SKIN MOISTURIZER DIY

Coconut oil moisturizer

Ingredients:

½ cup organic coconut oil

One teaspoon liquid vitamin E

12 drops of lavender essential oil

MAKE IT

Begin by melting the coconut oil. Next, place the jar into a receptacle filled with warm water. Incorporate the other ingredients, and mix until they're evenly combined. After the coconut oil is solidified, you'll have created your handmade moisturizer that has an abundance of health benefits.

Olive Oil Moisturiser

Ingredients:

Half cup extra virgin olive oil

2capsules of vitamin E

2tbsp coconut oil

One tbsp beeswax

Method 

Combine the coconut and olive oil with the beeswax in a pan. Let it simmer until the content is melted. After crushing the capsules of vitamin E, add them to the content. Once it’s cooled down, your moisturizer is ready to use!

Aloe Vera Moisturiser

Ingredients:

2 tbsp coconut oil

4 tbsp aloe vera gel

1 tsp vitamin E oil

2 tbsp almond oil

MAKE IT 

Mix the oil with aloe vera gel into a clean container. Then, add the melted coconut oil to the content, afterward. That is all!

NOTE: This is a moisturizer that will keep your skin supple and soft while aiming at diminishing the wrinkles and tightening up the skin. Aloe vera can do marvels for your complexion, especially if you’re dealing with excessive dryness during harmattan It aims at rejuvenating fibroblast cells in the skin, which protect your complexion from the harmful UV radiation.

Almond Oil Moisturiser for Dry Skin: Almond oil is known to promote the health of the skin. It is loaded with vitamin E, potassium, zinc, monounsaturated fatty acids, and other essential vitamins. Plus, it’s hypoallergenic, recommended especially for sensitive, dry skin.

Ingredients:

1 tbsp almond oil

1 tbsp honey

2 tbsp cocoa butter

2 tsp rose water

Start by melting the cocoa butter and almond oil in a container. Remove the mixture from the heat and add the rose water and honey to it. After blending the solution, allow it to cool down.

Shea Butter Eczema Moisturiser- related to shea butter and oats, especially for sensitive skin. The majority of skin treatments for eczema contain vitamin A, which makes shea butter the perfect candidate if you have such a condition since it is rich in this vitamin. Also, oats have soothing properties; it is known for centuries for its ability to soothe itchy skin.

Ingredients:

¼ cup Shea butter

½ coconut oil

¼ cups of oats

2 tsp Vitamin E oil

A few drops of lavender essential oil

MAKE IT

Grind the oats to a powder. Then, melt the coconut oil in a pan, until it becomes liquid. Finally, add the lavender essential oil and shea butter. For excellent results, remember that the ingredients have to be evenly distributed, which is why you should mix well. Add the oats and continue stirring. And lastly, incorporate the vitamin E oil.

Hair: The Chebe + Karkar Oil

The Chebe and KARKAR OIL  Mixture is a way for women who are of African descent to grow their natural hair long, thick and beautiful. The origins of the Chebe Powder comes out of Africa. The ancient hair care secrets have been passed down generation after generation.   Countries like Sudan, Chad, and Nigeria.  Have held onto these hair care secrets/methods and have carried on the traditions until this day. The Chebe Mixture is an ancient method used to grow and manage our natural hair.

Anti Inflammatory: Cleanses the scalp and prevents fungus and other scalp issues from growing in scalps.
Alkaloids: It neutralizes the PH of the hair Shaft and scalp.
Moisture: The biggest factor in hair growth, is moisturizing and allowing the hair to grow long.

Those are the three main compounds found in Chebe mixture that alloys for healthy hair growth.

DIY SUNBURN CREAM/SPRAY

Easy sunburn cream

Organic coconut oil 

Aloe Vera +Gel

Lavender essential oil 

Peppermint essential oil 

Mix equal parts of coconut oil and aloe Vera gel

8 tbsp

MAKE IT

Mixed together 1/4 cup of each

Add lavender and peppermint oils in a suitable container  

10 drops of lavender and

5 drop of peppermint. Stir properly well

Sunburn cream 2

2 tbsp beeswax

6 tbsp of coconut oil

4 tbsp grapeseed oil (also sub avocado, almond or olive oil)

1 cup Shea butter

16 tbsp. aloe vera gel

l20 drops lavender essential oil

MAKE IT

Add two cups of water to a small pot, and bring to a boil. Place a heat-proof glass bowl on top, and add beeswax, coconut oil, grape seed oil, and Shea butter. Reduce heat to medium and simmer until melted, about 10 - 15 minutes. Remove from heat and add in Aloe Vera gel and lavender essential oil, stir well to combine. Place in the freezer for 20 - 30 minutes, until almost solidified. Transfer mixture to a blender and process until whipped and creamy, which takes 1 - 5 minutes, depending on your blender.

