DIY Beauty has taken on a world of its own, and there seems to be a recipe for everything these days. It’s easier than ever to source and fulfill your very own customizable beauty needs no matter how far-fetched or specific they may be. ‘Tis the season for gift giving, so what better way to celebrate the person in your life who could use a bit of pampering than by gifting them a handmade treat? Here, we gathered our top 20 DIY beauty products to use on your face, lips, hair and body. These favorites span the spectrum of DIY beauty, both in terms number of ingredients needed and difficulty level + scent + usage, so not only can you find one you can *totally* make, but there should be something here for everyone dear to you.
The Best DIY Beauty Gifts: For the Body
1. Edible Chocolate Body Scrub: For your hubby or bestie, this actually edible chocolate body scrub will leave their skin feeling soft to the touch and radiant on the eyes. The coconut shavings and brown sugar will exfoliate dry skin, while the coconut oil and coffee grounds give your body that bronzed, dewy glow. (via Brit + Co)
2. Faux Self Tanner: For your island girlfriend at heart, this faux tanner will be the gift to give! Two easy ingredients will deliver just a hint of bronze without looking unnatural. Package this up in a mason jar and add your own label to personalize it. (via Brit + Co)
3. Aphrodisiac Blend: Sensual Massage Oil: Clearly this formula is designed to indulge in with your lover! This aromatherapy blend can be worn as your perfume for your beloved, or you can gift it with a little game plan for your date night in. (via Brit + Co)
4. Solid Perfume Lockets: This gift is the ultimate customizable gem because you can literally grab a sample of your friend’s fave scent and make her her own solid perfume locket necklace. The locket not only serves its purpose beautifully, but can be worn as a lovely accessory, making it a two-in-one gift! (via Living Chic)
The Best DIY Beauty Gifts: For the FACE
1. All Natural Eye Shadow: Even the non-makeup-wearing gals would be intrigued to give this all-natural approach a go. This tutorial has recipes for four neutral hues of eyeshadow that might soon become part of your everyday look. (via Thank Your Body)
2. Makeup Remover Wipes: We gave this one a try first hand and are here to tell you that the concoction is a must make! Plus, it makes the perfect gift for your friend on the go. (via Brit + Co)
3. Chamomile Red Wine Face Mask: Vinotherapy comes in many forms, and here, you can reap the benefits of applying it right to your face with this unique formula. Grab a bottle of wine and make this face mask to gift your bestie — don’t forget to sip while you DIY! (via Brit + Co)
4. Apple Cider Vinegar Pomegranate Toner: Apple cider vinegar has countless benefits for both ingesting and applying topically. This DIY takes ACV used for beauty to the next level by adding pomegranate and orange zest to create a face toner that brightens and tightens. (via Brit + Co)
The Best DIY Beauty Gifts: For the LIPS
1. Cranberry Coconut Lip Stain: The ultimate treatment for the winter’s cool dry air: Coconut oil, shea butter, cranberry and beetroot powder are blended together to make a gift suitable for any pucker. Bonus: this also doubles as a cheek stain. (via Hello Natural)
2. Kool-Aid Cayenne Lip Plumper: There is something nostalgic about Kool-Aid on its own, but when you add a few more unexpected ingredients to the mix, you end up with a lip plumping stain that really takes you back (Oh yeah!). (via Brit + Co)
3. Rosemary + Peppermint Lip Scrub: This has been deemed a classic staple beauty DIY here at B+C. The mint-infused sugar topped with the therapeutic scent from the fresh rosemary will treat any chapped lips. You can even gift this to one of your male friends — he will love it! (via Brit + Co)
4. Vanilla Creamsicle Lip Balm: I mean, the name itself is enough to make me want this as a gift, and that is my rule of thumb when I’m deciding whether or not I’m giving a good one or not. This all-natural blend of oils, shea butter and beeswax is not only totally simple to make, but you can adjust the recipe to make enough to give to a bunch of your favorite peeps. (via Modern Bohemian Lifestyle)
The Best DIY Beauty Gifts: For HAIR
1. Dry Shampoo (for Brunettes!): For anyone who likes to go a few days without washing their hair, or for the gal who needs more volume, dry shampoo is a great solution. This three-ingredient blend is cost friendly and even helps to disguise your root outgrowth. (via Brit + Co)
2. Lavender Sea Salt Beach Spray: Just because summer has come and gone doesn’t mean you need to stash of one of the best, most universal hair products ’til next season. Beach spray is the ultimate style product to add texture and keep flyaway hairs tame during the time when the cool air can take a toll on your hair. (via Brit + Co)
3. Hair Pomade: Here is another go-to gift for your man friends. Your dude will love the DIY element, and you can create a custom label to make this gift even more personal. (via For the Love of Body)
4. Beer Shampoo: Yup: we said BEER shampoo! Did you know that the malt and hops in beer are full of protein that will nourish your hair while giving it more volume? Yes and please! (via She Knows)
What are your DIY beauty needs? We would love to create more recipes for you to try and share! Let us know in the comment section below.