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.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Pure castile soap
- ½ cup Shea Butter
- 1 tablespoon Aloe Vera gel
- 1 tablespoon Glycerin (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 Capsule / 1 teaspoon of Vitamin E
- 25 drops of your favorite essential oil or combination- I used 14 drops of Lemon + 6 drops of Lavender + 4 drops Sweet Orange
Instructions
- Melt shea butter in a double boiler
- Then add aloe Vera, glycerin and honey each to the mixture with Vitamin E
- Stir well and slowly add while 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
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Pure- Castile Soap | Shea Butter | Aloe Vera | Glycerin | Honey | Vitamin E | Lemon Essential Oil | Mason Jar | Dispenser
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Love,
Surekha
