Skincare DIY

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Natural Beauty Skincare Recipes

Want to go all natural? Download this selection of homemade skincare recipes* designed to enhance your beauty regimen and treat every type of skin. Learn how to use natural ingredients to create an array of organic beauty solutions: from cleansers and exfoliators to moisturizers, masks, sunscreens, and much more. Download Now

Below are a few recipes* from The Natural Beauty Skincare Deck.

Argan Makeup Remover

  • Combine 1 tbsp. of milk or plain yogurt with a few drops of organ oil.
  • Apply to skin using a circular motion to remove makeup.
  • Rinse well.

Strawberry Astringent Mask

  • In a bowl, mix 3 strawberries with 1/2 tbsp. of sour cream (if dry skin) or 1/2 tbsp. of raw honey (if oily/combination skin)
  • Apply to skin, avoiding the eye area.
  • Leave on for 30 minutes.
  • Rinse off with lukewarm water.
  • Splash cold water on your face to tighten the pores.

Cucumber Toner

  • Simmer 1/2 cucumber (diced and peeled) in 2 cups of water on low medium heat for 30 min.
  • Strain and pour into a glass jar.
  • Apply with a cotton ball
  • Use daily and keep 1 week in the fridge

Moisturizer for Mature Skin

  • In a one-once dropper, pour 1/3 oz. jojoba oil. Add 15 drops of rose hip seed oil and 15 drops of carrot seed oil.
  • Apply to face, avoid eye area.
  • Store 6-9 months in a cool, dark place.

Sunburn Remedies

  • Mash fresh watermelon until 2 tbsp. of juice is produced. Apply on the affected area and let sit for 10 minutes before rinsing off.
  • Or apply fresh aloe vera (or store bought) on the affected area and let dry.

Lip Balm

  • In a double boiler (or bain marie), melt 3.2 grams of beeswax with 1.5 tsp. of shea butter, 1 tsp. of calendula oil and 1 tsp. of sweet almond oil.
  • When all has melted, remove from heat and add 4 drops of vitamin E oil. mix well.
  • Using an eye dropper, transfer mixture to empty lipstick tubes
  • Wait for mixture to cool off and harden before using.

* Disclaimer: The recipes contained in this document might not be suitable for everyone and are for informational and entertainment purposes only. You are responsible to investigate any ingredient before committing to any treatment. If in doubt, always consult with your doctor before use. I am just sharing recipes that I liked, and I’m in no way a doctor.

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