OILS

Apricot Kernel Oil – 1 year

Apricot kernel oil is lightweight and high in linoleic and oleic acids. It’s conditioning and easily absorbed
into the skin. It produces small bubbles. We recommend using at 15% or less in your recipe. That way the
bars aren’t too soft and they last longer in the shower.

Argan Oil – 2 years

You’ll love argan oil in DIY skin and hair care products. It feels silky and moisturizing, and it’s packed with
vitamins E and A. It can be used in cold process up to 10%.

Avocado Oil – 1 year

Avocado oil makes a soft bar of soap and is generally used at 20% or less in cold process recipes. It’s rich
in vitamins A, B, D, and E. The high levels of fatty acids make it great for lotion, body butter, and
conditioner as well.

Avocado Butter – 3 years

Avocado butter is solid at room temperature. It’s derived from the fruit of the avocado tree and
hydrogenated. It has a creamy consistency that makes skin feel smooth and moisturized. You can use this
butter up to 12% in your cold process recipes. It also works well in lotion and body butter.

Babassu Oil – 2 years

Babassu, which comes from a native Brazilian palm tree, can be used in place of coconut or palm oil in
cold process soap. It adds the same firming and cleansing properties, and it can be added up to 33%.
However, babassu does have a lighter feeling on the skin and it absorbs quickly. We recommend giving
all three oils a try in small test batches to see what you think.

Beeswax (White & Yellow) – 3 years

Yellow beeswax is refined and not bleached, while white beeswax is refined and bleached naturally by
exposing it in thin layers to air, sunlight, and moisture. It can be used up to 8% in cold process recipes to
harden the bars. Your lye and oils need to be at 150°F or higher so the beeswax stays melted. It will
speed up trace.

Borage Oil – 3 years

This oil is one of the richest sources of essential fatty acids. One of those fatty acids is gamma-linolenic
acid, which helps nourish and hydrate the skin. It works well especially for those with sensitive or mature
skin. Try it in cold process up to 33%.

Canola Oil – 1 year

Canola oil is an affordable option for soap. It produces a balanced bar with creamy lather. It’s also a great
substitute for olive oil. You can use canola at 15-40% in cold process.

Carrot Seed Oil – 2 years

This oil has a silky texture that’s hard to beat. It’s lightweight and absorbs quickly, and it’s especially
suited for those with sensitive skin. It can be used in cold process soap at 5-15%.

Castor Oil – 2 years

This thick liquid is extracted from the castor bean plant. It draws moisture to the skin and creates
amazing lather in soap. We recommend using it at 2-5%. You can use it up to 25%, although more than
10% can make the bars soft and sticky.

Chia Seed Oil – 1 year

Chia seed oil is the perfect addition to handmade soap, body butter, conditioner, and cuticle oil. You’ll
love how lightweight and moisturizing it feels. The oil is also packed with fatty acids, protein, and
vitamins. It can be used in cold process around 10%.

Cocoa Butter Pastilles, Organic Cocoa Butter Wafers, Deodorized Cocoa Butter – 2 years
This butter is solid and hard at room temperature. It adds a luxurious and moisturizing feeling to cold
process soap. We recommend tempering it for the best results. Use cocoa butter at 15% or less in cold
process soaps – any higher can cause cracking in your final bars.

Coconut Oil – 18 months

This is one of the most common raw materials used in the soap and cosmetic industry. It comes in
several versions, including 76 and 92°F melting point oils – ours is 76°F. Both have the same SAP
value. Coconut oil is super cleansing and produces large bubbles in cold process. It’s so cleansing that it
can be drying. It can be used up to 33%, but we recommend using it around 15% if you have sensitive or
dry skin.

Coffee Butter – 2 years

This luscious and rich butter is perfect for lotion, body butter, and soap. It’s a blend of hydrogenated
vegetable oil and coffee seed oil, and it contains around 1% natural caffeine. It has a natural coffee scent
and a creamy feeling. The butter can be used up to 6% in cold process.

Coffee Seed Oil – 2 years

This thick and luxurious oil is extracted from freshly-roasted coffee beans. Try it in handmade soap,
lotion, balm, and bath bombs. It can be used in cold process up to 10%.

Cucumber Seed Oil – 2 years

Those with dry or mature skin will love this oil. It has excellent moisturizing properties, and when it’s
applied it feels lightweight and absorbs quickly. Try it in cold process up to 15%.

Emu Oil – 1 year

This is a medium-weight oil that helps keep the skin hydrated. Use it in cold process soap up to 13%.

Evening Primrose Oil – 1 year

This oil has a lightweight and moisturizing consistency that absorbs quickly into the skin. It can be used
up to 15% in cold process.

Flaxseed Oil – 6 months

Flaxseed oil is lightweight and a rich source of fatty acids. We love it in balm, body butter, and lotion. You
can also use it in cold process up to 5%.

Fractionated Coconut Oil – 3 years

Fractionated coconut oil contains only the medium triglycerides, which means it stays liquid. Compared
to coconut oil, it has a more lightweight feeling and it makes softer bars. It doesn’t have the same
cleansing or lathering properties. We love it in scrub, lotion, and body butter. You can use it up to 30% in
cold process.
Grapeseed Oil – 1 year
This oil leaves your skin feeling silky smooth. It has a lightweight and thin texture, and it’s high in
lineoleic acid and antioxidants. Try it in DIY lotion, massage oil, and body butter. It can be used up to 15%
in cold process.

Green Tea Seed Oil – 2 years

Pick up green tea seed oil today and try it in DIY soap, lotion, and conditioner. You’ll love the lightweight
and moisturizing consistency that absorbs quickly into the skin. It’s also rich in nutrients like vitamins A
and B. Add it to cold process up to 6%.

Hazelnut Fixed Oil – 3 months

This oil is low in fatty acids, so it slows down trace. That makes it great for intricate cold process designs.
It has a lightweight texture and it creates conditioning and small lather. Hazelnut oil is used at 20% or
less.

Hemp Seed Oil – 1 year

Hemp seed oil is an amazing source of fatty acids. They help keep the skin hydrated all day long. It also
creates excellent lather. Use up to 15% in cold process.

Jojoba Oil – 2 years

This product is actually a liquid wax that will contribute to a very stable and long-lasting bar of soap. We
recommend it at 10% or less in cold process. More than that can weigh down the lather.

Kokum Butter – 2 years

Pick up kokum butter today and add it to handmade soap and body butter. It has a lightweight and
moisturizing consistency that absorbs quickly. We recommend tempering it using the same method as
cocoa butter. It can be used in cold process at 10% or less.

