Give your skin a healthy boost with this easy DIY face cream recipe! It uses just three key ingredients and skips all the harsh chemicals. Virgin coconut oil, packed with natural goodness, forms the base for this nourishing cream. Plus, it’s completely customizable – so you can whip up a batch that perfectly suits your skin’s needs.
What you’ll need:
- Kitchen scale
- Mixing bowls (2)
- Hand mixer (or whisk)
- Double boiler (or heatproof bowls that fit snugly over a pot of water)
- Spoon
- Rubber spatula
- Sterilized jar (for storage)
Ingredients to make 100g (or approximately 100ml) of Face cream :
- 60g (Approximately 60ml) Virgin coconut oil – You can add shea butter or extra virgin olive oil as you like
- 8g tablespoon Emulsifying wax
- 40g cup Water (distilled is best, but tap water works too)
Let’s get mixing!
- Melt Together: Using a double boiler, melt the virgin coconut oil and emulsifying wax together on low heat. Keep an eye on it to avoid overheating.
- Watery Blend: In a separate bowl, heat the water until just simmering.
- Emulsion Magic: Slowly drizzle the warm water into the cooled oil mixture while whisking constantly. This creates a stable emulsion, where the oil and water can coexist in a creamy blend.
- Whip It! Once everything is combined, grab your hand mixer and whip the mixture for 3-5 minutes. This incorporates air and creates a light and fluffy texture. If you don’t have a mixer, use a whisk with some determined whisking!
- Cool Down: Let the mixture cool completely at room temperature. This can take 10-15 minutes. Add 1ml, 2ml of essential oils, Vitamin E as you like.
- Store it Pretty: Pour your finished face cream into a sterilized jar and seal it tightly.
Top Tips:
- Virgin coconut oil is solid at room temperature. If your cream feels too firm, place the jar in warm water for a few minutes to soften it.
- Homemade face cream has a shorter shelf life. Keep it in the refrigerator for up to 2 months. Because we do not use any preservatives,
- Start small! This recipe makes a single jar. Once you get comfortable, try adding a few drops of your favorite essential oil for a delightful scent!
Enjoy pampering your skin with this natural creation! This simple DIY face cream lets you ditch the mystery of store-bought products and embrace the power of virgin coconut oil. So go forth, mix, match, and moisturize!
