You can make DIY cosmetics with ingredients you already have at home. We’ve also recently discovered a few products which may open your eyes to the world of DIY natural skin care. We’ve listed some so you can create your own natural skin care out of the things from your kitchen pantry. Continue reading for some easy homemade beauty products!
DIY Cosmetics | 22 Easy Makeup Recipe Ideas
1. Crayon Lipstick
If you’re a makeup lover, then I’m pretty sure you love crayons too. Did you know you can create a DIY non-toxic lipstick from crayons? All you need is a crayon and a Vaseline. Feel free to add an essential oil like coconut oil, sunflower oil, jojoba oil for an added moisturizing element.
2. Smooth Finish DIY Eyeshadow Primer
If you think eye primers are a little bit out of budget for you, then consider this DIY recipe here. It uses ingredients available in your vanity and it works like the real thing.
3. DIY Cream Eyeshadow
This list won’t be complete without a DIY eyeshadow. This recipe found here creates such an ingenious product from the packaging to its look.
4. DIY Beet Blush and Lip Balm
Say goodbye to your dry and pale lips and say hello to kissable and chapped-free lips with this lip gloss! Oh, it’s also good for your cheeks as a blush!
5. DIY Waterproof Eye Makeup Remover Recipe and Lash Conditioner
If you love doing eye makeup as much as we do, you gotta try this DIY cosmetics recipe as a remover! It’s also a safe way to make your lashes healthy and nourished after mascara.
6. Natural Blush Makeup Recipe
If you’re into powder blushes, here’s an organic alternative for you. A few strokes and you’re all set!
7. Makeup Setting Spray
Don’t forget to set your look for a lasting beauty! Who would want a makeup meltdown, right? Keep your makeup flawless with a setting spray! Looking for extra benefits? It can also be a refresher for a sultry weather and a moisturizer on a cold day. Not bad at all!
8. DIY Face Moisturizer
You know I’m big on skin care so a DIY moisturizer is a must on this list. My favorite moisturizer recipe is the mashed banana. It’s a great skin toner and moisturizer at the same time. Mix it with honey for a touch of anti-aging property!
9. Homemade Loose Face Powder
A good face makeup doesn’t end with a foundation but with a good loose powder to set everything. There’s a lot of high-end and drugstore loose powders available but why not try an organic one?
10. Homemade Bronzer
I haven’t mastered the art of bronzers (and highlights!) but it’s good to start with a natural one. You’ll love contouring even more with this homemade item.
11. Homemade Nontoxic Eyeliner
Aiming for a perfect winged detail on your eyes? There’s an organic alternative for you! Don’t forget to put extra care when applying eye cosmetics, like this eyeliner.
12. Seaweed Mascara
Mascaras are actually one of the makeup products I started to love. Aside from it’s easy to apply, I also love how it brightens my eyes when I have it on! That’s why when I learned about this seaweed mascara, I could not help but try it for myself too!
13. DIY BB Cream
Who would have thought BB creams have natural alternatives too? I’m not an avid user of BB creams because it doesn’t suit my skin well. Since the DIY cosmetics ingredients of this product are easy to find, this is a must-try!
14. All-Natural Homemade Eyeshadow
Most of the eyeshadows I use on a daily are the neutral tones: browns, creams, and tans. Since these shades are widely used, they are most of the time “out of stock.” In times like this, homemade eyeshadow is my best option.
15. Bronzing Lotion Bars
What’s good about making your own skin care products is to customize them to match your skin needs. Just like these bronzing lotion bars. Aside from their moisturizing benefits, they also act as an insect repellant, sunscreen, and bronzing bar in one. How amazing is it for a DIY cosmetics recipe? Not to mention they have a summery scent!
16. DIY Lip Scrub
Suffering from chapped lips? Then this is the DIY cosmetics recipe you’re looking for. This lip scrub uses coconut oil to keep moisture, brown sugar to lift dead skin cells, and honey to ward off lip infection.
17. Bath Bombs
I never thought you can DIY bath bombs but here are a few recipes which are easy and exciting to make using the easiest ingredients you can probably find at home!
18. DIY Body Slimming Wrap Gel
Another DIY recipe that’s exciting and fun to make is a body slimming wrap gel. Apply on a body part and cover with a canvas cloth or a cling wrap and let the gel do the work.
19. DIY Organic Lotion
This organic lotion recipe is perfect for gift giving. I can’t wait to create my own and pack it for my mom on Mother’s day or even on Valentine’s Day. I bet it smells amazing too!
20. DIY Makeup Remover
Makeup remover is pretty easy to DIY and this foolproof recipe is effective and skin loving at the same time. Flat cotton pads, aloe vera water, and virgin olive oil are what make this makeup remover one of the easiest makeup recipe ideas to try.
21. DIY Liquid Foundation
Liquid foundation is a staple in a lot of women’s makeup kit. That’s why it’s awesome to know you can create your own full coverage liquid foundation right at your home.
Looking for the natural versions of our daily makeup may need time and patience but it’s possible. All you have to do is search, mix, and test them out for yourself. Share these homemade natural cosmetics with your friends too!
What are your favorite DIY cosmetics recipes? Leave your feedback in the comments section below and we’ll be sure to get back to you.
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Editor’s Note – This post was originally published on June 2017 and has been updated for quality and relevancy.
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