antioxidants and minerals, improves circulation, reduces redness, firms skin, and offers sun protection!
2 TBSP raw cacao powder
1 TBSP yogurt
1 TSP raw honey
¼ banana
Mash the banana with a fork, then add the rest of the ingredients.
Generously apply the chocolate mixture to the face and neck.
After 10-20 minutes, wash the face mask off.
Egg yolks are rich in nourishing healthy fats, while egg whites are primarily composed of protein and water, making them very hydrating for dry skin!
1 egg white
½ TSP lemon juice
1 TSP raw honey
Mix all of the ingredients and whisk until frothy.
Use a cotton round or cotton ball to apply the mixture to the face.
Leave on for about 15 minutes, then rinse off with warm water.
Get your glowing skin with this deeply hydrating and nourishing face mask that blends avocado, kaolin clay, and turmeric. Kaolin clay exfoliates and detoxifies, drawing out impurities from the skin, while turmeric has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits, giving the skin such a beautiful glow, that people will ask where you went on holiday! Works well for oily skin.
2.675 cups distilled water
4.6 TBSP avocado oil
2 TBSP Polawax emulsifying wax
1.6 TBS BTMS-50 conditioning emulsifier
12 TBS kaolin clay
1.2 tsp turmeric powder
0.4 tsp carrot seed essential oil
1 tsp carrot extract
In a heat-safe container, mix the avocado oil, BTMS-50, and Pola wax. Heat in the microwave until completely melted.
In a separate container, heat distilled water in the microwave or on the stove until it reaches 160-170°F.
Pour the oil and wax mixture into the water and use a spatula to scrape all contents. Pulse with a blender until milky.
Add the kaolin clay, blending until combined.
Add turmeric powder and blend again until fully mixed.
Pour the mixture into jars and let cool, when it becomes a lotion-like texture.
Refresh your skin with this cooling toner! The Witch hazel tightens pores, reduces inflammation, and soothes irritated skin while cucumber water is highly refreshing and hydrating, cooling the skin, and reducing redness and swelling.
10 TBS witch hazel
6 TBS cucumber water
Drops of tea tree essential oil
Add witch haze and cucumber water to a spray bottle.
Add tea tree essential oil then shake to combine.
To use, shake thoroughly. Spray or pour the mixture onto a cotton pad and gently sweep across dry, clean skin.
Wash the day away with this DIY face wash with castile soap, which gently cleanses without stripping natural oils while the patchouli essential oil balances the skin, reducing wrinkles and blemishes. The sweet orange essential oil works to add brightness to the complexion.
2/3 cup castile soap
20 drops of patchouli essential oil
45 drops of sweet orange essential oil
1/3 cup cucumber hydrosol, geranium hydrosol, or distilled water
2 tsp sweet almond oil
In a soap dispenser or equivalent, add the essential oils, castile soap, and sweet almond oil. Mix around the bottle well combined.
Add the distilled water or hydrosol.
This body wash, which primarily consists of castile soap, cleanses the skin without stripping natural oils, while raw honey works to moisturize and has antibacterial properties, promoting clear skin.
3 TBSP castile soap (liquid castile soap works best)
3 TBSP raw honey
2 TBSP oil (1 TBSP each of castor oil and olive oil)
10 drops of essential oil of choice (adjust to preference)
Mix all ingredients in a glass liquid measuring cup. Avoid using a blender, whisk, or hand mixer to avoid bubbles.
Pour the mixture into a glass container.
Use in the shower as a body wash.
This warming and yummy gingerbread scrub uses organic cane sugar to gently exfoliate the skin, removing dead skin cells for a smoother texture. Cinnamon’s antimicrobial properties can improve blood circulation, encouraging a healthy, radiant glow. Meanwhile, ginger has anti-inflammatory benefits that can even out the tone, leaving your skin supple and soft.
½ cup organic cane sugar + 2 TBSP organic cane sugar
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp ginger
1 TBSP molasses
1 TBSP castile soap
2 TBSP coconut oil
2 TBSP olive oil (or avocado, sweet almond, or grapeseed oil)
Combine all the ingredients and stir to mix thoroughly.
This luscious body butter might be better than any other! A stellar combination of deeply moisturizing and vitamin-rich shea butter and cocoa butter hydrates and helps to improve skin elasticity, reducing the appearance of scars and stretch marks. Coconut oil steps in with antibacterial properties that deeply nourish the skin while almond oil (or jojoba or olive oil) provides a lightweight moisture boost, rich in fatty acids and vitamins that enhance skin's softness and glow.
½ cup shea butter
½ cup cocoa butter
½ cup coconut oil
½ cup almond oil (or jojoba, or olive oil)
10-30 drops of lavender essential oil (optional)
In a double boiler or glass bowl, combine all ingredients except for the essential oils.
Heat on medium heat, stirring constantly until everything’s completely melted.
Take off the heat and allow it to cool.
Stir in the essential oils, if using.
Place the mix in the refrigerator for an hour, or until the mixture solidifies.
Use a hand mixer to whip for 10 minutes until gloriously fluffy.
Put back in the fridge for 10-15 minutes to set.
Store in a glass jar with a lid and apply directly to the skin!
The Luxe Homemade Body Butter is an excellent choice for a deeply moisturizing and nourishing homemade moisturizer. The combination of shea butter, cocoa butter, coconut oil, and almond oil (or jojoba or olive oil) provides a rich blend of vitamins, fatty acids, and antibacterial properties that hydrate, protect, and enhance the skin's natural glow.
