As the weather gets warmer, it becomes increasingly important to be mindful of what goes on your skin. We all know that sunscreen is crucial for protecting against the destructive effects of ultraviolet light. So put on some SPF and you’re set, right?
Actually, that might not be enough.
Even if you choose a natural, zinc-oxide based sunscreen, your best attempts at anti-aging could potentially be impeded by the oils in your favourite skincare products.
All-Natural DIY Cola Lip Balm Using Essential Oils
If you like the smell and flavour of cola without the extra calories (or sugar), our DIY cola lip balm is for you! Even if you’re a fist time beauty-DIYer, this recipe is very simple to make. As an added bonus, it doesn’t contain the synthetic fragrances, polyunsaturated oils, or petroleum byproducts found in many store bought lip balms.
You might be asking — how do you make a cola-scented lip balm without the use of artificial fragrances? Well, we discovered that a simple blend of two essential oils smells exactly like cola when combined. Yes, only two! You can also try this combination in your diffuser if you want your house to smell delicious! See more about that here.
DIY 2-Ingredient Makeup Melting Vanilla Cleansing Balm
If you’ve spent any length of time browsing Sephora, you’ve likely noticed the collection of products devoted to removing makeup. I don’t know about you, but when faced with hordes of wipes, micellar liquids and bottles of oil, part of me starts to believe I need 11 different steps to wash my face.
Choosing what kind of makeup to put on my skin is already hard enough without worrying about which product (or two, or three) is best at taking it off. For that reason, and to avoid mental exhaustion, I usually stick with good old virgin coconut oil.