The weather plays a major role in how we look. Whether it is dryness, chapped lips, or rough skin, we cannot escape the harsh realities of mother nature. And as winter quickly approaches, the cold weather continues to increasingly take a toll on our skin. To avoid becoming a victim of cold temperatures, we discovered three DIY beauty recipes that will perfect your skin without hurting your pockets.
1. CRANBERRY LIP STAIN
Cranberries do not only taste good, they also moisturize the lips while giving them a tinted hue. Before you spend money on Shea butter or coconut oil, try this cranberry treatment.
2 tbsp coconut oil
2 tsp shea butter
1 tsp freeze dried cranberry powder
½ tsp beeswax pellets (optional- beeswax pellets provide a more firmer texture)
In a small pan/pot warm the oil and beeswax pellets until the consistency is smooth
Begin to cool the pan down and stir in the Shea butter, once mixed turn off pan
Whip the ingredients occasionally to stop separation
Add in the cranberry powder
Pour into small container or mason jar
2. PEPPERMINT COFFEE BODY SCRUB
This body scrub is a delicious treat for your skin. It does not only exfoliate and renew skin, but it will also leave you smelling great.
½ cup granulated sugar or brown sugar
¼ cup fresh coffee (to jazz it up you can use flavored coffee i.e.. Vanilla)
2-3 tbs coconut oil
10-12 drops of peppermint oil
Combine ingredients together in a bowl
If you want a drier scrub to add more drops to the mixture
3. SOOTHING PUMPKIN FACIAL
Indulge in this soothing facial while smelling like a Bath and Body Works fall scented candle. It will sooth your skin and get rid of any redness that your face may have.
2 tsp pumpkin puree
½ tsp honey (any type is okay raw, organic, etc.)
½ tsp organic milk (almond, soy, pick your poison)
Combine ingredients in bowl
Put on the face, leave on for five min.
Rinse off with lukewarm water
Regardless of the season, it is always important to clean and moisturize your skin daily. What are some of your favorite beauty secrets? Let us know by commenting below.