Kukui Nut Oil – 2 years

This luxurious oil is a must-have for your collection. Kukui (koo-koo-ee) comes from Hawaii. It has a
lightweight and silky consistency that absorbs quickly into the skin. Try it in cold process up to 20%.

Lingonberry Seed Oil – 2 years

You’ll love the way this oil feels on the skin – it has a silky and lightweight texture. It’s also packed with
essential fatty acids and antioxidants. Try lingonberry seed oil in cold process at 5-15%.

Mango Butter – 2 years

This butter is extracted from the fruit kernels of the mango tree. It’s solid at room temperature but melts
on contact with the skin. We recommend tempering it for best results. It can be used up to 15% in cold
process.

Meadowfoam Oil – 1 year

This oil has a moisturizing and conditioning feel that’s similar to jojoba oil. It contributes to a creamy and
silky lather in soap. Originally developed as an alternative to sperm whale oil, this earth-friendly product
is generally used at 20% or less in cold process. We like using it around 10%.

Moringa Seed Oil – 2 years

Pick up moringa seed oil today and add it to cold process up to 15%. You’ll love how moisturizing it feels
on the skin. It has a lightweight and non-greasy consistency.
Neem Oil – 2 years
If you’ve ever worked with neem oil, there’s a good chance you remember the scent. Its distinct odor is
often described as musky or garlicky. Don’t let that scare you away though – there’s a reason neem has
been used on the skin for centuries. People love it because it’s incredibly moisturizing and full of
antioxidants. It can be used at 3-6% in cold process.

Oat Oil – 1 year

This oil absorbs quickly and leaves your skin feeling hydrated all day long. It’s rich in fatty acids,
antioxidants, and vitamin E. You’ll love oat oil’s lightweight and non-greasy texture in cold process soap.
It can be used at 5-15%.

Olive Oil (Pomace & Pure) – 2 years

This is a staple in cold process recipes. It’s a thick oil that moisturizes the skin and creates creamy lather.
Compared to pomace, pure olive oil creates softer bars and takes longer to trace. It can be used up to
100% in cold process.

Palm Oil – 1 year

Palm oil adds a unique feeling to cold process soap. It helps harden the bars and it creates lather when
paired with coconut oil. In cold process soap, the oil can be used up to 33%. Don’t forget to fully melt
and mix the palm oil before use, that way the fatty acids will distribute evenly. Our supplier is a member
of the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil – learn more about the organization here.

Palm Kernel Flakes – 1 year

This is a mixture of partially-hydrogenated palm kernel oil and soy lecithin, and it comes in flake form.
We only recommend it up to 15% in cold process soap – a higher percentage can make the bars too hard.
It will speed up trace, so be prepared to work fast. These flakes are also from an RSPO supplier.

Peach Kernel Oil – 1 year

This skin-loving pale yellow oil adds moisturizing properties and creates a stable lather in cold process
soap. We recommend it up to 25%. It’s a great substitute for sweet almond oil or grapeseed oil.

Peanut Oil – 1 year

This pale yellow oil is typically used as a substitute for olive oil or canola oil in cold process recipes. It can
be used up to 25%.

Raspberry Seed Oil – 2 years

Keep your skin feeling smooth with this oil. It’s packed with essential fatty acids. When applied, it feels
lightweight and absorbs quickly. Use it in cold process soap at 5-15%.

Red Palm Oil – 2 years

Add this oil to your cold process soap to create firm bars. It also adds a beautiful orange color. The oil can
be used up to 33%, but we recommend it around 15% because it can stain molds and the skin.

Rice Bran Oil – 2 years

You’ll love the way this oil feels in handmade soap. It’s rich in vitamin E and antioxidants, and it has a
thick and moisturizing consistency that’s similar to olive oil. It can be used up to 100% in cold process
soap, but the bar will be soft and have small lather. We recommend using rice bran oil around 20%.
Rosehip Seed Oil – 2 years
Those with dry or mature skin will love rosehip seed oil. It’s rich in vitamins A and C, and it feels
hydrating on the skin. It has a lightweight and non-greasy consistency. Try it in cold process around 10%.

Safflower Oil – 1 year

This mild and skin-loving oil is similar to canola oil or sunflower oil. It can be used up to 20% in cold
process soap.

Sesame Oil – 1 year

This light golden oil is high in antioxidants and fatty acids, which add moisturizing properties to soap. It’s
not the same as toasted sesame oil that’s typically used in Asian cuisine. It can be used up to 10% in cold
process recipes.

Shea Butter – 2 years

Shea butter feels luxurious and moisturizing on the skin. It helps harden cold process soap and it can be
used up to 15%. We recommend tempering it for the best results.

Soybean Oil – 3 months if refrigerated

Soybean oil has a creamy, stable, and conditioning lather. It produces a hard bar of soap when paired
with palm oil or coconut oil. It’s typically used at 50% or less in cold process recipes. We recommend a
usage rate of up to 15%.

Sunflower Oil – 6 months

Sunflower oil is rich in essential fatty acids and vitamin E, making it it one of the more cost-effective oils.
It produces a lather that is incredibly conditioning on the skin. It does have a slower absorption rate, so it
can feel slightly oily on the skin in leave-on recipes like balms and lotions. To help increase the shelf life
of this oil, be sure to keep it refrigerated. It can be used in cold process recipes up to 100%, but we
recommend 20% or less.

Sweet Almond Oil – 1 year

You need sweet almond oil in your collection. It’s full of fatty acids and it has a lightweight and
moisturizing consistency. You’ll love the way it feels in DIY soap, lotion, and scrub. It can be used up to
20% in cold process.

Tamanu Oil – 2 years

Tamanu oil has a lightweight and moisturizing consistency that absorbs quickly into the skin. It’s also
packed with essential fatty acids. It can be used up to 5% in cold process.

Walnut Oil – 3 months

This antioxidant-rich oil conditions and moisturizes the skin. It can be used up to 15% in cold process
soap.

Wheat Germ Oil – 1 year

When it comes to skincare, wheat germ oil has a lot to offer. It’s jam-packed with nutrients like vitamins
A, B, D, and E. Even though the oil is fairly heavy, it has a light and almost powdery feeling on the skin. It
can be used in cold process up to 10%.
DIY Oil Cleanser Ingredients:

• Rosehip Seed Oil is one of the most effective anti aging oils that can help erase fine lines as well
as fade the appearance of age and sun spots due to it’s high content of Vitamin A and C. Vitamin
C also helps encourage collagen rebuilding!

