Carrie’s Favorite DIY Self-Care Remedies
If you’re ready to take the first steps toward natural self-care products, you’ve gotta start somewhere, right?
How about here with these totally effective and oh-so-natural DIY home remedies for hair, skin, and more?
Apple Cider Rinse
Great for: Improving Scalp Health, Dandruff, Frizz
Ingredients:
1½ cup hot water
2-3 tbsp. apple cider vinegar
2-4 drops of an essential oil
(Optional: You can mix and match 4 drops of lavender, 3 drops of lemongrass, 2 drops of tea tree, and/or 3 drops of rosemary oil, depending on the result and scent you’re looking for)
Directions:
Mix ingredients in a bowl
Shampoo your hair, then rinse
Apply the mix using a spray bottle or squeeze bottle, avoiding the eyes
Apply root to ends, massage in the scalp, let sit for 5-10 minutes, then rinse, dry, and style
For best results, apply after shampooing.
Apply once a month
Greek Yogurt Hair Mask
Great for: Hair Repair
Ingredients:
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 tbsp. castor oil
1 tbsp. coconut oil
1 egg
Directions:
Mix Greek yogurt until smooth
Add remaining ingredients and stir until even
Apply and cover with a plastic cap and leave on for at least an hour
Rinse thoroughly
This is the mask for deep restoration, and it’s great to use weekly
Olive Oil
Great for: Better Nails
Olive oil helps to moisturize the cuticles and build stronger nails.
Soaking in the oil for 10 to 15 minutes should be sufficient. Be sure to allow the oil to dry completely into the nails and cuticles for the best results. You can also apply at night, just before bed.'
Coconut Oil
Great for: Removing Makeup, Strengthening Eyelashes, Healing Your Lips
Coconut oil has so many uses, and you’ll soon find you never allow yourself to run out. Don’t like a coconut smell? Try the refined version; it’s scent and flavor-free.
Aloe Vera
Great for: Inflammation, Blemishes
Aloe vera is a natural anti-inflammatory that helps soothe your skin when sunburned. It also helps heal blemished or irritated skin. It can also brighten up your skin by decreasing pigmentation. An aloe plant is also an easy plant to grow!
Sea Salt Body Scrub
Great for: Your Skin!
Salt has antibacterial properties that can be helpful for some skin conditions. Salt is also a preservative, so the sea salt scrub will naturally preserve itself.
Use ground sea salt, as coarse sea salt can be too harsh on your skin. Sea salt scrubs may be too abrasive for sensitive skin. Also, be careful if you have a cut on your skin, as the salt can sting.
Because salt has no fragrance, you may want to add your favorite essential oils.
Ingredients
1/2 cup sea salt
1/2 cup oil of your choice
Essential oils (optional)
Directions
Combine sea salt and oil in a mixing bowl.
Mix thoroughly. If needed, add more salt or oil to get the consistency right.
If desired, add one or two drops of your favorite essential oil and stir it into the mixture.
Once you’re satisfied with the consistency and fragrance of your scrub, spoon it into a container.
Cocoa Butter
Great for: Nourishing Your Skin
Help maintain your skin’s elasticity with cocoa butter’s high essential fatty acids. It’s also rich in antioxidants that protect your skin from oxidative stress from sun rays, smoke, or pollution. Great for dry elbows, knees, and feet. It also helps fade scars and is safe for people with highly sensitive skin.
