DIY FACE TONER

Here is the formula for my latest YouTube video. This DIY face toner is a simple one great for beginners and more experienced creators alike. To learn how to put this all together with the ingredients below , and where to purchase ingredients used to make this toner don’t forget to watch my video!

FORMULA

Distilled Water - 18.43 g.

Lavender Hydrosol - 14.18 g.

Witch Hydrosol - 17.01 g.

Aloe Vera Liquid - 5.67 g.

Panthenol Liquid or Powder - 1.13 g.

Liquid Germall Plus - .28 g.

How to Make a DIY Hydrating Face Mist

A couple of weeks ago I found myself wondering what can I use on my face to keep it hydrated. I mean I use creams, lotions, toners, serums and such but my skin still needs a little more hydration. Then the answer came to me after visiting a blog that I follow. A face mist, of course! And that is what this weeks formula/recipe is. This face mist is geared more for those who have dry to normal skin types and is very easy to make! So let me share with you my formula! And don’t forget to visit my YouTube channel to watch the video where I show you how I put this altogether.

Formula

Distilled water - 36.79 g.

Glycerin - 1.70 g.

Aloe Vera Liquid ( not gel) - 11.34 g.

Hydrosol of choice ( watch my video to see what I use) - 7.09 g.

Liquid Germall Plus - .28 g.

How To Make a DIY Solid Perfume

As shown on my YouTube channel here is a simple DIY solid perfume. I made this with some of my favorite essential oils for a light floral scent. This perfume makes a great gift for yourself or as a gift for someone else. To make simply add the first three ingredients listed below into a heat safe container and over low heat allow the ingredients to melt completely. Once everything is melted add your essential oils and put into what ever container of choice you like (avoid using plastic as it will melt). Wait until everything cools completely before using and or storing. Keep finished product away from light/heat and store in a dark cool place.

Formula

• 17.01 g. Shea Butter

• 17.01 g. Beeswax

• 20.98 g. Sunflower Oil

• 60 drops essential oils of choice ( I used Rosewood and Geranium)

DIY NATURAL BABY POWDER

This easy to create DIY baby powder is only three ingredients and can also be used as a body powder. All you have to do is add the clay and the two different powders and stir well. That’s it your done ! How awesome is that!

FORMULA

• 27.78 g. Kaolin Clay

• 27.78 g. Arrowroot Powder

• 1.13 g. Lavender Powder

WHIPPED SOAP FOR DRY SKIN

This weeks formula is a wonderful soap that is light , fluffy and created for those with dry and or sensitive skin. You will find this is easy to make and a delight to use. Simply combine all the ingredients listed below and mix with a hand mixer until it reaches a nice and fluffy texture.

Formula

Soap Base of any kind - 51.08 grams

Oat Oil - 3.4 grams

German Chamomile - 1.7 grams

Liquid Germall Plus - .28 grams

And there you have it folks, it’s all done and ready to package enjoy!

DIY Hydrating Face Mask

Are you looking to hydrate that dry skin of yours? Then this formula may be a good option. It only uses few ingredients and is so easy to make. Can be used as an overnight mask too!

FORMULA

Aloe Vera Gel - 55 g.

Glycerin - 1.70g.

(Optional ingredient) Honey Powder, not regular honey - .57 g.

Directions: If using honey powder you will need to make a slurry by combing it with the glycerin. Then heat it over low heat. Next mix well with the Aloe Vera Gel. Important to note that this is not Aloe Vera Liquid but rather the gel. That’s it your done!

Bath Melts

Welcome to yet another post, this week I created a fun, super cute bath melt formula. All you have to do is melt your butter and emulsifying wax add a little color and or fragrance along with citric acid and baking soda and let it freeze!

Formula

Citric Acid - 18.14 g.

Cocoa Butter - 36.29 g.

Baking Soda - 51.03 g.

E Wax - 6.80 g.

Fragrance - 1.13 g.

Colorant ( optional)

Now that you have the formula check out my corresponding video to see how to make it!

https://youtu.be/jCoXhHuzP8M

How To Make A Body Butter

Hello, hello my fellow creators this week’s formula is a body butter that is perfect for beginners. Very few ingredients are needed to make this into a lightweight, fast absorbing butter. Before I share the written formula there are a few things I wish to go over first. One is, that after the first five ingredients are added into your heat safe container instead of heating it on the stove, try boiling water in a pan first than remove it and place your container in the pan till everything is melted completely! This does not take long at all. Second, there is not a preservative needed because no water is in the formula, but be careful not to introduce water into the final product when apply to your skin. Otherwise nasties will start to grow and ruin it. The last thing I would like mention is this formula makes 4 oz. and once it is made should be stored at room temperature . Now on to the formula!