• Castor Oil is the cleansing oil in this DIY and helps remove impurities from the skin. It is also
known as a free radical scavenger!

• Shea Butter is a thick replenishing butter that can help renew collagen and is high in vitamins A
and E.

• Safflower Oil is highly moisturizing and also removes dirt and oil.

• Camelina Oil is HIGH in fatty acids and Vitamin E making it a very effective moisturizer as well as
a free radical fighter!

• Rhassoul Clay is higher in magnesium and other minerals then most clays and is said to give the
skin a glow all while pulling out impurities from the pores. Clay can be drying for aging/dry skin
types but rhassoul clay is gentle and perfect for exfoliation and detox.

• Beeswax helps to thicken up the cleanser making it more pliable. It also has anti inflammatory
and protecting properties.

• Lavender Essential Oil is antioxidant rich which protects the skin from aging from skin stressors
like UV rays and pollution. It is also very healing and reduces puffiness.

• Geranium Essential Oil is one of my favorite anti aging essential oils because it tightens facial skin
and slows down the signs of aging!

• Carrot Seed Essential Oil is great for rejuvenating skin cells encouraging new, healthy cells to
form.

Frequently asked questions

Q: Do I need to heat up my entire container of palm oil before I use it in my cold process recipe?
A: Yes, otherwise the fatty acids won’t distribute properly. That creates white bits or inconsistent results
in soap. Fully melt and mix well before each use.

Q: Do I need to heat up my entire container of coconut oil before I use it in my cold process recipe?
A: No, you can scoop it right into a container at room temperature.

Q: I’m out of palm oil – can I use palm kernel flakes instead?
A: No, palm oil and palm kernel flakes have different SAP values and they feel different in soap. Palm oil
hardens soap and creates lather with coconut oil. It can be used up to 33%. Palm kernel oil creates a
hard bar and is recommend up to 15%.
Q: How can I tell if my oil or butter is rancid?
A: There is a noticeable change in either the color, consistency, or odor of the oils and your butters may
start to develop mold or dark spots. We recommend writing down the date you receive the oil, that way
you know when it’s expired.

Q: What happens if I used rancid oil or butter in soap?

A: It can develop dreaded orange spots. They cause discoloration and the bars may develop an
unpleasant scent.

Q: What happens if I used a large amount of olive oil in my recipe?

A: A 100% olive oil soap, also known as Castile soap, creates gentle and luxurious bars, but it requires
some patience. It will take longer to harden than other recipes – up to 6 months. Some makers
developed a taste for “Bastile bars,” which are made with a high percentage of olive oil and harder oils to
help speed up the hardening process. You can also add sodium lactate or use a water discount.

Q: Help! I’m out of sweet almond oil, can I just put in avocado oil?
A: Yes, but you’ll need to run your recipe through the Lye Calculator again.

Q: What is a SAP Value?

A: A saponfication (SAP) value is the amount of lye needed to completely saponify 1 gram of an oil or
butter (see the Beginner's Guide to Soap Making: Cold Process for an explanation of saponification). For
example, the SAP value of canola oil is .132, which means it takes .132 grams of lye to turn 1 gram of
canola oil into soap. The Lye Calculator automatically calculates the SAP value for you.
How to Substitute Oil in Cold Process Recipes

Choosing the oils and butters you want in your recipe is a fun and personal process. Each one creates a
slightly different bar. If you want to add something new to your batch, this article can help. Learn how to
substitute oils below, and find soap making supplies here.

Oil properties

There are a few factors to consider before swapping an oil. The first is what it brings to the recipe. In
general, oils are sorted into two groups - hard and soft.

Hard oils are solid at room temperature. This includes coconut oil, palm oil, cocoa butter, and shea
butter. They add firming properties to soap, and certain ones create nice fluffy lather.

Soft oils are liquid at room temperature. Olive oil, avocado oil, and sweet almond oil are a few examples.
They add moisture and a silky feeling to soap.

The best recipes are usually a combination of both. Too many hard oils can make soap brittle and too
cleansing, too many soft oils can make soap soft and inhibit lather. Check out the Beginner's Guide to
Common Soap Making Oils for in-depth information on the ones we carry.

Another factor to consider is the saponification (SAP) value. That's the amount of lye it takes to turn 1
gram of oil into 1 gram of soap. You can find that information on our product pages, and it can be helpful
when choosing substitutes.

Lastly, make sure to check the usage rates of each oil. If a recipe calls for 40% of an oil but the one you
want to use is recommended at 15%, you'll need to use another oil to make up the difference.

How to choose substitutes

If you want a recipe to feel like the original, find a swap that's as close as possible. Take avocado oil
for example. It's a soft oil with a lightweight consistency that absorbs quickly, and it has a SAP value of
0.14. Let's say you have canola oil and sweet almond oil on hand. While they both have similar SAP
values, canola oil has a heavier consistency. We prefer swapping avocado with sweet almond because
they feel similar on the skin. Canola is a great swap for olive oil though - they feel very similar.

You can apply the same techniques if you want to change the feeling of a recipe. If you want your
bars firmer, you can decrease the amount of soft oils and add in a hard oil or butter.

Remember to run your recipe through the Lye Calculator after any swaps. That's the case even if they
have similar SAP values - it's always good to double check that your amounts are correct. Learn more in
the Using the Bramble Berry Lye Calculator article.
Coconut and palm oil

Some oils are trickier to swap than others. That applies to two of the most common, coconut and palm.

• Coconut oil: This is a truly unique ingredient. Along with making soap firm, it adds amazing
lather and cleansing properties. The closest substitute we've found is babassu oil. It can be used
up to 33%, just like coconut oil. If you don't have that on hand, you may need a few oils to get
the same results. Palm kernel flakes or a hard butter like cocoa up to 15% can add firmness.
Castor oil at 2-5% is a great option for lather.

• Palm oil: It's most known for creating firm bars that release from the mold easily. It also helps
create amazing lather when paired with coconut oil. The closest substitute is babassu oil, but
you can also use tallow. Another option is palm kernel flakes or a hard butter up to 15%. A
teaspoon of sodium lactate per pound of oils and a 10% water discount also help firm up your
recipe.

Example recipe

Let's take a look at a cold process project from our site.

