Make Your Own Body Moisturizer
This moisturizer is very healthy because it does not contain artificial preservatives. However, it expires faster than a store-bought cream.
If you want to have well hydrated, firm and streak-free skin, you should apply moisturizer every day.
Nowadays, many brands saturate the market with products adapted to each type of skin, which are sometimes very expensive.
But as you know, the best products are those which contain natural ingredients and which do not use chemicals, like paraffins or other petroleum derivatives.
Thanks to five totally natural ingredients, you can easily create your own moisturizer for the body. This cream is nutritious and refreshing and can be used on all skin types.
How to use this moisturizer?
Homemade creams should be used as soon as possible, as they do not contain artificial preservatives. Their ingredients can then deteriorate quickly.
Even though vitamin E works as a natural preservative, we recommend that you keep this cream in the refrigerator, and not to use it for more than two weeks.
It is therefore preferable to prepare a small quantity, or to offer some to your friends if you prepare too much!
On what types of skin is it used?
This cream is moisturizing but does not have an overly oily texture. It is therefore suitable for all skin types.
If you have very dry skin, you can increase the amount of oil a little. If you have oily skin, you can add a little more Aloe vera .
You can also add other specific ingredients suitable for particular skin problems.
This recipe has the function of moisturizing, nourishing and improving the circulation of the skin. In the rest of this article, we’ll explain the benefits of each ingredient.
Homemade moisturizer: the recipe
Ingredients
Almond oil
Almond oil is one of the most widely used ingredients in natural cosmetics, for its properties, but also for its affordable price.
You can apply it directly to your skin when you get out of the shower. It is a great moisturizer.
In addition, almond oil:
- softens the skin
- calms irritations
- prevents wrinkles and streaks
The oil you are going to buy should be cold pressed first.
Aloe vera gel
The aloe vera should not miss you, because it is an excellent product moisturizing and healing. In addition, this plant allows to refresh the skin without bringing shine to oily skin.
You can extract the gel in a natural way by cutting and peeling one of the stems of the plant. You will also find it in stores.
If you buy the gel from a store, be careful that the gel does not contain other ingredients, such as chemical preservatives, which could harm your skin.
Orange essential oil
Orange essential oil provides a delicious aroma and improves state of mind thanks to its anti-depressant and revitalizing properties.
Topical application provides firmness to the skin, facilitates collagen production, and helps fight acne and dermatitis.
Rosemary essential oil
Rosemary essential oil is an essential ingredient if you suffer from circulation problems, or if you are going through a period of fatigue and exhaustion. It is an ideal tonic product for tired skin.
In addition, this oil has p antiseptic roperties, so it is recommended for people who have greasy skin or acne-prone.
Vitamin E
The vitamin E will help to keep well this cream, for it is a powerful natural preservative.
It has antioxidant, rejuvenating and protective properties against free radicals.
You can buy it from herbalists or health food stores. In some cases, it is marketed as capsules, which can also be used in this recipe.
Quantities
- 50 ml almond oil
- 50 ml of Aloe vera gel
- 10 drops of orange essential oil
- 10 drops of rosemary essential oil
- 20 drops of vitamin E
Elaboration
- Mix the almond oil well with the Aloe vera . If you are using natural aloe vera , you may need to go through a blender to get the gel to dilute well.
- Add the essential oils and mix all the ingredients.
- Store the cream in an opaque glass container in the refrigerator for up to fifteen days.
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