DIY Eyelash AdhesiveI started making my own eyelash glue when I realized the store brand ones I was using was making my lids a bit itchy. This adhesive is made of a few simple household products and keeps your lashes on all day.
How to Make Sugar Wax at HomeThis sugar wax recipe has been tried, tested, and true. After many failed attempts, this recipe has been proven to work, and so we're super pumped to share it with you! You only need three ingredients :)
Making Pastel Hair DyesYou can save lots of money mixing up your own shades of colour instead of buying multiple colours when you want to do your own ombre hair. Due to the pandemic, I've been finding ways to save money, but still have things like fun hair colours and styles. Follow along to find out how to get this thrifty yet beautiful mermaid-inspired ombre hair by making pastels.
Moisturizing Lavender Body ScrubThis is a great moisturizing scrub! Plus it smells great;). It can be used anytime and it is excellent for pampering yourself at home. I usually use it right after I shave to soothe my skin (I have very sensitive skin and this is wonderful for it!)
DIY Pore Minimizing Face PrimerMy favourite pore minimizing primer is a whopping $31 for a .75 ounce tube. That's crazy talk for us who are budgeting. I also noticed there are plenty of ingredients in it I cannot pronounce, so I tried making my own with things I already have in my makeup bag. It ended up being awesome, and is now my go-to primer!
Homemade Plumping Lip ExfoliatorI love this all natural lip fix. It helps keep your lips smooth by exfoliating, but at the same time plumps them naturally while adding a kick of colour. Use this once or twice a week for smooth and full lips every day. I make these for my girlfriends and they love it!
DIY Translucent Makeup Finishing PowderI admit I used to buy makeup finishing powders from my favourite beauty shop for $20 to $40. Now I make my own and it works just as well. I gently apply it after I've put on my makeup and it helps keep my makeup on all day as well as minimize the appearance of pores and fine lines.
Make Your Own Facial WipesInstead of buying facial wipes make your own!
Homemade Eye Makeup RemoverI was tired of trying to find an eye makeup remover that was affordable, didn't have a lot of chemicals, and didn't burn my eyes.
Homemade Coffee Eyebrow TintI have patchy eyebrows from years of over plucking back in the day. Loving a very full looking pair of brows, I have gone through quite a bit of eyebrow pencils and tints. I now make my own with my used coffee grounds in the morning.
Cocoa Butter CreamThis all natural moisturizer smells as good as it works. I had dry patches on my face for weeks, the morning after using this they were gone. This is first and foremost a face lotion. Yet it also works wonders on any other area of your body, hands, elbows, etc. A little goes a long way.
Hair DetanglerThis is an all natural de-tangling aid for use in the shower. It is chemical free and nearly free to make.
Coconut Oil ConditionerScented with rosemary and lavender, this nutrient rich conditioner will definitely moisturize your hair. A little goes a long way, so this is very economical as it will last a long time! Best of all, no chemicals or toxins.
Coconut Milk ShampooThis is a recipe for all natural, chemical free shampoo. It smells great and is very moisturizing. A little goes a long way, it is very concentrated and lathers beautifully. My hubby is very suspicious of homemade products, but he actually loves this! :)
Pampering Lemon Peppermint Bath BombsThese bath bombs combine the refreshing scent of lemon with the relaxing scent of peppermint to create a bath bomb that will knock the socks off the ones you buy at the mall. With an infusion of oil and sea salt in them, your skin will feel like it has spent the day at the spa.
Homemade Bronzer (Contouring Powder)This bronzer/contouring powder can be used as a regular bronzer or to enhance cheekbones. Enjoy!
Craft Project: Mother's Day Bath SaltsShow Mom how much you appreciate her by giving her some homemade bath salt for Mother's Day.
Invigorating Bath SaltsThese quick bath salts are easy to make and even easier to customize. The Epsom salt soothes your body while the fragrances sooth your nerves.
Scented Glycerine SoapsRecipe for making Scented Glycerine Soaps.
Cranberry Lip GlossMix all ingredients together and heat in the microwave until it begins to boil (usually 1-2 minutes). Stir well, mash the berries, and let stand 5 minutes. Strain the mixture to remove pieces of cranberry.
Dry Scalp TreatmentSqueeze ginger root through press to obtain one tablespoon of juice. Mix all ingredients. Apply to scalp and let dry before shampooing. Repeat three times a week.
Fruit ConditionerCombine mashed avocado with some coconut milk. Mash together until it is smooth and about as thick as shampoo. Comb it through the hair and let sit for 10-15 minutes.