Sunburn Treatment

Ingredients

2 tbsp coconut oil

2 tbsp red palm oil

4 tbsp organic Shea butter

4tbsp aloe vera gel

20 drops Lavender essential oil

10 drops lavender essential oil

MAKE IT

Combine coconut oil, red palm oil, and Shea butter. Microwave at +30 second intervals until oils are soft and mixable (not quite liquid).Stir well. Add aloe vera gel and stir well. Add essential oils and stir well once more. If the lotion appears too loose, continue to stir while allowing the oils to harden. The final lotion will be quite soft and a little will go a long way. Allow to completely cool. Store in the refrigerator.

Sunburn treatment

16 tbsp organic aloe vera juice

– 20 drops lavender essential oil

2 tbsp Trauma Oil

– You can also substitute sweet almond, olive, or jojoba oil

MAKE IT

Pour carefully aloe vera gel with Trauma Oil into a small spray bottle close it then shake well. Add 20 drops of lavender essential oil close then shake again. Spray liberally on sunburn every 2-3 hours.

Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. 

The more frequently you reapply this spray, the more quickly your sunburn will begin to heal.

Sunburn cream can be used for bites, diaper rash, and kitchen burns.

Attention: when you observe that your sunburn blisters or begins to look infected, always seek medical treatment.

Signs You Should Detoxify Skin

Rough scaly skin

Uneven skin tone 

Acne and pimples 

Dull skin 

Blackheads

Even Skin Glow

Always remove make- up before bed, use wipes or warm water 

Drink lots of water at least 1liter a day 

You should always have your Sunscreen cream handy

Exfoliate regularly 

Moisturize always 

Know Your Skin Type

There are various ways to know the type of skin that you have if you can visit a dermatologist or follow this step by step guide:

1.   wash and rinse your face with warm water then gently pat your face with a soft clean towel. Use a mild makeup cleanser to remove make-up from your face this will aid in removing dirt and oils, avoid scrubbing your face it can lead to irritation.

2. Wait (while waiting do not be tempted to touch your face) for at least one hour but preferably two hours do not apply any product on your face this will allow your face to return to its natural state.

3. Monitoring your skin closely can help you to know your skin type. However, using a tissue to dab on your face at your T-Zone can show an area that has too much oil.

(The part of your forehead above your eyebrows forms the top of the “T”. it is the bridge of  your nose, it +consist your forehead and nose )

Type of skin	Outcome
Oily Skin	If your T-Zone and other parts of your face feels moist then you have oily skin.
Combination skin	If your T-Zone, nose chin and other parts you feel dryness then you have combination skin.
Normal skin	If your whole face feels soft and moisturize then you have normal skin.
Dry skin	If you feel rough paths and tightness then you have dry skin.

The significance of knowing your skin type

In order to practice the most efficient skincare, it is important that you understand your skin type.

It is recommended that you learn the specific needs of your skin which will eventually lead to an even tone skin that is healthier and radiant.

Most people will love to change the way their skin feels and looks but can't do anything about it, however, we all can manage our skin and make it look its best.

In order to make certain of your skin care regimen, you should first check the skin care that suits both your skin type and skin needs.

Basic skin types+ characteristics everyone should know

1. Normal: Persons with this skin type are often called lucky it feels smooth, not too oily or too dry breakouts are rare. A normal skin type person is the ones that show early signs of aging so always include anti-aging products in your skincare products and avoid products that are too oily or too dry for your skin.

 2. Oily: Persons with this skin type often have shiny skin especially on the face, neck, shoulders, and back. Their pores get clogged easily causing blackheads and blemishes. Always includes facial cleansers, facial toners, facial moisturizers, pore minimizing mask.

  3. Combination: Persons that have a combination of both oily and dry skin commonly found on the forehead, nose, and+ chin while dry skin is commonly on the cheeks. Such persons feel their skin

  4. Dry: This skin type feels tight, flaky and itchy even hours after skincare products have been applied. Avoid alcohol skincare products with products that deliberately remove the skin's natural oil Cleanse with oil daily, exfoliate regularly, use serum daily, and apply a super rich cream moisturizing cream daily.