DIY Makeup Recipes are here to save you money, make you more beautiful, and reduce exposure to potentially toxic chemical compounds. These recipes with all-natural ingredients are easy to make and budget-friendly! Each project opens up a door to being more self-sufficiently fabulous.
Non-Toxic All-Natural Makeup Ideas
Unfortunately, all too often, our beauty products contain harsh chemicals. Organizations like Campaign for Safe Cosmetics, the Environmental Working Group, and American Testing Lab have done the hard work of analyzing and recording common ingredients found in makeup and cosmetics. Many ingredients seem to pose little risk. However, exposure to some components may link to serious side effects worth knowing about.
Beauty products may seem glamorous, but who wants to apply toxins to your face every day? It’s just not worth the risk.
Make natural makeup so you know that what you are using is the good stuff. For other natural beauty products, and to prep your face for makeup, take a look at our Pumpkin Spice Facial Scrub Recipe, and for the lips, our DIY Brown Sugar Lip Scrub.
How Do You Make Makeup From Scratch?
You can get almost everything you need for these natural makeup recipes from the health food store. Many of the ingredients may already be in your kitchen!
Homemade makeup is a fantastic way to cut costs and waste. In addition to using inexpensive ingredients, you can also reuse empty makeup containers for storing homemade products. Reusing containers helps reduce the use of plastic and packaging.
These recipes require mixing and whisking the ingredients together to get the right consistency. Simple, everyday tools like a whisk, mixing bowls, and spoons are usually all you need. There is a lot of room for play and customizing scents while you give your whole self-care routine a makeover with natural options.
DIY Natural Makeup Recipes
Make enough mascara for you and all your friends for the same cost as one store-bought tube. You will save heaps of money and look more lovely because there is nothing but healthy ingredients on your face and in your hair. I’m sure you’ll be amazed by how simple it is to make your own all-natural lip gloss, body butter, makeup removal pads, and more!
Making mascara is easier than you might think. First, double boil a small amount of natural ingredients. Then, pour them into a plastic bag once cooled. Next, snip a corner off the plastic bag and squeeze your homemade mascara in an empty mascara container. Simply amazing!
Whip up homemade lip gloss in minutes by following simple step-by-step directions. The secret ingredient, Kool-Aid, creates different shades and yummy flavors. Protect your lips and make them shine with this inexpensive, easy recipe!
Avoid nasty chemical perfumes and make a fragrance you love. This simple recipe combines beeswax, jojoba oil, and your favorite essential oil or oil blend. There is everything to love about this DIY perfume!
Whipped Lemongrass Body Butter makes a luscious gift for a friend or for your own skin. The texture is fantastic, and the process is easy, so don’t skip the experience! From start to finish, this skincare project takes less than an hour.
Apply a bit of this Silky Smooth Legs Sugar Scrub before shaving to moisturize and smooth skin. Your legs will feel like butter, but it’s all thanks to the sugar. This lemony scrub makes skin so soft you’ll want to use it every day!
Skip the expensive store-bought dry shampoo and make your own version for pennies. DIY Dry Shampoo uses common pantry ingredients you probably already have! Keep your hair looking great between washes with this simple secret, and share the tips with your friends.
Get beachy waves by spritzing your hair with this Sea Salt Hair Spray. Aloe vera brings the shine and nutrients to your hair, while the salt gives it that “I just got done surfing” look. Customize the spray with your favorite essential oils.
Give your nails a clean, manicured finish with DIY cuticle oil. They will look great, and you will love having the money you saved by replicating a salon treatment at home. Once you make this recipe, you will never want to be without it.
Get eyeliner off in a cinch with DIY Makeup Remover Pads. These homemade pads will also save money compared to buying them at the store. Plus, they make great gifts for your cat-eyed friends.
More Easy Homemade Beauty Ideas
- Best DIY Face Mask for Dry Skin – 4 Easy Recipes!
- 6 Homemade Body Salt Scrub Recipes with Essential Oils
- 7 Homemade Brown Sugar Scrub Recipes
- 7 Natural DIY Hairspray Recipes for Every Hair Type
Men need face care too, don’t leave them out of the beauty regimen! Try this Beard Balm recipe to beautify even the most unruly beard.