Lemon Bar Soap

2.1 oz. Mango Butter (5%)
16.8 oz. Olive Oil (40%)
10.5 oz. Palm Oil (25%)
10.5 oz. Coconut Oil (25%)
2.1 oz. Jojoba Oil (5%)
5.8 oz. Sodium Hydroxide Lye
11.7 oz. Distilled Water (10% water discount)

This recipe has a mix of hard and soft oils that create a balanced bar, as well as luxurious jojoba oil to add
something special. If that jojoba oil is a bit out of your budget, you can swap it with meadowfoam oil or
leave it out completely. In that case, you'd want to increase one of the soft oils like olive to make up the
difference.

Want the recipe a bit firmer? No problem. Increase the palm oil to 30% and decrease the olive oil to
35%. You can also increase the mango butter up to 15%, or add another similar butter like cocoa or
shea.

A softer recipe is easy too. Just decrease the palm to 20% and add more olive or jojoba oil. You can also
take out the mango butter.

Whenever you make substitutions, it's important to try your bars and take notes on how they feel. It may
take a few tries to get the recipe exactly how you like it. Keep experimenting until you're happy!

Common oil substitutes

• Apricot kernel oil: sweet almond oil, hazelnut oil

• Avocado oil: chia seed oil, sweet almond oil

• Avocado butter: shea butter, mango butter

• Canola oil: olive oil, rice bran oil

• Castor oil: no substitute

• Cocoa butter: beeswax, shea butter, mango butter, palm kernel flakes

• Coconut oil: babassu, palm kernel flakes, tallow

• Coffee butter: avocado butter, shea butter

• Chia seed oil: sweet almond oil, avocado oil

• Grapeseed oil: olive oil, hazelnut oil

• Hazelnut oil: grapeseed oil, apricot kernel oil, hemp seed oil

• Natural hemp seed oil: avocado oil, hazelnut oil

• Jojoba oil: meadowfoam oil

• Mango butter: avocado butter, shea butter

• Meadowfoam oil: jojoba oil

• Olive oil: rice bran oil, canola oil, grapeseed oil

• Palm oil: babassu, tallow, palm kernel flakes

• Palm kernel flakes: palm oil, coconut oil

• Peanut oil: olive oil, canola oil

• Rice bran oil: olive oil, canola oil

• Safflower oil: canola oil, sunflower oil

• Shea butter: avocado butter, mango butter

• Sunflower oil: olive oil, safflower oil

• Sweet almond oil: apricot kernel oil, avocado oil, chia seed oil

• Tamanu oil: neem oil, pumpkin seed oil

DIY Anti Aging Oil Cleanser Recipe

• 1 TBSP. Safflower Oil (find it HERE)

• 1 TBSP. Rosehip Seed Oil (find it HERE)

• 1 TBSP. Camelina oil (find it HERE)

• 1 TBSP. Castor Oil (find it HERE)

• 1 TBSP. Shea Butter (find it HERE)

• 3 tsp. Rhassoul Clay (find it HERE)

• 1 TBSP. Beeswax (find it HERE)

• 10 drops Lavender Essential Oil (find it HERE)

• 8 drops Geranium Essential Oil (find it HERE)

• 3 drops Carrot Seed Essential Oil (find it HERE)

Directions:

1. Fill a medium sized pot 1/2 full with water.

2. Place a glass pyrex bowl with a spout in the water.

3. Turn heat on medium.

4. Add safflower, rosehip, camelina, shea butter, castor oil, beeswax and clay to pyrex bowl.

5. Allow ingredients to fully melt.

6. Remove from heat and add essential oil.

7. Pour into a 4 oz. glass jar.

8. As the cleanser begins to harden, continue to mix ingredients so the clay does not settle at the
bottom.

To Use:

1. Scoop a quarter size of cleanser into the palm of your hand.

2. Massage your skin for at least 1 minute. This cleanser is gentle enough to effectively remove eye
makeup without burning.

3. Apply a hot washcloth over the skin and let sit until lukewarm.

4. Wipe the cleanser and makeup off.

5. Rinse cloth with hot water and re-apply to the face, letting it cool.

6. Follow up with a toner and moisturizer if needed.

 7. This recipe makes 4 oz. and has a shelf life of 6 mos.

Since this recipe is geared towards dryer skin types, I can speak personally about the benefits of this
particular recipe.

My skin is very dry in the winter. I literally can not cleanse my skin any other way but with oils. With this
anti aging DIY oil cleanser, my skin is staying hydrated and because of the addition of rhassoul clay, there
is a slight exfoliation. My skin is soft and smooth and absorbing my facial oil much better!

If you are dry, I highly recommend making it for yourself!

I get all my ingredients from Mountain Rose Herbs. They are simply the best. Remember that your DIY is
only as good as your ingredients and to see good results, you need high quality oils, essential oils, butters
and clays!!

HOW TO MAKE SUNSCREEN AT HOME

CONTROLLING THE SPF OF NATURAL HOMEMADE SUNSCREEN

My homemade sunscreen recipe relies on zinc oxide to provide your sun protection factor or SPF.

You can increase the amount of natural SPF you want in your homemade sunscreen by adding more zinc
oxide, or by using less, in relation to the amount of lotion you’re starting with. Here’s a general chart for
zinc oxide recommendations:

• For SPF 2-5: Use 5% zinc oxide

• SPF 6-11: Use 10% zinc oxide

• For SPF 12-19: Use 15% zinc oxide

• SPF 20+: Use 20% zinc oxide

If you wanted to make homemade sunscreen with an SPF of 20, you would calculate 20% of the amount
of lotion you’re starting with. So, if you have 4 ounces of lotion, you would use 1 ounce of zinc oxide.

In theory, if you wanted to make homemade sunscreen SPF 50, you would use 50% zinc oxide. However,
this would make a very thick, white paste that would be pretty impossible to spread (and of course, this
isn’t FDA-approved or tested, but it’s a good estimate).

This is where a kitchen scale is very handy when making homemade sunscreen, although you can make
do with measuring spoons if that’s what you have. One ounce is about the same as 2 tablespoons.
HOMEMADE SUNSCREEN SUPPLIES

• 4 oz of your favorite non-toxic lotion (I prefer the lotion from Bend Soap Company)

• 1 oz zinc oxide for about 20 SPF (2 Tbsp)

• 12 drops carrot seed oil (scant ¼ tsp)

Optional Ingredients (see “Tips for Successful Homemade Sunscreen” for how to use)

• 12 drops red raspberry seed oil

• 2 Tbsp jojoba oil or sweet almond oil or fractionated coconut oil

• 1-2 tsp cocoa powder

DIY SUNSCREEN RECIPE (8OZ)

SUPPLIES/INGREDIENTS

• Double-boiler (I make my own with a glass bowl over a simmering pot of shallow H2O)

• Kitchen Scale (this is BY FAR my favorite kitchen scale as it is very affordable and Amazon Prime,
read more about it in this post that I wrote)

• Mask (or hold your shirt over your mouth…you do not want to breathe in the zinc oxide, so
make sure little ones aren’t around when you make this)

• Container(s) (I give you a few options below)

• 90g Coconut Oil– Organic, unrefined, virgin coconut oil like this (my fav!)

