Tired of pricey cosmetics loaded with harsh chemicals? You're spot on. The good news: swap them for simple, natural homemade alternatives using versatile coconut oil.
This powerhouse ingredient creates everything from deodorants and hair masks to sunscreens and anti-wrinkle creams. Follow this expert guide to craft effective beauty treatments at home with everyday ingredients.
Discover 10 proven coconut oil-based cosmetic recipes that deliver real results. Watch:
Contents
- 10 easy recipes to make your beauty treatments at home
- 1. Acne treatment
- What you need
- How to
- 2. Homemade deodorant
- Ingredients
- How to
- 3. Homemade eyeliner
- Ingredients
- How to
- 4. Care for dry and damaged hair
- Ingredients
- How to
- 5. Hand scrub
- Ingredients
- How to
- 6. Lip balm
- Ingredients
- How to
- 7. Homemade shaving cream
- Ingredients
- How to
- 8. Coconut Oil Sunscreen
- Ingredients
- How to
- 9. Homemade toothpaste
- Ingredients
- How to
- 10. Homemade body butter
- Ingredients
- How to
- Where can I find coconut oil?
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10 easy recipes to make your beauty treatments at home
1. Acne treatment
What you need
- 25g coconut oil
- 1 to 5 drops of tea tree essential oil
- 1 dropper
- Empty lip balm tubes
How to
- Melt the coconut oil.
- Add tea tree essential oil.
- Mix well.
- Using the dropper, fill the empty lip balm tubes.
- Store the tubes in the refrigerator.
2. Homemade deodorant
Ingredients
- 5 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon baking soda
- 6 tablespoons powdered arrowroot
- 2 tablespoons of soil from Sommières
- 5 to 10 drops of lemon essential oil
How to
- Mix all the ingredients well.
- Store deodorant in a small jar.
- Take some product with your fingers and apply under your armpits.
3. Homemade eyeliner
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons of coconut oil
- 4 teaspoons of aloe vera gel
- For a black eyeliner: 1-2 activated charcoal capsules
- For a brown eyeliner: 1/2 teaspoon of cocoa powder
How to
- Mix all the ingredients well.
- For black eyeliner, use activated charcoal.
- For brown, use cocoa powder.
- Store in an airtight container.
4. Care for dry and damaged hair
Ingredients
- 1 to 2 teaspoons of coconut oil
- 2 teaspoons of olive oil
- 1 teaspoon of honey
- 1 large egg
How to
- Mix all the ingredients well.
- Apply to your dry hair.
- Let stand for 10 to 15 minutes.
- Shampoo and condition as usual to remove residue.
5. Hand scrub
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 2 tablespoons of honey
- 60g sea salt
- 50g of sugar
- 1 tablespoon squeezed lemon juice
How to
- Combine coconut oil and honey in a medium bowl.
- In another bowl, mix the sea salt, sugar, and lemon juice until grainy.
- Pour the salt mixture over the coconut oil and honey.
- Mix until smooth.
- Store in a glass jar.
6. Lip balm
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon of beeswax
- For yellow balm: 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- For orange-red balm: 1 tablespoon of red palm oil
How to
- For yellow balm, use olive oil. For orange-red, use red palm oil.
- Heat ingredients in a double boiler.
- Pour into an airtight container.
- Allow to cool before use.
7. Homemade shaving cream
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons coconut oil
- 4 tablespoons of shea butter
- 2 tablespoons of sweet almond oil
- 10 to 12 drops of lavender essential oil
How to
- Mix coconut oil, shea butter, and sweet almond oil in a glass bowl.
- Heat in a double boiler until melted.
- Add lavender essential oil and mix thoroughly.
- Refrigerate until hardened.
- Whip with an electric mixer for a smooth consistency.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 1 month.
8. Coconut oil sunscreen
Ingredients
- 110g coconut oil
- 110g shea butter
- 5 tablespoons of beeswax
- 2 tablespoons of zinc oxide
- 1/2 teaspoon of vitamin E oil
- 3/4 teaspoon of essential oil of your choice
Note: Avoid citrus essential oils, as they cause photosensitivity.
How to
- Mix all ingredients except zinc oxide in a glass bowl.
- Heat in a double boiler until melted.
- Remove from heat, add zinc oxide, and mix.
- Pour into small glass jars.
- Cool in refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Store at room temperature.
9. Homemade toothpaste
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons coconut oil
- 6 tablespoons baking soda
- 10 drops of mint essential oil
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
How to
- Combine all ingredients in a bowl.
- Mix to a smooth paste.
- Store in a small glass jar.
10. Homemade body butter
Ingredients
- 215g coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon of vitamin E oil
- A few drops of lavender essential oil
How to
- Combine ingredients in a bowl.
- Beat with an electric mixer on high for 6-7 minutes.
- Store in a glass jar at room temperature.
Where to find coconut oil?
You can easily find coconut oil in supermarkets or organic stores.
Unfortunately, supermarkets often overprice it since demand is growing.
We recommend 100% virgin coconut oil like this affordable, well-reviewed option.
