DIY Natural Face Moisturizer Recipe
This DIY natural face moisturizer for dry sensitive skin combines mango butter with calendula, yarrow and plantain-infused oil for a simple, rich moisturizer that helps soften dry skin and seal in moisture. It's plant-based, coconut-oil-free and made without synthetic fragrance, emulsifiers or added preservatives.
Servings 12 oz (350g total)
Ingredients
Herb-Infused Oil (Make it in Advance)
- 110-120 g grape seed oil or other carrier oil
- 2 tbsp calendula flowers dry
- 2 tbsp yarrow flowers dry
- 2 tbsp plantain leaves dry
Moisturizer Base
- 1 cup mango butter raw, organic (melted) - aprox. 200 grams solid butter
- 110–120 g prepared herb-infused oil
Optional
- 10-15 drops German chamomile essential oil
- 10-15 drops Rose essential oil
Instructions
Make the Herb-Infused Oil (Make it In Advance)
- Place the completely dried herbs in a clean, dry glass jar and cover them with the carrier oil.For a slow infusion, allow the oil to infuse for 3–4 weeks, shaking occasionally. Strain thoroughly.For a faster infusion, gently warm the herbs and oil over a low-temperature water bath or double boiler. Just make sure there is water between the jar bottom and the pot. Let the oil infusion simmer slowly for 30 minutes to an hour each day for 3 days, stirring it occasionally. Cool and strain thoroughly.
- Measure 110–120 grams of finished infused oil. If you increase it to 200 grams you will get a much softer and liquid-ish cream.
Prepare the Mango Butter
- In a separate glass container, gently melt the mango butter in a double boiler. You should get 1 cup of liquid butter. Remove from the heat and cool until it begins to partially solidify around the edges.
Whip
- When it starts to solidify and it looks like half way hardened take out your electric hand mixer and blend until it gets fluffy like whipped cream.
- Slowly add the infused oil while mixing.Add the optional essential oils and whip again until evenly combined.
For sensitive skin: Essential oils are optional. Leave them out for the simplest formula and patch test before use.
Store
- Transfer to a clean, completely dry glass jar. Keep tightly covered in a cool, dark place.
Container tip: I use either 4 oz amber glass or cosmetic-grade blue plastic jars with tight-fitting lids. Glass is my preference for long-term storage, while plastic is lighter and more travel-friendly.
Use clean, dry hands or a cosmetic spatula when removing product from the jar.
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Notes
Adding the essential oils to this DIY face moisturizer is totally optional, they are expensive but worth every dollar as they last for very long time and can be used for so many recipes. The scent is so calming and relaxing, it smells like a blossomed garden and lasts a long time.