• 65g Carrier Oil– I use organic and unrefined almond oil in this recipe, but jojoba oil or any
other liquid carrier oil. You can learn more about carrier oils in this post.

• 28.5g Beeswax– I love these beeswax pastilles (they are MUCH easier to work with than a block
of wax)

• 27.5g Shea Butter – Organic, unrefined shea butter like this

• 40g Zinc Oxide – I strongly suggest non-nano, uncoated zinc oxide (you can buy zinc from me
HERE in smaller amounts)

• 1/2t Vitamin E – I really like this Vitamin E; make sure you know from where it is sourced (& non-
GMO), especially if you have allergies

MAKE DIY SUNSCREEN

• Place your glass bowl on your scale, hit tare.

• Add all ingredients (one-by-one, hitting tare in between) EXCEPT the zinc oxide, which you add at
the end.
 • Take your glass bowl and place it over a pot of shallow, slightly simmering H2O. Melt ingredients
completely (stir with a whisk to help it along).

• Carefully remove from stove and wipe down condensation on bowl (you do not want H2O
getting into your product).

• Move bowl to scale, hit tare.

• Add zinc oxide, slowly, until you get to 40g. Again, add this slooooowly, as the zinc settles the
amount will increase on your scale.

• Whisk, whisk, whisk (and whisk some more!) and then carefully pour into container of your
choice.

• This will take a few minutes to set up. Just walk away and leave your DIY sunscreen alone to
quietly set up.

*T=tablespoon and t=teaspoon

Simple Homemade Moisturizer

This homemade moisturizer consists of a mere three ingredients. And the best part? This recipe takes
only seconds to whip up. Simplicity has never been, well, simpler. This recipe works for the body. See
suggestions above for the face.

KRISTIN MARR

SERVINGS 1 Jar

EQUIPMENT

• 1 storage container with a lid (if using coconut oil) or dropper bottle (if using jojoba oil)

INGREDIENTS

• 1/2 cup coconut oil or jojoba oil

• 1 tsp vitamin E oil

• 6 drops lavender essential oil and/or essential tea tree oil

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Combine the coconut oil or jojoba oil, vitamin E or tea tree oil, and lavender in a storage
container. Now mix. That's it. If you're using this on your face, I recommend using jojoba oil (and a
dropper bottle); not coconut oil-see notes below.

2. Apply the moisturizer to the skin after cleansing and using a toner (here are the best natural
face cleansers).

3. Store at room temperature, for up to 6 months, between uses.

NOTES

Coconut oil ranks high on the comedogenic scale (it can easily clog pores) so it can cause some folks to
break out. For me, I can use it on my skin, just not my face or neck. That said, how the oil is produced
also is a big factor. If you have sensitive skin it’s best to avoid coconut oil. Instead, jojoba oil is great for
all skin types and may be used as a moisturizer. I love to combine jojoba oil with shea butter to make an
ultra-moisturizing face moisturizer.

If you’re making this moisturizer in the colder months, when coconut oil tends to be very solid (hard as a
rock), you can whip these ingredients together with your hand mixer creating for a smooth, creamy
product.

Shea Butter Cream Facial Moisturizer

A simple two-ingredient shea butter cream facial moisturizer. Use this as a day or night facial cream after
cleansing the skin.

KRISTIN MARR

SERVINGS 4 ounces

INGREDIENTS

• 1/4 cup shea butter unrefined or refined* (40g)

• 1/8 cup Clear Complex Carrier Oil Blend or a favorite nourishing oil of choice, such as: sweet
almond oil, jojoba oil, grapeseed oil, or avocado oil** (23g)

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Place a glass bowl on top of a saucepan partially filled with water over medium heat. Place the
shea butter in the glass bowl, and allow it to fully melt.

2. Carefully remove the bowl (and shea butter) from the heat source. Add the oil, and stir to
combine the ingredients. Pour the mixture into a storage jar with a lid (you don’t need a lid just yet).

3. At this point, the oil mixture should be cooler (along with the jar). If not, allow it to rest for a few
minutes. Then place the mixture in the fridge and allow it to solidify (1-2 hours, depending on location in
the fridge and fridge temperature).

4. Once the mixture is thick and creamy (it shouldn’t be hard, just more solid), remove the jar from
the fridge. Stir.

5. Place the lid on the jar and store it at room temperature (out of sunlight). This mixture should
last about six months, if bacteria isn’t introduced to the mixture via dirty hands.

To Use:

1. From my experience, this moisturizer works as a day or night cream. Wash the face as desired (I
use a face wash and toner), and then apply a small amount of moisturizer on the fingertips. Massage the
cream moisturizer on the face. A little bit of moisturizer goes a long way. The mixture will take a bit of
time to fully sink into the skin. I apply makeup (100% Pure Foundation) over the top of this during the
day.

NOTES

*I’ve used Better Shea Butter (linked above), Plant Therapy (available in refined and unrefined/”crude”),
and Alaffia brands with good success. Most health food stores sell 100% shea butter, too.

**Another option may be to use one of Plant Therapy’s blended carrier oils. I haven’t tried any of the
other blends besides the Clear Complex Blend.

Easy Argan and Rosehip Oil Moisturizer

The oils easily absorbed into my skin, and my skin felt moisturized and looked great. I mentioned in my
fall skincare routine post that I was using an oil moisturizer, and many of you asked about my recipe, so
let’s take a look at what I’m using…

KRISTIN MARR

SERVINGS 3 Tbsp

INGREDIENTS

• 1 TB argan oil see other options in the “notes” below.

• 2 tsp rosehip oil see other options in the “notes” below.

• 10 drops skin-nourishing oil such as: frankincense, lavender, bergamot, or carrot seed.

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Mix all the ingredients together in a small storage jar (a bottle with a dropper works well for
application).

2. Shake the bottle to combine the ingredients.

To Use:

1. Apply a small amount of oil to your hand, then massage all over the face and neck. Use this
moisturizer after cleansing (my favorite natural cleansers)and toning the skin.

