100% natural DIY recipes from African beauties

Oily or creamy, these 100% natural DIY beauty recipes help you keep your skin as soft as a baby’s bottom. Incorporate a bit of African wisdom into your beauty care, slather it on and let the magic begin!

Let’s dive into the magic of palm oil, shea butter, moringa oil, baobab oil, cocoa butter, argan oil, and neem oil – gifts from nature that African women have been using for centuries to stay radiant and youthful. Combining traditional wisdom with modern creativity, these simple yet powerful practices can transform your own beauty rituals. Based on the powerful African oils, these recipes will be your skin saviors.

Get ready to glow, just like the stunning women of Africa and happy DIY beauty crafting!

100% natural DIY recipes from African beauties

From the lush African landscapes come beauty rituals that have been passed down through generations. Imagine the soothing touch of shea butter, harvested from the heart of the savannah, transforming skin into a velvety dream. Picture the nourishing embrace of coconut oil, which breathes life into every strand of hair, making it strong and resilient. African beauties have mastered the art of using these natural treasures to enhance their natural glow.

Here are some of the most common DIY beauty recipes:

Shea butter and baobab oil moisturizing cream

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons shea butter
• 1 tablespoon baobab oil
• A few drops of essential oil (optional, for fragrance)

Instructions:

1. Melt the shea butter in a double boiler until it’s fully liquid.
2. Remove from heat and mix in the baobab oil.
3. Let it cool slightly, then whip the mixture until it reaches a creamy consistency.
4. Add a few drops of essential oil if desired.
5. Store in a clean jar and use as a daily moisturizer for soft, glowing skin.

Argan oil hair treatment

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons argan oil
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional for extra moisture)

Instructions:

1. Mix argan oil and coconut oil (if using) in a small bowl.
2. Apply the mixture to your hair, focusing on the ends.
3. Leave it in for at least 30 minutes or overnight for deep conditioning.
4. Rinse thoroughly and shampoo as usual for silky, shiny hair.

Neem oil acne treatment

Ingredients:

• 1 teaspoon neem oil
• 1 tablespoon aloe vera gel

Instructions:

1. Combine neem oil and aloe vera gel in a small bowl.
2. Apply the mixture to acne-prone areas using a cotton swab.
3. Leave it on for 20 minutes before rinsing off with warm water.
4. Use regularly to help reduce acne and inflammation.

Cocoa butter lip balm

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons cocoa butter
• 1 tablespoon beeswax
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil
• A few drops of vanilla extract (optional, for flavor)

Instructions:

1. Melt the cocoa butter, beeswax, and coconut oil together in a double boiler.
2. Once melted, remove from heat and add vanilla extract if using.
3. Pour the mixture into small lip balm containers.
4. Allow it to cool and solidify before use for soft, hydrated lips.

Moringa oil face serum

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons moringa oil
• 1 tablespoon rosehip oil
• A few drops of vitamin E oil

Instructions:

1. Mix moringa oil, rosehip oil, and vitamin E oil in a small dropper bottle.
2. Shake well before each use.
3. Apply a few drops to your face after cleansing and gently massage in for a nourishing and anti-aging serum.

Palm oil body scrub

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup palm oil
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Combine palm oil, brown sugar, and vanilla extract in a bowl.
2. Mix well until you achieve a thick, gritty consistency.
3. Use the scrub in the shower, gently massaging it onto your skin in circular motions.
4. Rinse off to reveal smooth, exfoliated skin.

Shea butter skin softener

Ingredients:

• 1 cup raw shea butter
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• 5 drops lavender essential oil

Instructions: Melt the shea butter and coconut oil in a double boiler. Once melted, remove from heat and add lavender essential oil. Whip the mixture until fluffy, then store in a jar. Apply daily for soft, glowing skin.

Turmeric Face Mask

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon turmeric powder
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 tablespoons yogurt

Instructions: Mix all ingredients into a smooth paste. Apply to your face and let it sit for 15-20 minutes. Rinse off with warm water for a bright and even complexion.

Honey and Lemon Lip Scrub

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons sugar

Instructions: Combine honey, lemon juice, and sugar. Gently scrub your lips with the mixture to exfoliate and hydrate. Rinse off and enjoy your smooth, soft lips.

Coconut Oil Hair Treatment

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup coconut oil
• 10 drops rosemary essential oil

Instructions: Warm the coconut oil and add rosemary essential oil. Massage the mixture into your scalp and hair, cover with a shower cap, and leave it on for at least 30 minutes before washing out. This treatment nourishes the scalp and promotes hair growth.

Aloe Vera and Cucumber Eye Soother

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons aloe vera gel
• 1/2 cucumber, blended

Instructions: Blend the cucumber until smooth and mix it with aloe vera gel. Apply the mixture under your eyes and leave it for 15 minutes to reduce puffiness and dark circles.

Papaya Exfoliating Mask

Ingredients:

• 1/2 ripe papaya, mashed
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon oatmeal

Instructions: Mix mashed papaya with honey and oatmeal. Apply to your face and let it sit for 15-20 minutes. Rinse off with warm water to reveal fresh, exfoliated skin.

Avocado Deep Conditioner

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe avocado
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon honey

Instructions: Mash the avocado and mix with olive oil and honey. Apply to damp hair, cover with a shower cap, and leave it on for 30 minutes. Rinse thoroughly for deeply conditioned and shiny hair.

Banana and Egg Hair Mask

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe banana
• 1 egg
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions: Mash the banana and mix it with the egg and olive oil. Apply to your hair, focusing on the ends. Leave it on for 20-30 minutes before washing out. This mask strengthens and adds shine to your hair.

Yogurt and Honey Face Cleanser

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons yogurt
• 1 tablespoon honey

Instructions: Mix yogurt and honey until smooth. Massage onto your face in circular motions and rinse off with warm water. This gentle cleanser will leave your skin feeling fresh and hydrated.

Oatmeal and Milk Bath Soak

Ingredients:

• 1 cup oatmeal
• 1 cup powdered milk
• 10 drops lavender essential oil

Instructions: Blend the oatmeal into a fine powder and mix with powdered milk and lavender essential oil. Add the mixture to your bathwater for a soothing and moisturizing soak that leaves your skin soft and smooth.

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Enjoy these delightful DIY beauty recipes that bring out the natural radiance of Nigerian women while adding a touch of fun to your beauty routine!