With the lockdown extended, so is the uncertainty on when we’ll be able to hit the beauty stores for our beauty essentials. While some stores offer door-to-door delivery, there can still be delays in delivery due to MECQ—and, you know, skincare can’t wait.
But no need to worry. If you’re looking for a cheaper and more natural alternative to your skincare, body care or hair care products, covered are you! See five easy do-it-yourself recipes for your beauty needs below!
Body scrub
Got used dried coffee grounds? Don’t throw them just yet because you may use it to make Coffee Body Scrub. Not only does it feel good on the skin, coffee grounds also has several benefits for the skin: it reduces the appearance of cellulite, improves blood circulation, adds glow to the skin, reduces inflammation, and many more!
Ingredients:
- ½ cup coffee ground
- ¼ cup coconut oil
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder
Instructions:
- In a glass bowl, combine all the ingredients and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Store the mixture in an airtight jar.
Lip scrub
Give your lips the TLC it needs! Easily whip up this 3-step Coconut Lip Scrub and exfoliate away!
Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp. brown sugar
- 1 tbsp. coconut oil
- 1 tbsp. honey
- ½ tbsp. lukewarm water
- Small container
Instructions:
- In a bowl, mix together coconut oil and honey.
- Add in sugar and water.
- Add in a few drops of essential oils and mix.
- Store in an acrylic or glass lip balm container.
Sheet mask
Does your skin need a little help with hydration? This Hydrating and Anti-Aging Sheet Mask recipe uses only three ingredients that you probably already have at home!
Ingredients:
- Dry sheet masks (You can get these from Daiso, Miniso, or Mumuso or you may use gauze pads)
- ¼ cup distilled water
- ½ teaspoon of honey
- 5-7 drops of rosehip oil
Instructions:
- Combine all the liquid ingredients together.
- Take your cotton sheet mask and drench it in the solution. Make sure it’s evenly soaked and let the excess drip off the mask.
- Leave on for 20 minutes. Remove mask and massage any leftover liquid into skin.
Read also: Homemade Masks For Hair Loss
