Top 10 DIY Natural Beauty Products to Make at Home, Expert Formulas

Ingredients:

• Beeswax: 6g
• Castor oil: 5g
• Jojoba oil: 11g
• Tea tree essential oil: 1g
• A small amount of non-toxic green pigment, zinc oxide
• Empty lipstick tube, glass container, stirring spoon...

Instructions:

• Melt the beeswax and jojoba oil over low heat for about 3-5 minutes.
• Mix the green pigment and zinc oxide with the castor oil.
• Once the beeswax and jojoba oil have melted, add the tea tree oil and the color mixture. Stir well.
• Pour into mold.

Ingredients:

• 70ml distilled water
• 15ml olive oil
• 5g shea butter
• 3g cetyl alcohol (a safe fatty alcohol used to thicken products)
• 5g emulsifying wax (small round wax pellets that help blend oil and water to prevent separation)
• 1ml essential oil or fragrance of choice
• 1ml preservative (Optiphen Plus)

Instructions:

• Heat the distilled water in a double boiler to about 70°C.
• In a separate pot, heat the olive oil, shea butter, cetyl alcohol, and emulsifying wax to 70°C.
• Once the water reaches 70°C, recheck the amount of water to ensure it's still 70ml (to prevent evaporation). Pour the water into the pot with the oil mixture.
• Use a hand mixer to whisk the mixture until the temperature drops to 45°C.
• Add essential oils and preservative, continuing to mix until the lotion cools and becomes smooth.
• After 1-2 hours, the lotion will cool to room temperature. Store it in an airtight container and use.

Shelf life: 1 year. Suitable for both face and body, apply once before bed.

Green Tea + Cucumber Toner:

• 50ml green tea (can use fresh or dried tea, but if using dried tea, dilute it to avoid skin discoloration)
• 50ml cucumber juice
• 2 vitamin E capsules
• 3 drops lavender essential oil

Apple Cider Vinegar Toner:

• 50ml apple cider vinegar, available at supermarkets
• 150ml distilled water (boiled or spring water is fine)

Apple Cider Vinegar + Green Tea Toner: Mix green tea and apple cider vinegar in a 1:1 ratio

Basic Rose Water Toner:

• 125ml distilled water or spring water
• 75g dried rose petals (the kind sold for making tea, or 150g fresh rose petals; make sure to soak fresh petals in salted water beforehand)
• Sanitize the pot with 90% alcohol to extend the toner’s shelf life. Add rose petals and water into the pot, cover, and simmer on low heat for about 30 minutes. Be sure to keep the lid on to preserve the essential oils.

If you don’t like rose water, you can substitute with other flowers like lavender or chamomile.

Note: Always cleanse your face with a facial cleanser to remove dirt before using toner for better results.

Shampoo for Shiny, Smooth Hair and Dandruff Treatment:

• Mix 1 cup of apple cider vinegar with 1 cup of water. Apply evenly to your hair, gently massage for 10 minutes, then rinse with warm water. This simple treatment leaves your hair feeling soft and fresh. After drying, you'll notice a shiny texture that is much different from regular shampoo. This method is perfect for those with oily hair or greasy buildup.

Promote Hair Growth and Reduce Hair Loss:

• Mix 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar with 1 tablespoon of royal jelly. Apply directly to the scalp, focusing on areas where hair falls out most. Leave on for 10 minutes, then rinse with warm water. Repeat 3 times a week for optimal results. Alternatively, you can mix beer and apple cider vinegar in a 1:1 ratio if royal jelly isn't available.

Note: You may notice a strong vinegar smell during the treatment, but it will dissipate once your hair dries. For quicker hair growth, try massaging coconut oil into your scalp along with the vinegar treatment.

Carrot oil is rich in antioxidants that help prevent and repair skin damage caused by the sun, smoke, and poor nutrition. It contains nutrients such as beta-carotene, vitamins A and E, and provitamin A, making it perfect for nourishing dry or aging skin, treating dark spots, freckles, and even reducing the appearance of wrinkles. Carrot oil also has a natural SPF of 38-40, so it can be used as a sunscreen.

There are two methods to make carrot oil: hot and cold. Here's how you can do it:

Hot Method:

• Faster but may lose some nutrients compared to the cold method.
• Slice the carrots thinly into strips.
• Simmer the carrots with olive oil or coconut oil of your choice until the oil turns orange from the carrots. Turn off the heat and keep the pot covered.
• Strain the carrot pieces and store the oil in a dark bottle to use as a skin serum.

Cold Method:

• Slower but preserves more nutrients.
• Slice the carrots into strips.
• Dry the slices.
• Soak them in a dark bottle with olive oil or coconut oil for 2 weeks, shaking the bottle daily.
• After 2 weeks, use the oil as a skin serum.

