Welcome to my "Eco Beauty List"- where I'll share my absolute favourite DIY body and beauty favourites that I use regularly. The list will be ever increasing as I try and discover the best that will make it into my everyday routine.
FACE
Face cleanser: Honey.
Yep, seriously, honey (for a variety of reasons linked in the post for your reading pleasure) has been an amazingly effective, moisturizing, antibacterial and effective face wash.
Moisturizer: (still searching!)
Exfoliant: Oatmeal Lavender Scrub.
This stuff seriously rocks and is so easy to make. All my friends are now converted (and were gifted small jars of my stash!)
Makeup remover: Jojoba Oil.
It's ridiculously effective and leaves my skin moisturized and soft all night!
Mask: Clay mask from Five Seed
(love! Unfortunately she's not make it right now, but all her products are fabulous- worth the look!)
BODY
Moisturizer:
Dry skin (winter)- Calendula infused Coconut and Cocoa Butter
(easier to make than you'd think!)
Regular skin (summer)- Vanilla Coconut Oil
(VERY easy to make)
Body exfoliant: Honey Sugar Scrub
why people actually pay money for this stuff I have no idea. It's so easy to make and works miraculously.
Soap: Bar Soap
That I purchase locally without palm oil or any nasty chemicals.
HAIR
Still searching!
For the hair department I'd suggest plain water :) For over a year now I've been shampoo-free. At first I used baking soda and apple cider vinegar (ACV), then only ACV, and once the year had passed tried only water. But yes, it took me over a year to establish balance in my hair and scalp.
ReplyDeleteI'd also suggest nettles and green tea - although one must remember that tea is also used for colouring...
I've been very happy with my choice :) (Googling no-poo should result for more info.)
Have you tried Live Clean shampoos and conditioners? I love them and they are eco-friendly.
ReplyDeleteJust out of curiosity, anything on natural fragrances? I love all things yummy smelling, but can't stand the thought of spraying myself, or my clothing, or my house, etc. with nasty chemicals. Honestly the stuff in most perfumes and air fresheners is revolting. Just curious to hear your thoughts. Cheers!
ReplyDeleteHi There. If you make your own home-made mayonaise (eggs, oil, etc), use this on your hair instead of conditioner. I have another recipe but its at home, will share is soon :) Jeanette
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ReplyDeleteIf you're still searching for a 100% natural moisturiser please feel free to send me an email at herbjar@herbjar.co.uk and I'll arrange a free sample for you.
For a hair wash, I recommend Moroccan lava clay (also called Rhassoul or Ghasoul clay). It's the only hair wash I use. No surfactants or any harsh chemicals and it leaves my hair shiny and bouncy.