This versatile body butter can be used on all skin types, and the addition of essential oils can offer a relaxing aromatherapy experience.
This smooth lip exfoliator helps you achieve soft, healthy lips. The raw honey is a natural antibacterial and humectant, locking moisture into lips while the organic sugar gently gets rid of dead skin cells and promotes smoothness, while the jojoba oil hydrates and nourishes. Finally, peppermint essential oil stimulates blood circulation, for a natural lip plump.
2 TBSP organic sugar
1 tsp raw honey (can use agave for a vegan alternative)
1/2 tsp jojoba oil
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
5 drops peppermint essential oil
Add all the ingredients to a small glass bowl.
Stir with a fork until well combined.
Store an airtight container
Making your own natural skin care products at home is easier than you might think. With a few simple ingredients and some basic knowledge, you can create a wide range of effective and nourishing products that cater to your specific skin type and concerns.
In this section, we'll answer some common questions about making homemade skin care products and provide tips for creating your own anti-aging remedies.
You can make a wide variety of natural skin care products at home using natural ingredients. Some popular DIY skin care products include:
Face masks
Facial toners
Moisturizers
Body scrubs
Body butter
Lip scrubs
Lip balms
Eye serums
Facial cleansers
Spot treatments
These homemade skin care products can be made using ingredients like honey, aloe vera, coconut oil, essential oils, and various fruits and vegetables. The specific ingredients you use will depend on your skin type and the desired benefits.
To make homemade natural skin care products for anti-aging, focus on ingredients that are rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. These nutrients help to protect the skin from free radical damage, promote collagen production, and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Some effective ingredients for homemade anti-aging skin care include:
Rosehip seed oil: Rich in vitamin C and essential fatty acids that help to regenerate skin cells and improve skin elasticity.
Pomegranate seed oil: Contains high levels of antioxidants that protect the skin from sun damage and premature aging.
Vitamin E oil: A powerful antioxidant that helps to moisturize the skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Green tea: Contains catechins, which are antioxidants that protect the skin from free radical damage and reduce inflammation.
Avocado: Rich in vitamins A, D, and E, as well as essential fatty acids that nourish and moisturize the skin.
To make a simple homemade anti-aging serum, combine the following ingredients:
1 TBSP rosehip oil
1 TBSP pomegranate seed oil
1 tsp vitamin E oil
2-3 drops of your favorite essential oil (optional)
Mix the ingredients well and apply a few drops to your face and neck every night before bed. This serum will help to nourish and protect your skin, reducing the signs of aging over time.
The shelf life of homemade skin care products varies depending on the ingredients used and the storage conditions. Generally, products that contain water (like toners and cleansers) have a shorter shelf life than oil-based products (like serums and balms).
Here are some general guidelines:
Products containing water: 1-2 weeks
Products containing fresh ingredients (like fruits or vegetables): 3-4 days
Oil-based products: 6-12 months
To extend the shelf life of your homemade skin care products:
Store them in airtight containers in a cool, dark place.
Add natural preservatives like vitamin E oil or rosemary extract to help prevent bacterial growth.
Yes, you can use essential oils in your homemade natural skin care recipes to add scent and additional benefits. However, it's important to use them safely and in the correct proportions.
Here are some tips:
Always dilute essential oils in a carrier oil (like coconut oil or jojoba oil) before applying them to your skin.
Use a concentration of 1-2% essential oils in your recipes (that's about 6-12 drops per ounce of carrier oil).
Avoid using essential oils that are known to be irritating or sensitizing, like cinnamon or clove.
If you have sensitive skin, do a patch test before using a new essential oil in your recipes.
Homemade natural skin care products can be suitable for sensitive skin, as long as you choose gentle, non-irritating ingredients.
Some tips for making skin care products for sensitive skin:
Avoid using essential oils or fragrances that can be irritating.
Use mild, nourishing ingredients like oats, honey, and aloe vera.
Do a patch test before using a new product on your face.
If you have any known allergies or sensitivities, avoid using those ingredients in your recipes.
There are many natural ingredients that can be used to make effective and nourishing skin care products. Here are some of the best:
Coconut oil: Moisturizing, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory.
Shea butter: Rich in vitamins and fatty acids, helps to moisturize and soothe the skin.
Aloe vera: Hydrating, anti-inflammatory, and healing.
Honey: Antibacterial, moisturizing, and gentle enough for sensitive skin.
Avocado: Rich in healthy fats and vitamins that nourish and moisturize the skin.
Jojoba oil: Similar to the skin's natural sebum, helps to balance oil production and moisturize.
Rosehip seed oil: Rich in vitamin C and essential fatty acids, helps to brighten and even out skin tone.
When choosing ingredients for your homemade skin care products, look for high-quality, organic options whenever possible.
Have you tried any of these homemade natural skin care recipes? Share your experience in the comments below!
Do you have a favorite DIY skin care routine that we didn't mention? Let us know in the comments!
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When you shift the focus from chemicals to natural skin care products, you’ll watch your skin thrive in radiant glory! Embracing DIY natural skin care products allows you to get creative right at home, hand-selecting the ingredients so you curate exactly what you allow onto your precious skin.
As you dive into the expansive world of botanicals, essential oils, and nourishing ingredients, we reckon you'll become hooked!
What DIY product will you try first!?
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