DIY Homemade Facial Serum

Homemade facial serum sounds incredibly sophisticated and complicated, but it’s one of my favorite
DIYs. Homemade serum is relatively inexpensive to make compared to the expensive cost of single-use
serums (with many questionable ingredients) found in stores. This homemade facial serum combines
two nourishing skin oils, argan and squalane, and essential oils.

KRISTIN MARR

CUISINEBEAUTY, BODY

SERVINGS 3 oz
INGREDIENTS

• 4 TB squalane oil 2 parts

• 2 TB argan oil 1 part

• 5 drops lavender essential oil

• 5 drops geranium essential oil

• 5 drops bergamot essential oil

• 3 drops tea tree essential oil

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In a dark amber bottle (pictured), carefully add the nourishing oils: squalane and argan. I
recommend using a small funnel.

2. Add the essential oils.

3. Secure the lid on the bottle and gentle shake to combine the oils.

Aloe Vera Face Moisturizer

A homemade combination of aloe vera gel and skin-nourishing oil makes a gentle face moisturizer that
saves money and nourishes the skin.

KRISTIN MARR

SERVINGS 4 ounce bottle

EQUIPMENT

• 4-ounce bottle with a dropper

INGREDIENTS

• aloe vera gel

• jojoba oil or other nourishing oil: grapeseed, sweet almond, apricot kernel, argan, or tamanu.

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In a small bottle (I use a 4-ounce glass bottle with a dropper), combine the aloe vera and
nourishing oil in equal amounts. Feel free to play around with the ratio that works best for your skin.

2. Shake the bottle to combine the mixture. If you'd like to add additional ingredients, I suggest
adding a small amount of vitamin E oil or a few drops of your favorite skin-friendly essential oil (I love
lavender, tea tree, or carrot seed).

To Apply:
1. Before use, vigorously shake the bottle for a few seconds to combine the ingredients. Then,
place a small amount of aloe moisturizer on (clean) fingertips and massage the moisturizer on the face.

NOTES

How to choose the best oil for your skin: Jojoba is most like the oil our skin naturally produces, so it's
ideal for most people. Grapeseed or sweet almond oil are known for being very light and gentle oils, so
they may be a great choice for many folks who don't want something very heavy. You can even use
coconut oil to create a facial moisturizer (find my recipe here, which I use after shaving), if your face does
well with coconut oil; however, coconut oil can clog pores and cause breakouts on the face.

Combining aloe and oil is much like combining water and oil, so it's not a natural combination that easily
blends together. Despite their differences, I've found the aloe is the perfect "lightening" agent (with
great skincare benefits) for the moisturizing oil. To get around the oil and water issue, I simply shake my
moisturizer bottle before I use it. With a good, vigorous shake, the aloe vera gel and oil come together to
create a light moisturizer that sinks into my skin.

Acne Prone Skin

Making your own facial moisturizer isn't difficult, and it can save you a lot of money. Learn to make a
homemade moisturizer for oily, acne-prone skin, and customize it to suit your needs.

Servings: 100 ml

Author: Tracy Ariza, DDS

MATERIALS

• ▢10 g sunflower oil not high oleic

• ▢5 g argan oil

• ▢5 g hemp seed oil

• ▢5 g shea butter

• ▢5 g rosehip oil

• ▢40 g distilled water

• ▢25 g rose water

• ▢5 g montanov 68 or olivem or other emulsifier

• ▢1 g natural preservative (follow the recommended dosage for preservative chosen

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Weigh out the distilled water and rose water in a heat-safe container.
2. Weigh the oils and emulsifier in a separate heat-safe container.

3. Heat both containers in a hot water bath until the emulsifier has melted. (You may also
use double boiler inserts for heating the ingredients over the hot water.)

4. Combine the hot oils and waters while still hot, stirring until well combined. Ideally, both should
be around 70º-75ºC/160º-170ºF when you combine them.

5. Periodically whisk the ingredients together while they cool. The mixture will thicken and become
more opaque as it cools.

6. Once the mixture has cooled to around 30ºC/85ºF, add the preservative and, optionally,
essential oils or other heat-sensitive ingredients. Mix together well to incorporate all of the ingredients.

7. Test the pH of the lotion. Adjust it down with a few drops of lactic acid, if needed.

8. Pour the facial cream into bottles. I love airless dispensers because they allow you to dispense
the cream easily without contaminating it with your fingers.

Notes

Customizing oils

You may adjust the amounts and combination of oils used to suit your skin and sensitivities. (Just keep
the total weight of the oils the same.

Adding fragrance

This moisturizer obtains its subtle floral scent from the rose water. If you want a more pronounced rose
scent, you can substitute part of the distilled water for more rose water or add a few drops of rose
essential oil.

If you prefer, you can also substitute the rose water with another floral water or hydrosol. You can also
add an essential oil like lavender or tea tree oil at around 1% of the recipe by weight. Some essential oils
may also help prevent and clear up acne.

Preservatives

I normally use Sharomix 705 and Euxyl k903 to preserve this moisturizer. If using Leucidal for your
preservative, it should be dosed around 3-4% of the recipe by weight (rather than 1%). For more
information about preservatives, check out my guide to natural preservatives.

Emulsifiers

Different emulsifiers will give different consistencies and textures. You may need to adjust the amount of
emulsifier used depending on the one chosen. (Adding more will give a thicker consistency.) For more
information about emulsifiers, check out my guide to emulsifiers. I like Montanov 68 and Olivem 1000.

Testing the pH

You can use ph test strips to test the pH of the lotion. Test the pH to ensure the lotion falls in a decent
range for both your skin (5-6 is ideal) and for the preservative you want to use
Yield

This recipe makes around 100g of lotion. In volume, it will make slightly less than 100ml. (The oil
component of ml to grams isn’t interchangeable in the same way water is.) You can adjust the amount of
the recipe to suit whichever container you plan to use.

DIY Acne Clearing Moisturizer

• 3 drops Clary Sage Essential Oil (find it HERE) (optional)

• 3 drops Lavender Essential Oil (find it HERE)

• 5 drops Tea Tree Essential Oil (find it HERE)

• Squalane (find it HERE)

• Hazelnut Oil (find it HERE)

• Hemp Seed Oil (find it HERE)

• 1 ounce glass dropper bottle (find it HERE)

Add essential oils and squalane first. Refer to the picture for proper proportions. Shake it up!

