Simple, economical, natural and eco-friendly!

DIY: Three common beauty products that are easy to make!

12. Dez. 2019 von CodeCheck Team

Deodorant, body wash and shampoo are the absolute beauty basics. Unfortunately, they often contain suspicious ingredients and produce a lot of packaging waste. In our DIY series we show you zero waste recipes with purely natural ingredients. Let’s get resourceful!

Many beauty products today contain questionable ingredients for our health and the environment. From sulfates to preservatives, fragrances to microbeads, they are better left off your skin! Therefore, what better way than to make your own products to avoid harm to your health and to the environment? At CodeCheck we believe in natural ingredients to nourish your health and the earth. The added benefit is you have the flexibility to modify the recipe to satisfy your needs and preferences.

Cut down on waste

Plastic, plastic, plastic! Most of our beauty products are packaged in it, and they all end up in the bin. Waste reduction starts with the consumer. In an announcement for the UK’s statistics on waste, the Department for Environment, Food, and Rural Affairs reveals 2,260 thousand tonnes of plastic packaging waste every year. (data from 2017) Of this plastic waste, 46% is recycled. Indeed, recycling is important, but the added value of creating your own beauty products gives you the opportunity to REUSE and cut waste down even further. Added bonus: it’s economical!

Without further suspense, let’s jump into our recipes

1. Body wash: Gentle and moisturizing to your skin.

You need:

80ml liquid castile soap

70ml carrier oil

(choose from: jojoba, almond, coconut, olive, avocado)

2 tbsp Vitamin E oil

5 tbsp honey (raw honey is ideal)
40 drops essential oil (optional)

(choose from: lavender, tea tree, vanilla, bergamot, lime)

Glass bottle with a stopper or a pump top soap dispenser

To make:

Mix all the ingredients together until well blended. Place in the bottle of your choice.

To use:

Give your concoction a good shake before using. Add to a body sponge or washcloth and voila!

2. Shampoo: Simple but effective!

You need:

5 tbsp baking soda
180ml purified water
4 drops castor oil
10 drops essential oil (optional)

(choose from: tea tree, lavender, peppermint)

250ml used shampoo bottle or glass bottle with stopper

To make:

This recipe is not only simple but the positive feedback is astounding! Put the ingredients directly into the bottle and shake for about a minute.

To use:

Give your bottle a good shake. Apply to the roots, working it through to the ends of your hair. Leave for 3 minutes and rinse!

Tip: Use an Apple Cider Vinegar Rinse as a Conditioner

3. Deodorant: Fresh, natural, and it really works!

You need:

2 tbsp baking soda
5 tbsp arrowroot powder
6 tbsp shea butter
40 drops of essential oils (optional)

(choose from: frankincense, lavender, tea tree oil, palmarosa)

4 oz jar

To make:

In a large bowl mix the baking soda and arrowroot powder together. Then, work in the shea butter with a fork until crumbly. Add in the essential oil of your choice and use a hand mixer to thoroughly blend in the ingredients. Transfer to a 4oz jar.

To use:

Scoop out a tiny portion of your mixture with your fingertips and spread evenly under your arms until fully absorbed.

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