Making your own skincare may seem daunting, but it isn't as hard as you might think. In fact, with just 5-ingredients, you can replace your entire skincare routine with homemade products using natural skin care ingredients. When I look at a DIY recipe or even a food recipe, for that matter, if I see a long list of ingredients, I generally tend to shy away from it. I don't want to go out and buy a bunch of ingredients that I am only going to use a little bit of, and the rest of it's … [Read more...]
How to Get Rid of Cradle Cap with Coconut Oil
Cradle cap is very common in babies and can be hard to get rid of. Find out how you can use coconut oil to get rid of cradle cap for your baby. So far, out of my 5 children, all 5 of them have experienced cradle cap at one time or another. Cradle cap can be very annoying and essentially looks like dandruff in their hair. Though it isn't usually harmful in any way, moms want to get rid of it. I remember when my first child got cradle cap, I was worried and very bothered by it. Fast … [Read more...]
All-Natural Foot Balm Stick
This super easy all-natural foot balm is made with jojoba oil, shea butter, beeswax, vitamin E oil, and essential oils to help with cracked heels and dry skin. The hands and feet are the most susceptible to dry skin. I use a hand mask in the winter to help alleviate the dry cracking skin on my hands. Up until now, though, I have done very little to moisturize my feet. I don't know about you, but the bottom of my feet can get pretty dry and the skin on my heels tends to crack probably … [Read more...]
Soothing Lotion Bars for Joints
These soothing lotion bars help to relieve joint and muscle discomforts. Made with all-natural ingredients and pure essential oils, these DIY lotion bars are great for the skin. If you are looking for a soothing lotion bar for a pre or post work out, look no further! These bars are just the thing you need to relieve joint and muscle discomforts naturally. Made with soothing essential oils, they can help relax the muscles and give your body a nice cooling effect. Plus, they will leave … [Read more...]
Homemade Sweet Strawberry Chapstick
This sweet strawberry homemade chapstick is made with simple, all-natural ingredients to protect your lips from the weather, keep the lips hydrated and soften the skin. Making your own chapstick is super easy to do and very cost-effective. Just pennies per tube. I have been making my own lip balm with essential oils for a long time and recently decided to make a strawberry flavor one. Did I ever mention I have an 8-year-old daughter? She is obsessed with chapstick, nail polish, and … [Read more...]
5-All-Natural Nail Polish Removers
Removing nail polish naturally is made easy with these all-natural nail polish remover recipes and hacks. My daughter loves to have what we call "in-home spa nights." These usually include a bubble bath, painting nails, and lots of lotion. If not done right, spa night can also include a lot of toxins entering her little body. I don't particularly like that most conventional products from the store are made with such harsh ingredients, but super thankful that making your own is quite … [Read more...]
Goat Milk Lotion Recipe
This easy goat milk lotion recipe is amazing for the skin, super moisturizing, and creamy. Made with raw goat's milk, shea butter, and coconut oil, this lotion is great for all skin types. My sister recently added a few goats to their little homestead and started milking them. The milk makes delicious smoothies, homemade kefir and can be enjoyed with a plate of cookies. I was able to confiscate a jar to experiment with making goat milk soap and a goat milk lotion recipe. The results … [Read more...]
How to Remove Dry Cracked Skin From Feet
Ever wonder why the bottoms of your feet are always dry and cracking? Or maybe the better question; what is the best way to rid the feet of that dry cracking skin? Well, learn everything you need to when it comes to foot care right here. Sometimes our feet need a little extra love and with these tips, you can learn how to get rid of cracked skin on your feet without any chemicals. Each of these recipes can be done easily at home and will give quick results. Whether it is from dry, … [Read more...]
Homemade Body Butter for Glowing Skin
This homemade body butter will leave your skin glowing, smooth and moisturized while restoring dry, damaged skin. Homemade body butter for glowing skin can be made with a few nourishing ingredients, including purifying essential oils and coconut oil. Using this body butter daily will hydrate dry skin and leave it glowing. Making your skincare products is much easier than you may think. You do not need special equipment or crazy ingredients to make things like body butter, face masks, … [Read more...]
Homemade Rose Clay Face Mask
This homemade rose clay face mask is very hydrating for the skin, all while detoxifying and tightening the pores. Rose clay benefits the skin in so many ways; it is a must to add this face mask into your skincare routine. Learn how to make a rose clay face mask with this simple DIY recipe. Rose clay is beneficial for almost all skin types. It gently cleanses and exfoliates the skin leaving your face healthy, fresh and rejuvenated. I have always enjoyed making my own face masks at home; … [Read more...]
