We all like to give ourselves some tlc, as we all deserve this. Giving us a break from the stresses of day to day life. Which is why I am looking at easy homemade beauty products. That are also eco-friendly. You will probably have most of these sitting in your home already.
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For The Face
Honey and Lemon Face Mask:
- Mix 2 tablespoons of honey with 1 tablespoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice.
- Apply the mixture to your face and leave it on for 15-20 minutes before rinsing off with warm water.
- The mask can help brighten and moisturise the skin.
Brown Sugar and Olive Oil Scrub:
- Mix 1/2 cup of brown sugar with 1/4 cup of olive oil to create a gentle exfoliating scrub for your body.
- Use it in the shower, massaging it onto damp skin in circular motions, then rinse off.
Cucumber and Aloe Vera Eye Gel:
- Blend cucumber slices with aloe vera gel and store the mixture in the refrigerator.
- Apply a small amount around your eyes to reduce puffiness and refresh the skin.
Green Tea Toner:
- Brew a cup of green tea and let it cool.
- Use a cotton ball to apply the cooled green tea to your face as a toner.
- Green tea has antioxidants that can help soothe and revitalise your skin
Yogurt and Oatmeal Face Mask:
- Mix 2 tablespoons of plain yogurt with 1 tablespoon of ground oatmeal.
- Apply the mixture to your face and leave it on for 15-20 minutes before rinsing.
- The mask can help with gentle exfoliation and moisturisation.
Teeth
Lemon and Baking Soda Teeth Whitener:
- Mix a teaspoon of baking soda with a few drops of lemon juice to form a paste.
- Gently brush your teeth with the mixture for a minute and then rinse thoroughly.
- Note: Be cautious with this method, as excessive use may erode tooth enamel.
For Your Hair
Coconut Oil Hair Treatment:
- Warm up some coconut oil and massage it into your hair and scalp.
- Leave it on for at least 30 minutes (or overnight) before shampooing.
- Coconut oil can help nourish and condition your hair, leaving it soft and shiny.
Avocado and Banana Hair Mask:
- Mash 1 ripe avocado with 1 ripe banana and apply the mixture to your hair.
- Let it sit for 30 minutes before rinsing.
- Th3 mask can help moisturise and nourish your hair.
Remember to do a patch test before using any homemade beauty product to check for any allergic reactions. Also, individual results may vary, so if you have specific skin or hair concerns, consult with a dermatologist or a professional before trying these homemade remedies.
Do you have any homemade beauty treatments you would like to share.
I remember buying a book with recipes for homemade skin and hair care products. A couple worked really well and we were pleased that there were no plastic containers to recycle.
We do love making our own when we get a chance
Oh wow I didn’t know you could make your own face mask like this! Thank you for sharing all these different beauty products – I have a lot of the supplies.
It is great making your own products and having some you time
So many great products! I can’t wait to try some of them!
You will have to let me know how you got on
Thank you for these recipes. I always love natural options but especially when my young niece wants to join in on a “spa” day.
Perfect for the younger ones to enjoy a spa day
Such a great idea to make beauty products. I have so many of these ingredients at home already. It would also be a fun activity to do with my daughter.
I made them with my daughter and we had such a laugh
Bravo to the DIY beauty products! They are so effective and eco-friendly, too.
Thank you and fun to make
Your easy homemade beauty product guide is a gem! Love how you’ve combined self-care with eco-friendliness. The variety of recipes for face, teeth, and hair treatments is fantastic. Plus, the use of common household items makes it so convenient. Thanks for these rejuvenating ideas!
Thank you, homemade is always nicer so why not include beauty products in that
These DIY skincare recipes sound amazing and all-natural! 🍯🍋 The Honey and Lemon Face Mask seems like a perfect combination for a fresh and moisturized complexion, and the Brown Sugar and Olive Oil Scrub is a great idea for a gentle exfoliating treat. Love how these simple ingredients can bring a spa-like experience right at home. Can’t wait to give them a try for some much-needed self-care!
You will have to let me know how you got on, I did love the exfoliator
The scrub and the hair masks sound quite lovely, I will have to try making them sometime!
You will have to let me know how you got on
These are all great homemade products! Once in a while, I use coconut oil on my hair, this is really great bringing back life to my dull hair!
I do love coconut oil and how versatile it is
Oh the teeth whitener looks interesting, I need to give that a try. I have so many beauty bits in my cupboard to use, but once I’ve used them up I’d love to try making some of my own x
I go through beauty products a lot quicker now as C uses them
It is nice to make homemade, natural products for beauty purposes. I always like simple ingredients and knowing exactly what I am putting on my skin.
I am the same
I love that this is a homemade product, this is awesome…I can’t wait to make the hair product…Will also do the other ones as well.
You will have to let me know how you got on
I need to get over the feeling of putting food on my hair and face and leaving it there for 15 minutes. It’s just against everything I do and believe in. I’m always the one holding a napkin whilst I’m eating as I hate having food on my face and I apply that to my children as well. So the idea of putting avocado and banana in my hair is quite a hard thing to process as I can imagine feeling quite irritable even though I know I will wash it off soon, haha.
I am the same with food on my face, but seem to be ok with doing this
The eye gel sounds refreshing
I’m going to give the Cucumber and Aloe Vera Eye Gel a try!
You will have to let me know how you got on with it
I’m gonna try the face mask
I do love face masks
These are some great ideas – homemade is always the best!
I hope you find them helpful
Lots of great easy ideas!
I think homemade beauty products are so much kinder to your skin
love the coconut oil hair mask – will try the face masks too
You will have to let me know how you got on with them
Great ideas in this post, love the idea of using natural products and making them into beauty aids. Cucumber and Aloe Vera Gel is the first one I would try
I love beauty products and making my own is something new to me