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The idea of “green beauty” is not new. The term was coined in 2006, and the notion of using natural ingredients to create skincare products has been around for centuries. But it wasn’t until 2013 that the movement started to become mainstream. And now, green beauty is booming. More and more people are shifting away from synthetic products and embracing all-natural ones, which often come with a cheaper price tag. If you want to follow suit but don’t know where to start, here are some DIY green beauty recipes that will have your skin glowing in no time!
Make this easy, inexpensive DIY face and body moisturizer–it’s so simple. It’s the creamiest, dreamiest moisturizer I’ve ever used! UPDATE: This post was originally published in April 2016 and has been updated to reflect new information and helpful content. We’re back with another DIY homemade beauty recipe! I’m so excited …
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This DIY charcoal + clay face mask is a homemade remedy for acne and blackhead removal. Made with Bentonite clay, activated charcoal, tea tree oil, and apple cider vinegar, this recipe is detoxifying and purifying, and super easy to make! UPDATE: This was originally published in October 2016 and has …
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This recipe for natural homemade face toner uses just three simple ingredients to soothe, clean, and refresh your skin. Making your own natural face toner also happens to be one of the most inexpensive DIY beauty recipes I’ve tried! **This post first appeared January 2016. It was updated in September …
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Ready to venture into the world of making DIY beauty products? Try these 10 homemade beauty recipes including face masks, skincare, and hair treatments. You’ll be amazed at how affordable, easy, and quick it is to create your own DIY beauty products! Curious about giving homemade, DIY beauty products a …
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This quick, easy and inexpensive homemade turmeric and honey face mask is as simple as pouring 3 natural ingredients into a bowl, stirring and…THAT’S IT! You’re done. This post also includes helpful reader FAQs. This was originally published in January 2017 and has been updated to reflect new information and …
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Easy to make, affordable and super effective, this DIY face scrub is suitable for all skin types, though it works particularly well on acne-prone, oily skin. With just six ingredients, most of which you likely already have in your pantry, this exfoliating face scrub is a keeper! This was originally …
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This Custom DIY Homemade Face Oil recipe is a natural, non-toxic and inexpensive skincare multi-tasker (moisturizer, cleanser, serum) can be tailored to all skin types (oily/acne-prone, dry, sensitive, mature), making it the perfect Mother’s Day gift idea. Learn which carrier oils and essentials oils are best for your skin here! …
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Say goodbye to toxic chemicals and expensive store-bought products. With this DIY Makeup Brush Cleaner, you just need three natural ingredients to make this easy and effective homemade solution. This post is sponsored by Sprouts Farmers Market. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that make …
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Curious about DIY Beauty and Homemade Cleaners? Here are three reasons why you should make your own skincare and cleaning products, plus a FREE eBook complete with quick, easy and affordable recipes! This post is sponsored by Mint.com. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Thank you for supporting the …
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This DIY Epsom Salt Detox Bath is moisturizing (coconut oil) and relaxing (lavender). It boosts magnesium levels, soothes sore muscles and flushes toxins. We move this weekend!! Just thinking about it is sending me into a tailspin of stress (is packing not the worst activity known to man!?!), nostalgia and …
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Not only can traditional makeup remover be expensive, it’s also generally full of harmful chemicals that can irritate your skin. Make this easy, inexpensive DIY makeup remover—it’s so simple. It’s the best natural makeup remover since it’s free from toxins and very versatile! We talk a lot about safe skincare …
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The benefits of green beauty
There are many benefits to green beauty. Some of the basics include price, quality, and sustainability.
First and foremost, there is a financial benefit to making your own beauty products. You can save money because you’re buying in bulk and you don’t have to pay for packaging or distribution.
Secondly, homemade products often come out better than store-bought ones because you know what ingredients are going in them. When someone else is mixing the ingredients together, they may not follow the same proportions that would work well for your skin type or complexion.
And finally, DIY beauty products are sustainable! You know exactly where your ingredients came from, so you can be confident that they’re not harming the environment. Plus, by using natural ingredients, you won't run into any dangerous chemicals that could be harmful to your skin and health long term.
DIY Green Beauty
If you’re ready to make the switch to green beauty, there are a bunch of simple DIY recipes that will have your skin glowing in no time. We'll cover skin moisturizers, toners, masks, brush cleaners and more.
Going green doesn't have to be complicated or expensive. Sure there are a number of brands offering amazing products in this space, but you can simplify things and do it yourself with some basic ingredients you can find at your local shops or online.
We'll cover a number of our favourite recipes in a series of posts that will have your routine on the path to green in no time!