Homemade Avocado Face and Body Cream
Looking for an all-natural way to moisturize, soothe, and nourish your skin? This homemade avocado face and body cream is packed with hydrating oils, skin-loving vitamins, and soothing aloe vera—making it the perfect DIY beauty product for glowing, healthy skin!
Servings: 1 serving
Equipment
- 1 glass jar
Ingredients
- 2 avocados for homemade avocado oil
- ⅓ cup grapeseed oil lightweight, non-greasy moisture
- 2 TBSP coconut oil deep hydration & antibacterial properties
- 2 TBSP aloe vera gel soothing & healing
- 1 tsp honey natural humectant & antibacterial
- 2 tsp vitamin E oil antioxidant & anti-aging benefits
- 2 tsp vegetable glycerin locks in moisture
- 4 drops tea tree oil fights acne & bacteria
Instructions
- Mash the avocados – In a bowl, mash the avocado flesh into a smooth paste.
- Heat & infuse the oil – Add the mashed avocado and grapeseed oil to a skillet. Heat on medium, stirring occasionally.
- Add coconut oil – Once it starts to bubble slightly, mix in the coconut oil and continue stirring for 3-4 minutes.
- Strain the oil – Using a fine mesh strainer, strain the mixture into a bowl. Repeat this process two more times for a pure, clean avocado oil.
- Start with aloe vera – In a medium bowl, stir together aloe vera gel until smooth.
- Mix in avocado oil – Add 3-4 TBSP of your homemade avocado oil and stir until well combined.
- Incorporate honey – Mix in honey, which helps retain moisture and soothe skin.
- Add vitamin E & glycerin – Stir in vitamin E oil and vegetable glycerin to keep skin soft and hydrated.
- Final touch: Tea tree oil – Add 4 drops of tea tree oil, which helps fight acne and bacteria, especially for oily skin.
Nutrition
Calories: 1542kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 160g | Saturated Fat: 39g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 59g | Monounsaturated Fat: 53g | Sodium: 36mg | Potassium: 1953mg | Fiber: 27g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 587IU | Vitamin C: 40mg | Calcium: 69mg | Iron: 2mg