With summer in full swing, I’ve been looking for ways to keep my skin feeling fresh and hydrated without relying on store-bought products full of chemicals. That’s why I decided to make my own all natural body wash with a lemony fresh smell. Not only is it super easy to make, but it’s also gentle on the skin and perfect for those hot summer days. Plus, there’s something incredibly satisfying about using a product you made yourself! In this post, I’ll share my simple recipe for a refreshing DIY body wash that will leave your skin feeling soft, revitalized, and smelling like a burst of citrus all summer long. Let’s dive in!
How to Make Your Own All Natural Body Wash
Liquid Castile Soap- Pure castile soap is free from synthetic preservatives, detergents or foaming agents. Dr. Bonner’s castile soap is a universal cleanser that can be used to clean the face, body, hair, food, dishes, laundry, mopping, etc.
Aloe Vera- Aloe Vera possesses antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and astringent properties which make it suitable for problem and acne-prone skin. It helps the skin heal from sunburns, cuts, and wounds quickly.
Vitamin E- Vitamin E is a wonderful antioxidant that blocks free radicals from the skin, which play a major part in the aging process. It also protects the skin from cell mutation in the sun and pollution. The anti-inflammatory property makes it soothing and appropriate for sensitive and problematic skin. Vitamin E oil can be very thick in consistency hence used in low quantity or usually combined with carrier oils.
Raw Honey- Honey is an excellent skin cleanser. It clarifies skin and keeps pores clean. Plus, the anti-bacterial prevents bacteria from causing breakouts. Honey is also said to lighten skin thus used to lighten the appearance of age spots and scars.
Glycerin– Glycerin is an excellent humectant just like honey, meaning it attracts water and maintains the water level in the intercellular level- in short seals in the moisture that might otherwise escape. Apart from being highly moisturizing, it also helps in improving the appearance of skin as it avoids skin looking dry and scaly.
DIY All Natural Body Wash With Shea Butter and Aloe Vera
Ingredients
- 1 cup Castile soap
- ½ cup Shea Butter
- ½ tablespoon Aloe Vera gel
- ½ tablespoon Glycerin optional
- ½ tablespoon Honey
- 1 Capsule / 1 teaspoon of Vitamin E
- 25 drops of your favorite essential oil or combination- I used 15 drops of Lemon + 6 drops of Lavender + 4 drops of sweet orange
Instructions
- Melt ½ cup of shea butter in a double boiler
- Then add ½ tablespoon of aloe Vera, glycerin and honey each to the mixture with 1 capsule of Vitamin E
- Stir well and slowly add while ½ castile soap by stirring.
- Transfer the mixture to the a glass bottle/ Mason jar
- Shake well before each use and follow with the shea butter moisturizer for a soft and glowing skin.
Shop This All-Natural Body Wash Recipe
Pure- Castile Soap | Shea Butter | Aloe Vera | Glycerin | Honey | Vitamin E | Lemon Essential Oil | Mason Jar | Dispenser
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I make my own face wash which looks similar to this one but i didn’t think to add shea butter to make a body wash!
I want to try this so bad. My skin is so dry, especially in the winter time.
Ohh this sounds perfect for my skin as it does like all things natural and DIYing it means I know exactly what is going in!
I love making my own shampoos and soaps and I don’t have one for the shower yet, so this is great and sounds like a wonderful recipe – I just need to get some aloe vera! Congrats on Feedspot nomination, your dedication is paying off!
I keep trying to get motivated to start making my own cleaning and self care products. At least I bought some handmade natural soaps at local vendor events. I’m keeping this recipe for the future though.
I make several of my own cleaning products. I’ll have to try this out though. It looks pretty easy to make.
This soap sounds wonderful. I love that you can use different scents.
I have never made my own body wash, but it looks like cool to make. Thank you for sharing the recipe. I’ll try it over the summer.
Great post! Can’t wait to give this shot! Looks really easy to make!
this sounds fantastic, i love DIY projects and can’t wait to try it!
This is awesome. I have sensitive skin too, and it is rare that I find a soap that doesn’t leave my sky dry or itchy. I am keen to give this one a go and have pinned for later. Congrats on making the top 100 too!
DIYing the products that you use seem to be the best way to achieve the effects that you want. This DIY body wash is filled with healthy ingredients which seem good even for sensitive skin.
Oh this sounds great! I’ve never made my own skin products although I have friends who make all of their own! I’d love to give this a try!
This sounds good. I would love to try and make my own products. Thanks for the recipe, I will give it a try.
Aloe vera is so good for you and while I have never tried making my own products I love the idea of making my own. It seems more exciting! x
Aww, thanks so much for sharing this. I always wanted to make my own body wash 🙂
Wow, we should really thank you for this share.
These ingredients are really good for the skin like the Vit E. Thanks for the help.
What a cool DIY project! I cant wait to try it out! Maybe add a little lavender too 😉 Xx- Doran @HauteBeautyGuide
I haven’t tried making my own soap or body wash. The procedure looks easy enough to follow though. I’m going to try to make some this weekend.
I haven’t tried making my own body wash. This looks like an interesting craft I can make myself. Let me see if I can get all the ingredients together and if I do, you can be sure I will be mixing away!
Cool! I’ve never tried making my own body wash before. I think it’s awesome and it’s definitely so much better because it doesn’t contain chemicals.
I love experiments and this seems like a great experiment to create my own body wash. Although i’m not familiar with some of the ingredients.
This looks like a fantastic DIY! I am always looking for more holistic products. I will definitely give this one a go this weekend! XO
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That’s look great product , thank you for sharing . Using things away from chemical will save our life and environment
Oh I would love to try and make this. It sounds so refreshing and nice. I need to get a few of the ingredients first. Thanks for the recipe.
this is excellent. This would help me save a little bit of money. if I put in a nice container, it will be a nice giveaway.
I love how you share the recipe on how to make it yourself! I am going to have to try it out for myself! thank you!
I’m definitely pinning this to try!
I’ve never DIY anything related to body wash, shampoo, etc! But I think I’d try this one!
I always love DIY beauty products. Where can I get white castile soap?