All Natural Beauty Care You Can Make at Home

Every woman has, at one point, found herself exasperated and frustrated, standing in the cosmetics aisle reading the backs of products, comparing products, and of course, the price tag. Even if you have been buying the same beauty products by the same company, supplies run out very often and with the hectic schedules women keep every day, the situation where you find yourself stepping out of the shower in the morning, going to reach for your face cleanser and suddenly, you find that you’re out. And there you are, wishing you had noticed your supplies were running out.

Few women know that you can make all natural beauty products at home and for a lot less than you pay for your regular products. Here are some of the easiest products to make–You won’t know how you’ve managed without them.

Aloe Vera Facial Cleanser

For dry skin types.

You will need:

• 30ml (1 fl. oz.) aloe vera gel
• 50ml (1/5 cup) olive oil
• 30ml (1 fl. oz.) rosewater
• 4 drops rose essential oil
• 2 drops grapefruit seed extract

Blend all the ingredients together in a food processor and decant into a small bottle. Ideally, keep in the fridge. Shake before use, as the ingredients may separate. Massage into your face and remove with either a muslin cloth or water.

Chamomile and Oatmeal Facial Scrub

For normal to oily skin types.

You will need:

• 1/4 cup chamomile tea (brewed, cooled to room temperature)
• 1/4 cup oatmeal (lightly ground)
• 2 tbsp honey
• 2 drops of almond oil

Combine the ingredients. Rub over your face and neck gently but still with enough pressure to exfoliate the skin. For deep cleansing, leave the scrub onto create a mask, or simply wash off with warm water and pat dry.

Rich Avocado Facial

For dry skin types.

You will need:

• 1 tbsp ripe avocado, mashed
• 1 tsp honey
• 3 drops cider vinegar
• A little sesame oil

Mix the first three ingredients and add enough sesame oil to create a spreadable consistency. Smear on with clean hands, leave on for five to ten minutes, then rinse off with warm water and pat skin dry. If desired, finish off with a light application of rosewater (spritz on and gently pat in or apply it with a cotton pad) to tone, then apply moisturizer.

Honey Lip Scrub

For dry, flaky lips.

You will need:

• 1 tsp of olive oil
• 1 tsp of honey
• 2 tsp of white granulated sugar
• A dash of lemon juice

Mix these ingredients together to make a sugary paste. Use your finger or a toothbrush to gently sweep the mixture back and forth on your lips.

Hand and Foot Sugar Scrub

For all skin types.

You will need:

• 2 tbsp light olive oil (not extra virgin, which can get sticky) or grapeseed oil
• 2 tbsp granulated sugar

Rub this emollient mixture into hands and feet, focusing on any hardened, calloused areas. Rinse under warm running water and pay dry.

Lavender Bath

For sensitive skin types.

You will need:

• 1 cup dried lavender flowers (pick up at your local floral shop!)
• 2 cups oatmeal
• 1/2 cup baking soda

Place the ingredients inside a food processor or blender. Grind into a smooth, fine powder. The powder should have the consistency of whole-grain flour. Pour into a clean, airtight container or resealable plastic bag. To use, pour 1/2 cup into your bath as you fill the tub or a soothing end of the day treat.

Cucumber Honey Toner

For all skin types.

You will need:

• 1 medium cucumber
• 2 tsp honey

Peel and cut up cucumber, then puree the pieces in a blender. Line a sieve with cheesecloth and set the sieve over a glass bowl or measuring cup. Pour the cucumber puree through the sieve and let it stand for 15 minutes for the juices to drop into the bowl. Pour the clear juice into a clean bottle and add honey.

To use, shake the bottle and saturate a cotton pad with the lotion. Sweep over face, neck, and chest morning and night, and let it air dry. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Tropical Eye Cream

For dry skin types.

You will need:

• 2 tbsp grated cocoa butter
• 3 tbsp coconut oil

Mix ingredients together in an oven-proof container. Heat gently in microwave or in a water bath. Pour the melted mixture into a small clean container and allow it to cool completely.

To use, apply nightly under your eyes.