Summer Beauty Using Essential Oils
With the higher temperatures and increased sun exposure, summer is a time of the year when we are more conscious of the products we use on our skin and hair. This doesn’t mean we have to give up our beauty routine favorites. Updating some of our products to feature nourishing and gentle ingredients can help us make it through the heat while keeping our skin and hair healthy and soft. This is another instance where being minimalistic and focusing on our specific beauty needs is the way to go. A few recognizable, natural ingredients combined with our favorite properly diluted essential oils are all it takes to create the perfect summer beauty routine.
Hello Sunshine Perfume
A signature summer scent should be bright, fresh, and reflect the vibrant energy of the season. Fractionated Coconut Oil and Vegetable Glycerin help the aroma absorb and linger on the skin without causing irritation or sticky residue in the heat. Neroli, Litsea cubeba, Grapefruit essential oils, and Jasmine Absolute come together to create an intoxicating fruity and floral fragrance to match the energetic and fun vibe of summer.
Ingredients
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8 oz Amber Glass Bottle with Spray Top
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3 oz of Distilled Water
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4 oz of High Proof Alcohol
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1 tsp of Vegetable Glycerin
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1 tsp of Fractionated Coconut Oil
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10 drops of Neroli Essential Oil
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10 drops of Litsea Cubeba Essential Oil
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10 drops of Jasmine Absolute
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5 drops of Grapefruit Essential Oil
Instructions
Add all ingredients to the bottle and shake well to combine. To use, spritz all over your body for a perfect summer scent. Shake before each use.
Glisten in the Sun Body Oil
Beautiful glowing skin is the perfect summer accessory as we all spend our days soaking up the sun. Achieving that glow while keeping our skin's wellness in mind is even better. Sweet Almond Oil and Jojoba Oil absorb into the skin well, helping to keep everything moisturized and protected without feeling greasy. Lavender and Geranium essential oils help combat irritation and encourage skin cell regeneration for smooth skin all summer long. Gold mica powder can also be added to this recipe for an extra boost of shimmer in the sun.
Ingredients
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4 oz Amber Glass Bottle
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2 oz of Sweet Almond Oil
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2 oz of Jojoba Oil
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25 drops of Lavender Essential Oil
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10 drops of Geranium Essential Oil
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1/2 tsp of Gold Mica Powder (optional)
Instructions
Add all ingredients to the bottle and shake well to combine. If using mica, stir ingredients in a small bowl before adding them to the bottle. To use, pour a small amount into your hand and apply it all over the body.
Breaking Waves Sea Salt Hair Spray
There is just something so beautifully effortless about the texture and body of our hair after a day at the beach. Achieving those perfectly tousled beach waves even if we are away from the coast can give us a great go-to style for the whole summer. Sea salt helps to add texture, body, and gentle hold while Jojoba Oil works to hydrate and nourish our sun-exposed locks. Rosemary and Cedarwood essential oils help us avoid dryness and breakage while encouraging hair growth.
Ingredients
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8 oz Amber Glass Bottle with Spray Top
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6 oz of Distilled Water
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1 tbsp of Sea Salt
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1 tbsp of Jojoba Oil
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20 drops of Rosemary Essential Oil
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20 drops of Cedarwood Essential Oil
Instructions
Add the water to a small pot and bring to a boil. Remove from heat, add sea salt and stir until the salt is fully dissolved. Stir in Jojoba Oil and essential oils. Add the mixture to the bottle and shake well to combine. To use, spray all over hair and use hands to encourage waves and texture. Shake before each use.
Beat the Heat Cooling Body Mist
Fun in the sun can only last so long before the heat catches up to us and we find ourselves pink-faced and uncomfortable. A refreshing spritz of cooling ingredients can help us beat the heat and continue to enjoy our day. Fractionated Coconut Oil and Sweet Almond Oil help the essential oils absorb while also keeping the skin moisturized. Peppermint, Chamomile, and Tea Tree essential oils have a cooling effect when applied topically and can help soothe red and irritated skin.
Ingredients
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4 oz Amber Glass Bottle with Spray To
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3 oz of Distilled Water
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1 tbsp of Fractionated Coconut Oil
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1 tsp of Witch Hazel Extract
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1 tsp of Sweet Almond Oil
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20 drops of Peppermint Essential Oil
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10 drops of Chamomile Essential Oil
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10 drops of Tea Tree Essential Oil
Instructions
Add all ingredients to the bottle and shake well to combine. To use, lightly mist the face and body to cool and refresh the skin, being careful to avoid the eye area. Shake before each use.
Beach Day Smooth Shaving Cream
When summer rolls around, it’s time to prepare to wear shorts, tanks, and swimsuits again. Effective and non-irritating shaving cream is a seasonal must-have to get our skin sleek, smooth, and ready to swim. Jojoba Oil, Aloe Vera Oil, and Shea Butter work to keep the skin hydrated and soft while bentonite clay provides the slip needed for a smooth shave. Tea Tree, Lavender, and Frankincense essential oils help soothe skin irritation and avoid razor burn.
Ingredients
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3 tbsp of Unrefined Coconut Oil
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2 tbsp of Jojoba Oil
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1/4 cup of Shea Butter
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2 tbsp of Baking Soda
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1/4 cup of Unscented Liquid Castile Soap
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1 tsp of Aloe Vera Oil
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1 tbsp of Bentonite Clay
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30 drops of Tea Tree Essential Oil
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30 drops of Lavender Essential Oil
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20 drops of Frankincense Essential Oil
Add Coconut Oil, Jojoba Oil, and Shea Butter to a double boiler and heat until completely melted. Transfer the melted oil mixture into a bowl and stir in baking soda, Castile Soap, Aloe Vera Oil, bentonite clay, and essential oils. Stir well, then let the mixture cool for a few minutes. Once the mixture has cooled and is beginning to harden around the edges, use a hand mixer to whip it for three to five minutes or until a light, creamy texture is achieved. Store the finished product in an airtight container. To use, smooth a small amount onto the skin and shave. Rinse thoroughly.