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5 DIY Face Wash Recipes for All Skin Types

These 5 DIY face wash recipes are simple to make and are all-natural. Choose the recipe that is right for your skin to make a custom face wash that will cleanse and protect. diy face wash ingredients in white bowl.

Looking through all the different face wash options at the store can be overwhelming!  One for dry skin, oily skin, acne-prone skin, scrubs, cleansers, different colors, and scents.  Where do you start? Did you know that you can make your own face wash with a few ingredients you probably have in your pantry? And these work! Today I am sharing 5 DIY face wash recipes for all skin types.

All of these recipes are simple to make using all-natural ingredients.

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DIY FACE WASH RECIPE FOR SENSITIVE SKIN Homemade face wash in small mason jar with essential oil bottle.

INGREDIENTS

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Mix all the ingredients in a bowl until well combined.
  2. Transfer to an airtight container for storage.
  3. Massage a dime-size amount of the cleanser into the face and rinse off with warm water.

Click here to check out my recipe for natural body wash. 

DIY FACE WASH RECIPE FOR OILY SKIN 

INGREDIENTS

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Pour the ingredients into a foaming soap container.
  2. Shake well before each use.

DIY FACE WASH RECIPE FOR DRY SKIN 

INGREDIENTS

  • 1/2 cup organic sugar
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 4 drops myrrh essential oil (Get essential oils here.)
  • 3 drops lavender essential oil
  • 2 drops sandalwood essential oil

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Mix all the ingredients in a small mixing bowl.
  2. Store in an airtight container.
  3. Use a dime-size amount per face washing.  Massage into the face and rinse off with warm water.

Click here to see my homemade sugar scrub bar recipe. 

DIY FACE WASH RECIPE FOR ACNE PRONE SKIN Homemade face wash with ingredients in background on white table.

INGREDIENTS

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Mix all the ingredients in a small mixing bowl.
  2. Transfer to an airtight container for storage.
  3. Dab a cotton ball or cotton cloth into the mixture and rub it onto the face.  Let it sit for 30 seconds and then rinse off.
  4. Apple cider vinegar can dry out the skin, so use this one only when having a breakout.

DIY FACE WASH RECIPE FOR ANTI-AGING SKIN

INGREDIENTS

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Mix all the ingredients in a small mixing bowl.
  2. Store in an airtight container.
  3. Use a dime-size amount per face washing.  Massage into the face and rinse off with warm water.

Click here to see my natural daily skincare routine.

WHY DIY FACE WASH? Homemade face wash in glass mason jar with honey stick and lavender.

If you have been around the blog long, you know I am a big fan of making my own homemade products to cut down on chemicals in my home. I find that making my own is the best option and can save you money!

Unfortunately, most conventional face washes you find at the store are loaded with toxins and chemicals you won’t want in your home or touching your skin.  Here are a few of the many chemicals that can be found in conventional face cleaners:

PARABENS

Parabens are a group of compounds used as a preservative to prevent bacteria and mold from growing in most face washes, cosmetics, and personal products.  It sounds like a good thing, but they also have some major drawbacks.  They mimic estrogen and cause hormone imbalances.  Parabens are found in 99% of breast cancer tumors!

SYNTHETIC COLORS AND FRAGRANCE

Artificial colors, dyes, and fragrances can cause allergic reactions, contain hormone disturbers, carcinogens, and linked to damage sperm. Some dyes, like red40, are banned in other countries.  Use your essential oils instead of fragrance for a natural alternative and their health benefits.

TRICLOSAN

Triclosan is an antibacterial agent and preservative found in personal care and home cleaning products. It is a hormone disruptor; and can irritate the skin, lungs, and eyes.  It is especially dangerous for the thyroid.  Because of its antibacterial properties, it can also be damaging for our gut flora and pose a problem with the good and bad bacteria balance in our bodies.

Have you ever made your own face wash, scrub, or toner?  What ingredients did you use and what were your results?  I love hearing from you!

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PIN IT FOR LATER Learn how to make face wash with 3 simple ingredients.

DIY Face Wash

Learn how to make an all natural face wash for sensitive skin using coconut oil, honey, and lavender essential oil.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons coconut oil (warmed, not melted)
  • 2 teaspoons raw honey
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 4 drops lavender essential oil

Instructions

  1. Mix all the ingredients in a bowl until well combined.
  2. Transfer to an airtight container for storage.
  3. Massage a dime-size amount of the cleanser into the face and rinse off with warm water.
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  1. folorentorium says

    Perfectly composed content material, appreciate it for entropy. “Life is God’s novel. Let him write it.” by Isaac Bashevis Singer.

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  2. dd7 says

    Thanks for sharing. I tried the acne proned skin, is there a specific order to mix the ingredients? I asked because the mixture I got was partly liquid and partly emulsified but they didn’t mix. Is it supposed to be like that? Thanks again.

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    • lauraascher says

      Yes it will do this because of the pH levels. You can just stir it before each use or if you prefer you can leave out the castile soap and use the essential oil and vinegar first and then wash with the castile soap second.

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    • lauraascher says

      Because of the coconut oil it depends on the temperature in your house if this one will be solid or liquid. If it solidifies then it wouldn’t come out of a pump bottle so I would suggest doing it in a different container.

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  4. Angie Mtz says

    I tried the face wash for sensitive skin and it’s just amazing! My skin gets so clean, soft and hidrated all at the same time, and smell so good. Thank you so much Laura, I love your blog and videos ❤️

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  5. Renee says

    Hi Laura,

    Great post! I love that all the ingredients are simple but I know they all make a major difference to your skin! I’ll definitely be sharing!

    Your face wash for dry skin excited me! I’ve never thought to use sugar in a face wash. So can you use this as often as you would any other cleanser?

    Thanks!

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  10. Mariah says

    I’m excited to try the face wash for acne prone skin! What would you recommend using for a make-up remover?

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  12. Kaitlyn says

    Could I use different essential oils for the sensitive skin recipe?For example could I use chamomile? I’m not sure about like orange, but I know I love the orange scent. So I’m curious if I could substitute the lavender with either of those? As long as it doesn’t react bad to my skin

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  13. Sarah says

    I absolutely love your recipes. I’ve made the sensitive skin one twice now and it has worked wonders. I would like to make one for dry skin. Would it be possible to replace the olive oil with jojoba and sweet almond oil?

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  14. swetha says

    Hi Laura,
    My face dries out when i wash my face, but after applying moisturizer i feel as if i have not washed my face even when i use a very little amount of moisturizer.

    Could you please suggest what face care I could follow.

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    • Laura says

      Yes! I have 3 different ones on my blog, search deodorant in the search bar and they will pop up!

      Reply

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