DIY Skincare
5 Fun Hacks to Try
Face Scrub
Gently exfoliate and cleanse your skin with this easy, natural facial scrub recipe.
You will need:
- 1/2 cup baking soda
- 8 drops Frankincense oil
- 8 drops Lavender oil
- Water
Mix all ingredients (excluding water) and store in a small container or jar.
How to Use:
- Use 1 tsp at a time
- Mix with water to form a paste
- Massage paste into skin
- Rinse well
Moisturizing Mask
Moisturize and balance your skin with this honey infused face mask.
You will need:
- 1 tbsp raw or Manuka honey
- ½ a ripe avocado
Mix well in a small bowl. You may use a blender to get a smoother consistency.
How to Use:
- Spread mixture evenly over your face
- Let sit 15-20 minutes
- Use a warm, damp washcloth to remove the mask
DIY Toner
This DIY toner is free off harsh ingredients and designed to naturally balance your skin’s pH.
You will need:
- Filtered water
- Raw apple cider vinegar
- Lavender oil
For normal to dry skin: Mix 1 part vinegar to 2 parts filtered water with 5-10 drops of oil per 2oz of mixture.
For oily/acne-prone skin: Mix 1 part vinegar to 1 part water with 5-10 drops of oil per 2 oz of mixture.
Store in a glass container at room temp.
How to Use:
- Dampen a cotton ball or pad with the toner
- Apply to face twice daily
- Do not rinse
Lip Balm
Treat your lips to natural ingredients and moisture.
You will need:
- 10 drops Lemon oil
- 1 tbsp Almond oil
- 2tbsp Coconut oil
- 1.5 tbsp organic cosmetic-grade beeswax
- Lip balm tubes or containers
Use a double boiler on low heat to melt beeswax, almond oil, and coconut oil together. Remove from heat and add lemon oil. Fill containers and allow to cool for a few hours. Apply and enjoy!
Facial Serum
This recipe is perfect for all skin types, including mature skin.
You will need:
- 1 oz Rosehip seed oil
- 5 drops Frankincense oil
- 5 drops Myrrh oil
- 5 drops Lavender oil
- 2 drops Rose or Geranium oil
In a 1oz glass dropper bottle, combine all oils (excluding Rosehip) and then fill the remaining with Rosehip oil.
How to Use:
- Apply to clean skin
- Target problem areas around nose, mouth, etc.
- Use morning and night, do not rinse