To Use:

• Apply 3-5 drops to freshly cleansed and toned skin. Use morning and night.

More Skin Clearing Ideas:

• Consider the Oil Cleansing Method. It is a total game changer for many.

• Check out THIS toner.

• I love Juice Beauty for acne products.

• First cut out gluten, then dairy from your diet and see if there is improvement.

Below is the label I created for this DIY. I ordered mine from Sticker You because their labels are
waterproof and re-stickable. Go HERE for more instructions on how to use Sticker You’s website. You
could also print your own using Avery labels. I suggest THESE labels. Just upload the below picture to
the Avery website to create a label from home.

Since I do not suffer from acne, I can only use my knowledge as an aesthetician and the research I do on
ingredients to formulate a DIY for oily and/or acne skin types. I do know that it is a very huge
misconception that oil-free products are the best when trying to reduce oily skin or heal acne. Also,
when you have active acne, you have to be prepared for a detox period anytime you start to use a new
product. Often times, your skin will get worse before it can get better.
I am using this as my daily facial oil and I have to say, it’s really nice because it is not greasy and soaks in
quick. It works very well under my makeup as well. I added a bit of rosehip seed oil to mine once I used
about 1/4 of the bottle and really am enjoying it!

Good luck and keep me posted!

DIY Moisturizer for Oily Skin

Let’s make your face moisturizer! Start by placing a small heat-safe bowl in a pan of hot water or use a
double-boiler. Scoop the shea butter into the bowl and add the jojoba oil. Blend until melted.

Shea butter is very nourishing to the skin because of its vitamin A content. It moisturizes while helping to
eliminate inflammation and boosting collagen production.

Jojoba oil is an extract from the seed of the jojoba tree. Actually, it isn’t an oil; it’s a wax ester, which is
most similar to the human skin oil known as sebum. When you apply jojoba oil to the skin, the skin
assumes it is producing enough oil. This helps to not over-produce oil but rather balances the oil
production of the skin. And since jojoba oil is non-comedogenic, it is safe to use. (1) (2)

Jojoba oil is a great carrier oil for this DIY moisturizer for oily skin. It’s very emollient and healing to the
skin. It can help reduce wrinkles and even fight infections. Plus it helps remove excess oily build up, too.

Now that you have blended the shea butter and jojoba oil, carefully remove from heat.

Add the tamanu oil and blend using a fork or small spatula. Tamanu oil is loaded with polyphenols and is
antimicrobial, making it a great skin healer. (3)

Next, add the essential oils. Rosemary essential oil has long been known to help with hair growth, but it
is also an excellent ingredient for oily, acne-prone skin due to its ability to help protect skin cells from
damage caused by free radicals and the sun. It also drenches the skin with moisture while improving
blood flow. (4)

Peppermint essential oil has astringent properties so you don’t need much, but a couple of drops will
take you far. Plus it’s a great addition for helping to reduce acne. It produces a calming effect on inflamed
skin and may improve eczema and psoriasis.

Just like my other moisturizers, apply twice daily with gentle upward strokes. Ideally, apply each
morning after you wash your face, or when you get out of the shower, so that you retain moisture. Apply
again before bedtime.

Store your moisturizer in a lidded jar in a cool, dark place and it should last for a few months.

Related: Combination Skin: What It Is, How to Tell If You Have It & Best Skin Care Routine
DIY Moisturizer for Oily Skin with All-Natural Ingredients

Serves: Makes about 6 ounces

INGREDIENTS:

• 3 ounces jojoba oil

• 1 ounce shea butter

• 1 ounce tamanu oil

• 5 drops rosemary oil

• 3 drops peppermint

Directions:

1. Place a small, heat-safe bowl in a pan of hot water or use a double boiler.

2. Scoop the shea butter into the pan.

3. Add the jojoba oil and blend until the mixture melts.

4. Carefully remove from heat.

5. Add the tamanu oil and blend using a fork or small spatula.

6. Add the essential oils and blend well.

7. Transfer the finished product to a small, lidded jar.

8. Store it in a cool, dark place and it should last for a few months.

Homemade Moisturizers for Oily Skin | Best DIY Oil Free Face Moisturizers

By : care bointernational

Last updated on: November 10, 2023

We all have different skin types, and with every skin type, there are various issues we face. In today’s
time, it has become quite important to have well-moisturized skin in all seasons. The skin requires a lot
of maintenance and needs to be taken care of with natural products.

Natural products have a specialty of suiting all skin types and never harming the skin with any side
effects. If you have oily to combination skin type, you would require moisturizers to balance the skin's pH
levels. DIY recipes are exciting and followed by a lot of people these days.

Homemade 10 Natural Moisturizers for Oily and Combination Skin

Moisturizers for oily and combination skin types are very effective and combat skin infections. You can
create your natural products at home in such recipes and use them as much as possible. In the blog
below, we have the top 10 DIY recipes of moisturizers that are suitable for oily and combination skin.
1. Homemade Aloe Vera Moisturizer for Oily Skin

Aloe vera is a versatile natural ingredient used in almost all skincare products. It not only moisturizes the
skin but protects it from heavy UV-induced damage. Let us check out its recipe below.

Ingredients:

• Aloe Vera Gel - 1 Tablespoon

• Carnauba Wax - 1 Tablespoon

• Golden Jojoba Oil - 2 Tablespoons

• Some Water

Recipe:

• In a double boiler, melt carnauba wax.

• Once it gets melted, add 2-3 tablespoons of golden jojoba oil and 1 tablespoon of aloe vera gel.

• Mix all the ingredients and then mix some of the water.

• Stir the mixture until you get a good consistency, let it cool down, and apply the moisturizer to
your face and neck.

• For best results, use the moisturizer every morning and night before bed.

2. DIY Green Tea Moisturizer for Oily Skin

Green tea moisturizer helps prevent water loss and maintains a suitable moisture content to the skin. Let
us check out the recipe of this moisturizer for oily skin below.

Ingredients:

• Green Tea Extract Powder - 2 Tablespoons

• Honey - 2 Tablespoons

• Some Water

Recipe:

• In hot water, steep 2-3 green tea extract powder.

• Add 2 tablespoons of honey to a bowl and mix it with green tea.

• Mix the ingredients well and add some water to get a good consistency.

• Let the mixture cool down, and then apply the moisturizer to your face and neck.

• For best results, use the moisturizer every morning and night before bed.
3. Zinc Oxide Moisturizer for Oily Skin

Zinc oxide moisturizer profoundly cleanses the skin and prevents any skin damage. The moisturizer clears
out dirt, oil, and pores. It is a very hydrating moisturizer for all skin types. Let us check out its recipe.

