How to Make Homemade Vegan Moisturizer Facial Cream

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Learn how to make this amazing vegan homemade moisturizer facial cream. It is the best way to nourish your skin naturally.

Winter is THOUGH on my skin! And this DIY ultra moisturizing natural face lotion is essential for my hands. There is absolutely nothing that can keep my skin hydrated. From head to toe, every inch of my body gets parched during the long winter months. The only products that efficiently kept my lips, hands, heels, and elbows from cracking were made with petrolatum, something I used my whole life not knowing how toxic it is.

Just the thought of lathering a jelly-like stuff made with petroleum on my skin gives me the creeps! Thank goodness years ago I found out about how toxic the cosmetics industry is and since then have been saving my skin, literally, from the possible damages of carcinogenic chemicals such as petrolatum, phenacetin, coal tar, benzene, formaldehyde, and SO many others! The ingredients in this cream are not only safe but good for you! I have been experimenting with oils for a while and here is my latest recipe for a super moisturizing cream that can be used all over your body! I even put it inside my nostrils before going to bed so I do not get a bloody nose in the morning from the dry air.

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DIY Ultra Moisturizing Natural Face Lotion

The binder here is vegan, but bee wax works the same way. I prefer a more solid consistency so I can carry in my bag without worrying it will leak all over my necessaire, but I also make a lotion using half the amount of carnauba which is easier to apply on my face. It is important to add the oils after the wax is melted! Oils have different smoke points, so just to be safe I warm the coconut oil with the wax and add the other oils later. The essential oils are added after the mixture is no longer hot.

What You’ll Need

Carnauba or other plant-based wax ( for a smoother consistency use just 1 tablespoon): This is what hardens the moisturizer.
Coconut, almond, avocado and jojoba: These oils are excellent for repairing and preventing dry skin.
Shea butter: You can substitute shea butter for any other butter. Mango butter also works great. The addition of a butter not only helps the skin but also the consistency of the mixture.
Argan oil: This oil is excellent not only for helping moisturize the skin but also hair and scalp.
Vitamin E oil: Acts as an antioxidant and helps moisturize skin. It benefit a wide range of skin and nail conditions, including treating dry skin, treating psoriasis, and healing wounds.
Frankincense essential oil: One of the most important essential oils for skin health
Lavender essential oil: Benefit a wide range of skin and nail conditions, including treating dry skin, treating psoriasis, and healing wounds.

How to Prepare It

You will need a small saucepan with a little water for the bain-marie, over low-medium heat. Using a glass bowl or container ( I use a glass votive) add the wax, coconut oil, and shea butter.

The mixture needs just enough heat until it gets clear. Let it cool for a couple of minutes. You should add the essential oils last, this way the temperature is not too hot as not to burn them.

Transfer to tin or glass containers (any containers you want to reuse). Let it cool at room temperature. It’ll last a couple of months in a cool, dry place.