How to make a 100% natural day cream in DIY cosmetics?

• 20 ml of vegetable oil (for example, Jojoba, Sweet Almond, Avocado)
• 3 ml of essential oil (for example, true lavender, Cineole Rosemary, Roman Chamomile)
• 60 ml of hydrosol (for example, Damask Rose, True Lavender, Cornflower Water)
• 1 tablespoon of Beeswax
• 1 tablespoon of Aloe Vera gel

• In a double boiler, melt the beeswax until completely liquid.
• Remove from the heat, add the vegetable oil, essential oil and Aloe Vera gel. Mix well.
• Slowly add the hydrosol, mixing constantly.
• Transfer the cream to a clean jar and let cool to room temperature.
• Once the cream is firm, cover and store in the refrigerator.

This cream can be used as a moisturizing and nourishing day cream for the skin. It is important to note that essential oils can be irritating to the skin and should be used with caution. It is always best to do a patch test before using a new cream.

Moisturizing cream for dry skin:

• Use nourishing vegetable oils such as Argan or Apricot Kernel oil;
• Add hydrating hydrosols such as Lavender or Rose.

Anti-aging cream for mature skin:

• Use vegetable oils rich in antioxidants such as borage or raspberry oil;
• Add anti-aging essential oils such as lavender or rosemary.

Balancing cream for oily skin:

• Use light vegetable oils such as jojoba or grapeseed oil;
• Add astringent hydrosols such as green tea or witch hazel.

Nourishing cream for dry skin:

• Use nutrient-rich vegetable oils such as coconut or shea oil;
• Add nourishing hydrosols such as rose or lavender water.

Refreshing cream for sensitive skin:

• Use soothing vegetable oils such as calendula or avocado oil;
• Add soothing hydrosols such as cucumber or chamomile.

Nourishing cream for dehydrated skin:

• Use nourishing vegetable oils such as apricot kernel or macadamia oil;
• Add hydrating hydrosols such as orange blossom or rose water.

Brightening cream for dull skin:

• Use vegetable oils rich in vitamin C such as guava or sea buckthorn oil;
• Add lightening hydrosols such as chamomile or lemon.

Soothing cream for sensitive skin:

• Use soothing vegetable oils such as calendula or hemp oil;
• Add soothing hydrosols such as lavender or chamomile.

Repair cream for damaged skin:

• Use restorative vegetable oils such as baobab or argan oil;
• Add healing hydrosols such as rosemary or lavender.

The essential oils that you add will give more intense properties to your day cream. You can add them to the aforementioned mixtures depending on the effects sought below:

• Lavender essential oil to moisturize and soothe the skin.
• Chamomile essential oil to soothe and calm the skin.
• Geranium essential oil to firm and regenerate the skin.
• Rosemary essential oil to stimulate blood circulation and refresh the skin.
• Rose essential oil to nourish and moisturize the skin.
• Orange blossom essential oil to moisturize and soften the skin.
• Lemon essential oil to lighten and illuminate the skin.
• Peppermint essential oil to refresh and tone the skin.
• Grapefruit essential oil to balance and regenerate the skin.