Homemade face moisturizer recipes, like this one for an anti-aging face moisturizer, are a great way to look fabulous and live frugal.
Today, there’s a lot of emphasis on opting for all natural and organic foods to feed your family. We’re all very concerned about what we’re putting in our bodies… which is great, but shouldn’t we also be concerned about what we’re putting on our bodies?
It seems counterproductive to spend a lot of time filling your stomach with all natural ingredients only to slather your skin with man-made chemicals. At least to me. That’s why I’ve been trying a variety of recipes for all natural bath and beauty products, like homemade face moisturizer recipes and face mask recipes.
This natural homemade face moisturizer has only 4 ingredients, none of which are unpronounceable or potentially harmful chemicals. You can use this homemade moisturizer for face, décolletage, and your neck without fear of your skin becoming irritated.
In fact, homemade face moisturizer recipes like this one actually sooth and protect your skin. For example, the coconut oil in this natural homemade face moisturizer contains vitamin E and important fatty acids, is extremely hydrating, and has anti-fungal properties. All of that in just one ingredient! This homemade face moisturizer’s other ingredients include Argan oil which also contains vitamin E and fatty acids as well as antioxidant properties.
In addition to being safe for sensitive skin, homemade face moisturizer recipes like this one (with so few ingredients) are inexpensive, quick, and easy to make. Perfect for the busy mom on a budget, right? Honestly, homemade face moisturizer recipes don’t get much easier than this. You just melt the coconut oil, mix all the ingredients together, and let this natural homemade face moisturizer do its thing!
All Natural Homemade Face Moisturizer Recipes: Anti-Aging Face Moisturizer
If you’re fighting the signs of aging, in addition to homemade face moisturizers like this one (with anti-aging properties), you should try this:
Ultimately, you may not be able to win the war against time… but you can certainly give it hell! 😉
INGREDIENTS
2 T. coconut oil
2 tsp. Argan oil
6 drops frankincense essential oil
4 drops geranium essential oil
DIRECTIONS
1. Place coconut oil in a microwave-safe container and microwave in 30 second increments, stirring each time, until melted.
2. Allow coconut oil to cool for a few minutes.
3. Stir in Argan oil and both essential oils.
4. Pour mixture into a small squeeze bottle.
5. Shake well to combine.
To use:
1. Shake natural homemade face moisturizer.
2. Squeeze a small amount onto your fingertips.
3. Apply sparingly to your face in an upwards motion.
Tip: If this homemade moisturizer for face becomes too cold it may solidify. To return it to it’s liquid state, simply run the bottle under warm water for a few minutes.
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Homemade Face Moisturizer
Materials
- 2 T. coconut oil
- 2 tsp. Argan oil
- 6 drops frankincense essential oil
- 4 drops geranium essential oil
Instructions
- Place coconut oil in a microwave-safe container and microwave in 30 second increments, stirring each time, until melted.
- Allow coconut oil to cool for a few minutes.
- Stir in Argan oil and both essential oils.
- Pour mixture into a small squeeze bottle.
- Shake well to combine.
Notes
To use:
1. Shake natural homemade face moisturizer.
2. Squeeze a small amount onto your fingertips.
3. Apply sparingly to your face in an upwards motion.
Tip: If this homemade moisturizer for face becomes too cold it may solidify. To return it to it’s liquid state, simply run the bottle under warm water for a few minutes.
Rosetta Montgomery says
Do you have a substitute for frankincense oil?
I have stress related seizures and am unable to use it.
Jenny - Support Your Beauty says
Hi Kelli,
I love the benefits of Argan oil when it comes to anti-aging, so I’ll be trying this recipe. I like making DIY skincare recipes and this recipe of yours is an addition to my recipe (hehe). Thanks!
Kelli says
Hi Jenny, I love Argan oil too! 🙂 Kelli
Cindy says
What a wonderful recipe for an anti-aging face moisturizer. I am ready to try this. The DIY microdermabrasion paste is a recipe I have been looking for and it is simple. Thanks for sharing this.
Kelli says
Hi Cindy, I’m so glad! Please share your experience. 🙂 Kelli
Taylor says
Will it make my face oily??