It’s always fun buying new beauty products, but not so fun getting the credit card bill at the end of the month, right?? You’re in luck. This mud mask is department store quality that you can make in your kitchen! (No monthly credit card bills to follow 🙂 )
INGREDIENTS
(See photos of all ingredients at the end of the post)
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1/4 cup bentonite clay
- 10 charcoal capsules
- 2 tablespoons aloe vera gel
- 4 vitamin E gel capsules
- 4 oz chamomile tea (using 2 tea bags)
- 4 drops peppermint essential oil
- 4 drops tea tree essential oil
Before you go any further, I know what you’re thinking … man this is a lot of random ingredients, right? Yes, I totally agree. But here’s the scoop: I bought all these ingredients over two years ago and have never used anything else! Plus if you’re in to DIY beauty, you’ll tend to use many of these ingredients and likely to have quite a few of these handy already.
INSTRUCTIONS
Steep 2 chamomile tea bags in about 4 oz of hot water and let sit for a couple minutes.
Microwave coconut oil in to a liquid (roughly 1 min).
In a glass bowl, mix all ingredients except tea. When opening up the charcoal capsules, make sure to have paper towel underneath as it can get dirty! (your hands will also get dirty, but it washes off easily with soap)
Slowly add the tea and continue to whisk until all mixed. At first the mixture will appear rather liquidy, but continue mixing for roughly 60 seconds. You’ll see the mixture change from black to a dark gray. Continue mixing until smooth & even color, removing all lumps.
You can use immediately, but remember its a little warm from the tea. It stores in the fridge, covered, for up to a month. I use at least once a week, washing off my face after 10 minutes (or as it starts to dry).
These make great Christmas gifts or even bachelorette party gifts!
For gifts I poured in to left over feta cheese containers (I LOVE cheese), add a label and ribbon! It makes a totally adorable and practical gift!
Cheers to small pores and great gifts!
Here’s the photo list of all ingredients to make your shopping a little easier!Â
Click on any of the photos for more information on the product
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Julie says
Hi Lindsay,
I bet this mask is really good for your skin!
I hope you can join us this week at our Monday Cooking and Crafting with J & J and share this with us.
Thanks.
Julie
Julie’s Lifestyle
Laura says
This is such a good idea!!! And yes, I’ll cheer to smaller pores!!
Laura
http://www.24-7style.com
Jess says
I totally need to try this!
Thanks for joining Cooking and Crafting with J & J!
Ilka says
I love clay and mud masks. I bet the charcoal is a great detoxifier for your skin. Pinned:)
Kati | Houseful of Handmade says
I have all these except the clay but I’ve been looking into buying some for a while now, I just need to bite the bullet and go for it! Can’t wait to try it 🙂
Bonnie Lyn Smith says
Wow…another great use for essential oils! Coming to you from #WomenWithIntentionWednesdays!
Jessica says
What an awesome gift idea, as part of a pampering gift basket! I’ve pinned it
Sissy says
This looks great! I have activated charcoal powder (not in capsules). Do you think about 1/2 tsp would be equivalent to 10 capsules?
Katie (Growing Up KaterTot) says
I love peppermint! It’s so energizing, yet relaxing at the same time. Is that even possible? Lol! I think so!
This sounds like it’d be terrific for your skin! Plus, saving money on expensive facial products is always a plus! #busydoinglife
Kristy as Giftie Etcetera says
Such a cool idea. Maybe my sisters and I will do this after Thanksgiving lunch!
Deedra says
Someday I will make a homemade mask. This looks like something I might try. Thank you.
Mama and More aka Zaz says
Genius! I’m intrigued about where to get most of these ingredients, but that’s what the internet is for! Pinning! Thanks for linking to the #AllAboutYou party
Lindsay @ Crazy Organized says
Honestly, I bought most on Amazon because I had NO idea where to find them 🙂
Jenny says
Great recipe for the face!! Love your little DIY label for your containers too. Too cute. Thank you for stopping by LTM and linking up to SWM. I hope to see you again tomorrow for another great round of #sharewithme
Akaleistar says
This mask sounds awesome!
You Baby Me Mummy says
This sounds great. Lovely homemade present. Thanks for linking up to #TheList x
Sherry says
I definitely need to give this a try! Thanks for sharing at Funtastic Friday.
Verily Victoria Vocalises says
You are such a talented lady. Well done! One day I WILL make something you shared on your blog. Thank you for linking to #PoCoLo x
Andrea says
I love homemade face masks, and especially love anything that contains activated charcoal. Can’t wait to try this! Thanks for linking up to This is How We Roll linky party!Â
Elaine says
Sounds like a at home spa day to me!! 🙂 Thanks for sharing on My 2 Favorite Things on Thursday!! Hope to see you again tomorrow!! Pinned!
Lizzy says
Hi! I’m thinking about making this for a bachelorette party to wear and for the guests to take home! How many “servings” can you get out of this recipe that you have? Thanks!
Lindsay @ Crazy Organized says
Awesome! It will be so fun for a bachelorette party! I was able to get roughly 12 ‘servings’ from one batch. It’s pretty think (which is great) so a little goes a long way! Hope you guys have a great time at the bachelorette party!
Sarah Cathey says
How long does it keep out of the fridge, like if I were to make and ship it to someone?
Lindsay @ Crazy Organized says
Hey! I’ve actually kept my out of the fridge for 4 days (by accident) and the consistency was totally fine! I’m not sure how it would last longer than that, but I’m guessing it wouldn’t impact it much!