Carrot Face Mask:

• Wash and boil the carrots until soft.
• Peel and mash the carrots.
• Mix with 1/2 teaspoon of honey and 1/2 teaspoon of olive oil.
• If you have dry skin, add 8 drops of lemon juice. For oily skin, add 1 teaspoon of lemon juice.
• Mix well until smooth, then apply to your face for 15 minutes, and rinse with warm water.

Note: If the mixture is too thick, you can add more olive oil. Test the mixture on a small area of skin first to ensure it suits your skin type.

Ingredients:

• 150g sugar
• 30g shea butter
• 25g cocoa butter
• 15ml coconut oil
• 15ml olive oil
• 10-20 drops of essential oil (optional)

Instructions:

• Place the butters in a bowl and melt them using a double boiler (ensure no steam enters the bowl), then mix in the oils.
• Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then add the essential oil of your choice until you achieve your desired fragrance. Stir in the sugar until fully combined.
• Pour the mixture into molds of your choice or an ice cube tray to form candy-like scrub cubes.
• Let the mixture set in a dry, cool place. After 24 hours, remove the scrub cubes from the molds and store them in an airtight jar for future use.

How to Use: After wetting your skin, rub the scrub cube over your body to exfoliate dead skin cells. Rinse with water to remove the sugar and dead skin, then pat dry with a clean towel.

Shelf Life: 6 months

Ingredients:

• 100g shea butter
• 50g mango butter
• 50g cocoa butter
• 5ml olive oil + 5ml coconut oil
• 5-20 drops of essential oil (optional)

Instructions:

• Heat the butters in the microwave until melted. Alternatively, use a double boiler (ensure to cover and prevent steam from entering the bowl). Once melted, add the coconut and olive oils, and stir well.
• Place the mixture in the refrigerator for 5-10 minutes. Then, use a hand mixer to whip the cream until soft, airy, and fluffy.

Note: This cream is 100% natural, so it won’t provide immediate whitening results like commercial whitening products. However, with consistent use, it will gently brighten and smooth the skin over time.

Shelf Life: 6 months if stored in the refrigerator.

This recipe features a blend of Vitamin E, coffee, jojoba oil, rosehip oil, cocoa butter, and other ingredients designed to reduce dark circles, puffiness, and even fade fine lines, rejuvenating the skin around the eyes.

Ingredients:

• 15ml coffee oil (recipe below)
• 7.5ml jojoba oil
• 7.5ml rosehip oil
• 22g shea butter
• 22g cocoa butter
• 0.5ml lavender essential oil
• 0.5ml chamomile essential oil
• 1 Vitamin E capsule

How to Make Coffee Oil: Add 3 tablespoons of ground coffee into a stainless steel or glass pot, then pour enough olive or coconut oil to cover the coffee. Simmer on low heat for 15 minutes. Strain the coffee oil and discard the grounds (which can be used for exfoliating).

How to Make the Cream:

• Melt the cocoa butter and shea butter together.
• Mix in the coffee oil, jojoba oil, and rosehip oil, then blend using a hand mixer (or stir manually if you don't have a mixer).
• Let the mixture cool to about 60°C, then add the lavender oil, chamomile oil, and Vitamin E. Stir well.
• Transfer the cream to a 100g jar and store in the fridge. Shelf life: 1 year.

This recipe is a perfect blend of Shea Butter and Aloe Vera Gel, known for their exceptional skin moisturizing properties.

Ingredients:

• 100g shea butter
• 50g aloe vera gel or 50ml fresh aloe vera juice
• 20ml coconut oil or olive oil
• 3-5 drops tea tree essential oil
• 5ml honey
• 1 Vitamin E capsule
• 1ml Optiphen Plus preservative

Instructions:

• Melt the shea butter and blend it with the remaining ingredients.
• Chill the mixture in the fridge for 5 minutes, then whip it until it becomes fluffy and smooth.
• Add the Optiphen Plus and transfer the cream into a storage jar.

Note:

• For optimal results, follow this skincare routine: CLEANSER => TONER => SERUM => MOISTURIZER.
• Shelf life: 6 months when stored in the refrigerator.

Ingredients:

• 30g oatmeal powder
• 30ml olive oil or coconut oil
• 3 drops of your preferred essential oil (optional). Mix all the ingredients into a thick paste, store in a jar or container, and use as a regular facial cleanser. This can be used daily.

Note:

• The oatmeal in this recipe has mild exfoliating properties.
• This recipe is suitable for all skin types. For oily skin, consider adding 5 drops of lemon juice.
• Shelf life: 2 weeks when stored in the fridge.