{"title":"DIY Recipes for Stocking Stuffers","description":"\u003ch2\u003e8 Skincare Recipes for Stocking Stuffers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAre you a big fan of DIY projects? Millions of people are just like you – after all, it is part of why a site like Pinterest is so successful! However, finding formulas, instructions, and supplies for making DIY skincare products can be challenging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eJust imagine how delighted your friends and family members would be if their Christmas stocking included one or two homemade skincare products.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: right;\" alt=\"DIY Christmas Gifts and Stocking Stuffers\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0069\/7719\/1993\/files\/8-skin-care-stocking-stuffers.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow is the time to test your hand at whipping up some of the most valuable and valuable skincare products with the holidays rapidly approaching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpend some time experimenting with ingredients and take the time to secure only the best supplies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrganic is the best way to go, as this ensures no contaminants or unwanted compounds are in your mixtures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur recipes below include products for men and women alike, and all DIY formulas are safe and effective for all skin types.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon’t forget that you will want to find the proper containers, with \u003ca title=\"Airless Bottles for DIY Formulations\" href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/airless-bottles\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eairless bottles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e among the best options. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou can even look around for \u003ca title=\"Lotion Making Kits\" href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/kits\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ekits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e that can help you make many other DIY beauty and skincare products, with some ideal for gift-giving and stocking stuffers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe DIY Formulas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBeard Balm\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most “on trend” products helps men manage shaving and facial hair. If there is a beard wearer in your family, this balm keeps the hair in good condition, reducing its coarseness and giving it an appealing scent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 tbsp. beeswax\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 tbsp. shea butter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 tbsp. cocoa butter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 tsp. coconut oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 tsp. grapeseed oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 tsp. Jojoba seed oil - use cedar and vanilla essential oil, sandalwood essential oil, or other preferred scents for a woodsy scent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContainers: Lip balm tubes, lip tins or pots, or even cardboard vessels for skincare products work well\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn a microwave-safe glass vessel, microwave all oils (except for the essential oils) for 30 seconds or until they melt completely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStir well, and then add essential oils, stirring again.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour into cardboard containers, lip balm tubes, lip tins, or lip pots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eMint Chocolate Chip Lip Balm\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp friends and family members keep their lips as smooth and soft as possible. This safe and straightforward formula protects lips from winter’s blistering winds while sealing in moisture and ensuring kissable lips all season long!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 tsp coconut oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 tsp shea butter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 tsp beeswax - grate for more straightforward incorporation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1-2 drops of peppermint essential oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3-4 semisweet chocolate chips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContainers: Lip balm tubes, lip tins, or pots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn a microwave-safe glass vessel, microwave all oils (except the peppermint oil) for 30 seconds or completely melted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd chocolate chips, and stir until well incorporated and melted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd essential oils and mix.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour into lip balm tubes, lip tins, or lip pots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMelt-and-Pour Lip Balm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant a super-easy lip balm you can make in 2 minutes?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a melt-and-pour base of lip balm. Microwave three teaspoons of the base. Then add 1-2 drops of peppermint oil. Pour into any lip balm container. Lid when cool. Viola! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eActivated Charcoal Mask\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Health Line Activated Charcoal\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/activated-charcoal#section7\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eActivated charcoal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is a beautiful compound that brings a long list of benefits. First, it purifies and clarifies because it draws toxins with its negative electrical charge. Therefore, it is not able to be absorbed by the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is why it is excellent for a mask that pulls toxins and contaminants from the skin and then washes them away with the mask’s other ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is also known for helping acne-prone skin as it removes many harmful bacteria and excess oils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/2 teaspoon activated charcoal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/2 tsp. bentonite clay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/4 tsp evening primrose essential oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 tsp water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe essential oil of choice – 1 to 2 drops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContainers: Small mason jars or even sterilized baby food jars with tight-fitting lids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombine all ingredients in a bowl.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDispense into a glass jar or other container and give as a gift with instructions to use promptly OR leave out the water and provide “Instructions for Use” with the present.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructions for Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col style=\"list-style-type: undefined;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMix all dry ingredients well, and then add water and essential oils.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply to your freshly cleaned, damp face.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeave for up to 20 minutes or until dry (it should dry quickly).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse repeatedly to remove the mask, and then blot the skin dry with a towel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContinue skincare by cleansing and toning or applying serums.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBath Salts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIs there anything nicer than the gift of a good, long soak in hot and soothing waters? This amazing Pink Himalayan Bath Salt formula provides you with a way to give your family or friends the gifts of time, relaxation, and even a bit of healing. The salts and peppermint oils soothe the muscles and offer an incredibly rejuvenating experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/2 cup Epsom salts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 tbsp. pink Himalayan sea salt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 tbsp. cup baking soda\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15 drops of Peppermint essential oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMason jar with a tight-fitting lid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 drops of red food color if desired (This can give your salts a “striped” look when you divide the batch in half, adding red to one. You can then layer the salts, pouring one plain and then one red in rows to create a “candy cane” effect)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBe sure the Mason jar is clean and dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombine all of the other ingredients (except food color)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMix well and pour into the clean jar OR use the dye and layering method to create that candy-striped look, if desired.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeal well and give as a highly appreciated gift!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePeppermint Body Scrub\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChristmas is a good time for \u003ca title=\"peppermint essential oil scents\" href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/peppermint-mint-essential-oil\"\u003eanything peppermint scented\u003c\/a\u003e, yet this oil is also an excellent aromatherapy option for its energizing and soothing qualities. This body scrub will leave anyone feeling invigorated, fresh, and in the holiday spirit!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 cup of sugar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/4 cup coconut oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 drops of peppermint essential oil \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo drops of red food coloring, if desired\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 - 1\/2 pint short canning jar mason jar short\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the Mason jar, combine all of the ingredients.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTightly seal the lid and shake vigorously to blend well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorate or leave it “as is” and give it as a holiday gift.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can make variations on mint scents with the following steps:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMint latte (add five drops of peppermint and three drops of coffee fragrance oil)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHoliday mint (add five drops of peppermint and three drops of vanilla fragrance oil)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHot cocoa peppermint (add five drops peppermint, 3 drops cocoa or chocolate fragrance oil)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith these simple formulas, you can get started making the most unforgettable and useful stocking stuffers ever!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSource\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ehttps:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/activated-charcoal#section7\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca title=\"WSU Human Development Skincare Specialist\" href=\"\/en-de\/pages\/about\"\u003eKari Thomas\u003c\/a\u003e wrote this article.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0069\/7719\/1993\/collections\/d64b6fa1cb4bd26e6b6e2579f3014a84_5f3866b9-c25b-44f8-9c5d-724b8726d7ca-6262086.jpg?v=1762819168","url":"https:\/\/nituralorganicskincare.com\/en-de\/collections\/diy-recipes-stocking-stuffers.oembed","provider":"Skin Perfection Natural and Organic Skin Care","version":"1.0","type":"link"}