DIY Anti-Aging Face Cream
Anti-aging face cream helps reduce signs of aging, wrinkles, fine lines, and age spots. With only 4-ingredients, this homemade face cream is a painless, straightforward recipe to whip up. And it's budget-friendly. Making your own DIY anti-aging face cream is one of the most effective ways to give your skin that youthful glow. We will be using all-natural ingredients like coconut oil, shea butter, and essential oils for this easy face cream recipe. As I approached age 30, I decided it … [Read more...]
All Natural DIY Foundation Recipe for a Flawless Finish
Making your own all-natural foundation is easier than you think! By making the switch, you will save time, money and cut down on harmful ingredients found in beauty products. Foundation can be made with just a few ingredients, most of which can be found right in your pantry. Cinnamon, cocoa powder, or arrowroot powder can be used to make the perfect skin color match in your homemade face powder. I started making my own face wash and face moisturizers years ago to cut down on toxins … [Read more...]
DIY Lip Gloss
Have you ever wondered how to make lip gloss at home? Learn how to make natural lip gloss with only 4-ingredients! This easy recipe is made with all-natural ingredients, is soothing to dry lips, and only costs pennies per tube to make. DIY lip gloss is so fun to make and can be customized any way you want. The main ingredients needed to make lip gloss at home are olive oil, coconut oil, mango butter, and beeswax. I recommend taking it a step further by adding in color as well as … [Read more...]
Homemade Shea Butter Lotion
Lotion is so easy to make and much healthier for your skin. This homemade shea butter lotion recipe is non-greasy, cost-efficient, and extremely moisturizing for dry skin. With just a few ingredients, you can whip up this simple shea butter lotion in no time. Shea butter lotion has so many great benefits for the skin and will only cost a few cents per each use. Making your own organic skincare is definitely the most cost-efficient option. And of course, you will know it is made with the … [Read more...]
Essential Oils for Acne Scars
Several essential oils can be used to promote clear, healthy skin, reduce skin imperfections and scars. Essential oils for acne scars can come in handy if you have blemishes on your face that you are trying to remove. Essential oils for acne scars can reduce skin imperfections and promote healthy skin when used topically. It is important to dilute essential oils properly before applying them to the skin. Making a roller bottle out of the oils for acne is one of the best ways to apply … [Read more...]
Homemade Whipped Mango Body Butter
This homemade whipped mango body butter will quickly become your favorite lotion. It leaves the skin silky smooth, moisturized, and can heal dry, cracked skin. I love making my own natural skincare and this whipped mango butter is one of my favorites. It is made with all-natural ingredients that will keep your skin silky smooth. Mango body butter lotion has a natural source of vitamins A, C, and E. Lathering up in this body butter will help tighten the skin as well as moisturize dry, … [Read more...]
Homemade Stretch Mark Cream
Learn how to get rid of stretch marks naturally with moisturizing mango butter, cocoa butter, and essential oils. As an all-natural cream, it is one of the best home remedies for stretch marks. I am currently 25 weeks pregnant with my precious baby! I use this homemade stretch mark cream to keep my growing and stretching skin moisturized. Made with nourishing ingredients and collagen-producing essential oils, this DIY stretch mark cream is the best home remedy for stretch marks. I love … [Read more...]
Homemade Natural Eye Cream
Learn how to make a homemade natural eye cream to reduce wrinkles, puffiness, dark circles, and tighten skin. DIY eye cream works wonders when applied under the eyes to help with wrinkles, fine lines, and dark circles. It can help tighten skin and reduce puffiness; essentially, it works as an anti-aging face lotion. As we age, our bodies produce less collagen. Along with stress and lack of sleep, we can get dark circles and puffiness under the eyes. If you are looking for the best … [Read more...]
Homemade Deodorant without Baking Soda
Making your own deodorant can be a great option for sensitive skin. This homemade deodorant is made with all-natural ingredients, scented with essential oils and without baking soda, making it the ultimate deodorant for sensitive skin. Homemade deodorant is simple to make and only requires a few ingredients. It is very soothing for the skin and works great for both women and men. Scented with essential oils, you can customize it just the way you want. Deodorants can be loaded with … [Read more...]
Homemade Burn Salve
This homemade burn salve is the perfect DIY burn ointment for minor burns to help with the healing and keep the skin from scarring. Made with all-natural ingredients, this salve is great to have on hand for life's little emergencies. Have you ever wondered what to put on burns? Or how to heal burns quickly? This homemade burn salve is just the thing! It is made with soothing essential oils, coconut oil, and vitamin E oil to help heal and reduce signs of scarring. As careful as we … [Read more...]