Six DIY face products you can try today!

There’s nothing like treating your skin to some beautiful products filled with the goodness that will tighten, smooth, moisturise, exfoliate and refine. And luckily, there are some wonderful ways you can give your skin the best treatment from the comfort of your home!

Here are six of the best natural recipes (using ingredients found in the kitchen!) for at-home skincare. These are all designed for mature skin so it will leave you looking radiant.

1. DIY Face cream

Ingredients 

– 1/4 cup olive oil

– 1/4 cup coconut oil

– 1/4 cup sweet almond oil

– 1/2 tsp vitamin E oil

– 1/2 cup organic alo vera gel

– 1/16 cup beeswax pastilles

– 8-10 drops of essential oil (lavender or rose works well)

Jars for storage!

Method

STEP 1: Blend the oils (except essential oils) together in a stainless steel or glass saucepan, and warm on very low heat; the oils should be warmed through, but not be allowed to really heat up.

STEP 2: In another saucepan, also on low heat, heat the wax pastilles until they’ve melted completely.

STEP 3: Fill a saucepan with water and bring to the boil. Place a heatproof bowl on top.

STEP 4: Take half of the warmed oil mixture and pour it into the pre-heated bowl. Add about 1/2 of the melted wax, and stir gently.

STEP 5: Mix the aloe vera gel and essential oils together in an electric mixing bowl.

STEP 6: Slowly pour the warmed oil and wax into the bowl with the aloe and oils. Mix as you go so it all combines and turns into a smooth cream.

STEP 7: Transfer into the jars and store in the refrigerator – it will last for at least 6 months!

2. Face-lift mask

Ingredients

– natural yoghurt

– freshly squeezed lemon juice

– 2 tsp egg white

Method

STEP 1: Mix all ingredients well in a bowl.

STEP 2: Paste over the face, neck and décolletage and leave on for at least 15 minutes.

STEP 3: Rinse with warm water and then splash your face with cool water.

3. Moisturising face mist

Ingredients

– Aloe vera oil

– Rose water

– Witch hazel

– Water that has been boiled and cooled

Method

STEP 1: Fill a spray bottle up half way with the cool water.

STEP 2: Add two tbs of witch hazel and rose water.

STEP 3: Add one tbs of aloe vera oil.

STEP 4: Top up with rose water until you reach your desired fragrance level!

4. Chocolate-mint lip balm

Ingredients

– 1 teaspoon coconut oil
– 1 teaspoon pure almond oil
– 1 teaspoon cocoa butter
– 3-4 drops pure vitamin E oil
– 1-2 drops pure peppermint extract
– 3-4 semisweet chocolate chips

Method

STEP 1: Place all ingredients in a small heat-safe bowl (glass or metal is good) and set aside.

STEP 2: Place a small saucepan with about 1 inch of water in it over medium-low heat, and heat until the water is steaming and simmering.

STEP 3: Set the bowl on top of the steaming pot of water, taking care that the bottom of the bowl doesn’t touch the water.

STEP 4: Using a small spoon or spatula, slowly melt the ingredients until they are melted and thoroughly combined. This should take about 5 minutes.

STEP 5: When the ingredients are combined and the mixture is smooth, pour the lip gloss into a sterilized small container and allow to cool to room temperature until solid, about 1 hour.

5. Micro Exfoliant

Ingredients

– 1/2 cup organic coconut oil, melted or very soft
– 1/4 cup baking soda

Method

STEP 1: Mix ingredients well, until thoroughly blended and creamy to frosting-like in appearance depending on how cold your coconut oil is. Coconut oil should be solidified.

STEP 2: Store at room temperature in a jar with a tight-fitting lid.

To use: gently wet skin with lukewarm water. Rub a small amount of the mixture onto skin in small circular motions. Rinse well with cold water and follow with a moisturiser.

6. Face wash

Ingredients

– 3/4 cup oatmeal

– 1 tbs honey

– 1/2 tbs dried lavender

Method

STEP 1: Mix all products together and use as a light facial scrub. Don’t scrub vigorously and instead use a pulling motion.

So there you go… Some fantastic face care products that keep you looking your best without paying big bucks! Tell us, do you have a favourite home remedy for face products? What is it?