MUSIC: Syn Cole – Miami82 (Kygo Remix)
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Hello Everyone!
Today’s video kick’s off my DIY series which I will try to do every month. This DIY teaches you how to make your very own cleansing balm made of all natural ingredients. There are many cleansing balms out on the market now, but many of these can be over $30. This simple DIY costs a fraction of that, and you can mix and combine ingredients to match your personal needs, making as many batches as you’d like for yourself or as gifts for friends.
Competing Products:
EVE LOM Cleansing Balm $50 | MAC Cleanse-Off Oil $30 | Clinique Take the Day Off $28
OMOROVICZA Thermal Cleansing Balm $105.00
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Oil cleansing is a great way to remove makeup without the use of harsh cleansers that can actually strip the moisture from your skin. Using oil as an alternative will add moisture back into your skin, and depending on your blend of oils, there can be other benefits as well.
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What you will need:
A container to store your home made cleansing balm ( I used an empty Blender Cleanser bar)
Rubbing alcohol to sterilize all containers
A mixing bowl to combine ingredients
A spon and fork to scoop and mix products
Grapeseed Oil http://tinyurl.com/k9zh29y
Coconut Oil http://tinyurl.com/lue5puf
Castor Oil (Hexane free) http://tinyurl.com/lnvotrh
After sterilizing mix all the ingredients in you mixing bowl until you have a whipped consistency, a fork is best to do this with. Then scoop into your storage container and use a small amount to cleanse away any makeup or dirt.
*Grapeseed Oil* is a great moisturizer and contains many antioxidants which can help with anti aging, contains Vitamin E which can help fade acne scars and fine lines.
*Coconut Oil* is a fabulous emulsifier which easily breaks down pigments, it also is very hydrating and acts as the base of our balm because it thickens when exposed to cooler temperatures. Make sure to buy virgin 100% coconut oil to receive the maximum amount of natural nutrients and vitamins found in Coconut oil.
*Castor Oil* is best for cleansing as it penetrates deep into the skin to lift impurities. It is also a very drying oil so you do not want to use it alone.
These combination of these three oils will allow the mixture to stay in a whipped balm form as opposed to hardening like coconut oil does when it cools down. This balm can be stored for a few months and can be used daily.
Some essential oils you can add as well are:
Frankensense – anti-aging
Lavender – calming and revitalizing
Rose absolute – brightening and softening
Tea Tree Oil – treats acne and clears away bacteria
These essential oils are very potent and only a few drops should be used. Consult a dermatologist or do research online before using these to find out what best suits you.
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Thank you guys so much for watching and if any of you try this recipe out please let me know via social media on Twitter or Instagram with the hashtag #cookmakeup so I can stay connected with you all. And be sure to subscribe to me so you can keep up with these DIY’s and my weekly eyeshadow looks uploaded every Sunday night *:))*
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15 Comments
Loved this video. Thanks for sharing. Wow! U even showed us how to use it in 2 different ways, that was awesome. Good to know that it won't cause break outs for acne prone skin. Thanks again.
Thank you for this video. I needed something affordable. Keep them coming👍
I loved this video! I have very dry skin so this would be perfect for me to try out! Thank you so much for sharing this 🙂
I love this, thank you! I'm earning my aromatherapy certification and can absolutely tell you the blend you used is stellar. Wish I had thought of putting these all together…thanks for sharing this!
Great idea! Can't wait to try it. Am so glad to have found you. New Subbie 🙂
Im thinking about trying this, but im wondering what the melting point is? My coconut oil doesn't stay solid in the summer (when it gets around 85-90 degrees F) so Im wondering if this would also melt because it has coconut oil in it? I really like the clinique cleansing balm but im trying to find cheaper alternatives as its so expensive!! Thanks 🙂
Why would you sanitize the bowl only to then use your finger to wipe the coconut oil off the spoon. Defeats the purpose.
great video i love the elemis pro collagen cleansing balm but wanted a cheaper alternative i'll b trying this out for sure can u add essential oils?
Fantastic video!
I would love to know how you clean up after using balms and wax etc.. I make stuff and it takes a full roll of kitchen paper and several kettles of boiling water to clean up!!??
Thanks for this video. I have a question: when you wash your face after using the balm, especially for makeup removal, doesn't the face get all sticky and greasy? Also, does the balm come off easily with water?
Loved the video! Can I substitute the grapeseed oil for vitamin E oil or does that affect the results?
Use some vitamin E as it preserves it and makes it last longer.
Coconut oil can clog pores
Do more diy, I’m here for it 😊
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