Ingredients:

• Zinc Oxide Powder - 1 Tablespoon

• Carnauba Wax - 1 Tablespoon

• Virgin Coconut Oil - 2 Tablespoons

• Some Water

Recipe:

• In a double boiler, melt carnauba wax and virgin coconut oil.

• Once it gets melted, add 1 tablespoon of zinc oxide powder to the mixture.

• Mix all the ingredients and then mix some of the water.

• Stir the mixture until you get a good consistency, let it cool down, and apply the moisturizer to
your face and neck.

• For best results, apply the moisturizer every morning and night before bed.

4. Vitamin C Moisturizer for Oily Skin

Vitamin C moisturizer hydrates the skin well and exfoliates the skin cells. In addition, this moisturizer
refreshes the skin and takes away all the redness and irritations. Let us check out its recipe below.

Ingredients:

• Vitamin C Powder - 1 Tablespoon

• Carnauba Wax - 1 Tablespoon

• Virgin Olive Oil - 2 Tablespoons

• Some Water

Recipe:

• In a double boiler, melt carnauba wax.

• Once it gets melted, add 2-3 tablespoons of virgin olive oil and 1 tablespoon of Vitamin C
powder.

• Mix all the ingredients and then mix some of the water.

• Stir the mixture until you get a good consistency, let it cool down, and apply the moisturizer to
your face and neck.
 • For best results, apply the moisturizer every morning and night before bed.

5. Vitamin E Moisturiser for Oily Skin

Vitamin E acts as a powerful antioxidant for the skin. The moisturizer hydrates the skin from within and
makes it supple. Let us check out its recipe below.

Ingredients:

• Vitamin E Oil - 1 Tablespoon

• Carnauba Wax - 1 Tablespoon

• Virgin Olive Oil - 2 Tablespoons

• Some Water

Recipe:

• In a double boiler, melt carnauba wax.

• Once it gets melted, add 2-3 tablespoons of virgin olive oil and 1 tablespoon of Vitamin E oil.

• Mix all the ingredients and then mix some of the water.

• Stir the mixture until you get a good consistency, let it cool down, and apply the moisturizer to
your face and neck.

• For best results, apply the moisturizer every morning and night before bed.

6. Rose Water Moisturizer for Oily Skin

Rosewater is one such ingredient that exhibits anti-inflammatory effects on the skin. In addition, both
rose petals and rose water moisturizer tone the skin and moisturizes the skin well.

Ingredients:

• Rose Water - 3 Drops

• Aloe Vera Gel - 2 Tablespoons

• Carnauba Wax - 2 Tablespoons

Recipe:

• In a saucepan, add 2 tablespoons of Carnauba wax and melt it.

• Then mix aloe vera gel and add 3-4 drops of rose water.

• Stir the mixture well and let it cool.

• Once the mixture cools down, apply it to your face and neck.

• For best results, you may use this moisturizer every day.
7. Tea Tree Oil Moisturizer for Oily Skin

Tea tree oil is an effective essential oil that nourishes the skin and clears all clogged pores. Tea tree
moisturizer is suitable for oily and combination skin types. Let us check out the recipe below.

Ingredients:

• Tea Tree Essential Oil - 1 Tablespoon

• Carnauba Wax - 1 Tablespoon

• Virgin Coconut Oil - 2 Tablespoons

• Some Water

Recipe:

• In a double boiler, melt carnauba wax and virgin coconut oil.

• Once it gets melted, then add 1 tablespoon of tea tree essential oil.

• Mix all the ingredients and then mix some of the water.

• Stir the mixture until you get a good consistency, let it cool down, and apply the moisturizer to
your face and neck.

• For best results, apply the moisturizer every morning and night before bed.

8. Jojoba Oil Moisturizer for Oily Skin

Jojoba oil controls sebum production in oily skin types. The oil has moisturizing properties and clears
acne and blemishes from the skin. Jojoba oil moisturizer is rich in antioxidants. Let us check out its recipe
below.

Ingredients:

• Golden Jojoba Oil - 2 Tablespoons

• Carnauba Wax - 1 Tablespoon

• Aloe Vera Gel - 1 Tablespoon

• Some Water

Recipe:

• In a double boiler, melt carnauba wax.

• Once it gets melted, add 2-3 tablespoons of golden jojoba oil and 1 tablespoon of aloe vera gel.

• Mix all the ingredients and then mix some of the water.

• Stir the mixture until you get a good consistency, let it cool down, and apply the moisturizer to
your face and neck.
 • For best results, apply the moisturizer every morning and night before bed.

9. Coconut Oil Moisturizer for Oily Skin

Coconut oil is antiseptic and this moisturizer works wonder on oily skin type. The moisturizer hydrates
the skin and combat bacteria causing acne and blemishes. Let's check out the recipe below.

Ingredients:

• Virgin Coconut Oil - 2 Tablespoons

• Carnauba Wax - 1 Tablespoon

• Virgin Olive Oil - 1 Tablespoon

• Some Water

Recipe:

• Melt carnauba wax and 2-3 tablespoons of virgin coconut oil in a double boiler.

• Once they melt, then add 1 tablespoon of virgin olive oil.

• Mix all the ingredients and then mix some of the water.

• Stir the mixture until you get a good consistency, let it cool down, and apply the moisturizer to
your face and neck.

• For best results, apply the moisturizer every morning and night before bed.

10. Olive Oil Moisturizer for Oily Skin

Olive oil is rich in antioxidants that promote good skin health. The olive oil moisturizer is impressive on
all skin types. The moisturizer hydrates the skin and controls sebum production. Let's check out the
recipe below.

Ingredients:

• Virgin Olive Oil - 2 Tablespoons

• Carnauba Wax - 1 Tablespoon

• Aloe Vera Gel - 1 Tablespoon

• Some Water

Recipe:

• In a double boiler, melt carnauba wax.

• Once it gets melted, add 2-3 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of aloe vera gel.

• Mix all the ingredients and then mix some of the water.
 • Stir the mixture until you get a good consistency, let it cool down, and apply the moisturizer to
your face and neck.

• For best results, apply the moisturizer every morning and night before bed.

Conclusion

The moisturizers benefit the skin in many ways and control sebum production. Hydration of the skin is
very important as it prevents skin damage. DIY recipes of moisturizers for particularly oily and
combination skin are very easy and include only a few steps. Try the natural moisturizers today.