There are so many benefits to creating your own natural skincare
regimen you'll wonder why you didn't start sooner! It's easier than you think
and anyone can do it. Listed below are just a few basic ingredients to an
amazing natural skincare journey.
CASTILE SOAP
An all natural,
concentrated cleanser made completely from plant oils, Castile soap
is extraordinarily versatile
and works super well with my skin. Castile soap can be purchased in a number of
scents and scentless versions, including a gentle baby wash! It’s inexpensive,
versatile, and lasts for a long time. And in addition to my skin care routine
below, I also use Castile soap for bubble baths and household cleaners!
is extraordinarily versatile
and works super well with my skin. Castile soap can be purchased in a number of
scents and scentless versions, including a gentle baby wash! It’s inexpensive,
versatile, and lasts for a long time. And in addition to my skin care routine
below, I also use Castile soap for bubble baths and household cleaners!
RAW HONEY
Honey is a wonderful antibacterial that helps to eliminate
breakout-causing bacteria and diminish breakouts. It’s full of antioxidants,
promoting skin healing and helping you gain a natural glow. Honey is also
an emollient that helps to nourish, calm, and condition sensitive skin, and it
works wonders on your hair too!
JOJOBA OIL
I have tried a number of natural oils on my skin (and
hair) and have found that jojoba oil and avocado oil (below) work
the best for my body. Jojoba oil very closely mimics the natural oil our skin
makes, and it never irritates my sensitive skin one bit. While other oils tend
to sit on top of the skin or moisturize only the top layer, jojoba oil sinks
deep and nourishes my skin. It leaves my skin feeling soft, smooth, and
beautifully colored, and protects it from rougher weather or fabrics.
and avocado oil (below) work
the best for my body. Jojoba oil very closely mimics the natural oil our skin
makes, and it never irritates my sensitive skin one bit. While other oils tend
to sit on top of the skin or moisturize only the top layer, jojoba oil sinks
deep and nourishes my skin. It leaves my skin feeling soft, smooth, and
beautifully colored, and protects it from rougher weather or fabrics.
AVOCADO OIL
Similar to jojoba oil, avocado oil deeply conditions my
skin with lasting effects. I find that avocado oil is heavier than jojoba oil,
sometimes a bit too heavy, so I tend to use this more sparingly in my skin care
routine.
LEMON
Lemons are another antibacterial ingredient that helps to
clear up pimples and acne and smooth and brighten your skin. They help reduce
the oil on your skin and lighten dark spots, helping to even your skin tone. It
is important to note that lemon is phototoxic, which means that it can increase
your skin’s sensitivity to UV rays. Try not to use lemon treatments before
spending a lot of time outdoors, and always be sure to use
sunscreen on your face.
VITAMIN E
Vitamin E is an ingredient well-known for promoting skin
health and luster. The antioxidant oil helps to moisturize, nourish, and
decrease the effects of aging on skin. It is best when diluted, and is great
for deep conditioning and helping to heal, hydrate, and smooth our skin.
ESSENTIAL OILS
No DIY ingredient list would be complete without essential
oils! The best natural way to customize your homemade products, essential oils
not only add smell goods to the things you make, they also add their own unique
benefits based on what oil you are using. Citrus oils and ylang ylang help
decrease breakouts and minimize oily skin; chamomile helps to calm inflamed or
red skin and eczema; and lavender helps to regenerate skin cells, promoting the
healing of dark spots, scars, and sun damage.