Formula

Mango Butter - 23.81 g.

Shea Butter - 22.68 g.

Grapeseed Oil - 21.55 g.

Safflower Oil - 21.55 g.

Rosehip Seed Oil - 21.55 g.

Vitamin E - .57 g.

Essential Oil or Fragrance oil - 1.70 g.

DIY WATER FREE FACE CREAM

In my latest YouTube video I showed my viewers how to make this light, water free cream / face cleanser. The cream is more like that of a gel in consistency and feels wonderful on the skin. It can be used to remove makeup and / can be can worn as an overnight face cream too! If you have not yet watched this video I highly encourage you to do so as it takes you step by step through the process. Now on with the formula. Now enjoy!

Formula

Cocoa Butter - 30 g.

Beeswax - 5 g.

Argan Oil - 42 g.

Vitamin E - 1 g.

Essential Oil - .5 g. ( I used Blue Yarrow, however if pregnant or breastfeeding use a different essential oil, as it is not safe.)

BODY LOTION FOR BEGINNERS

If you have ever wanted to make a body lotion from home, then this is a good one. Prefect for beginners! To start out you will need to have a heat safe container and add to it distilled water. To that same container add vegetable glycerin. Now, this next step is important, simply zero out your scale and weigh that same container and everything in it, then write down that weight. This will be very useful later on! Next use a smaller heat safe container and add some additional distilled water. After this step is done, take another heat safe container and add Shea Butter to it. Once, the butter is in your container, now it is time to add avocado oil. In this next step, you will need to have an emulsify wax, I used two different ones because that is what I had on hand. Please do not use beeswax, it will not work! Using a pan or pot heat your ingredients , until everything is completely melted. Make sure to cover your containers with tin foil to avoid anything falling in. Once all is melted, remove from heat. Again weigh your water container and add any water that you need to that to make that loss up from your original container weight. Put the water and glycerin into the oil, butter and wax container and mix well for several minutes. Set this aside and let it cool down a bit. (app. 3-4 minutes) After it has cooled a little, check the temp. you can use a heat gun or just by checking it with your palms. You want it to be below 122 F or room temp. A preservative will need to be added next. Very important step, don’t skip it! Now add your fragrance or essential oils and mix well. Let this sit for 12 to 24 hours to allow your lotion to thicken.

Formula

76 g. Water

3.40 g. Glycerin

17.01 g. Avocado oil

5.67 g. Shea Butter

3.40 g. Cetyl Alcohol

6.80 g. Emulsifying Wax NF

.57 g. fragrance

.57 g. preservative (I used Liquid Germall Plus)

DIY WHIPPED BODY SOAP

If you like quick, easy and fun DIY formulas then this one is for you! It takes very little time and uses only five ingredients, perfect for beginners or anyone looking to add to their skin care creations. So just add the ingredients below and mix well, there is no heating required!

Formula:

108.90g. Bath Base ( this could be store bought or one you make yourself)

3.40g. carrier oil of choice

.57g. preservative of choice ( I used Liquid Germall Plus)

.5g. essential oils or fragrance oils

colored mica ( optional)

Now if you are wondering where you would get a bath base from I share a link to where I got mine in my recent YouTube video so check it out! Enjoy!

Video link : https://youtu.be/L9C49LK-Qb0

WHIPPED SUGAR SCRUBS

Here is a wonderful exfoliating body scrub that is so creamy and bubbly that it is a must for all DIY creators! When I first started formulating this my main goal was to create a scrub for the body that was super moisturizing but still had a lot of lather. The process was an exhausted task but I think you will find that I finally created one.

FORMULA

Bath base 45.36 g.

Cane Sugar 56.70 g.

Carrier Oil 7.94 g.

Fragrance 1.13 g.

Vitamin E 1.13 g.

Preservative 1.13 g.

Mica (optional)

Mix with a hand held mixer each time an ingredient is added. This ensures that your scrub becomes fluffy in texture. You can chose to add a color if you would like. I found that if you add the color to the sugar first before adding it to the base it held the color better. First, start with your bath base, then add the sugar. Once you have done that and mixed it well add the oil. The fragrance, vitamin E and the preservative can be added all together just make sure to mix mix completely. Now package! And your done. Enjoy!

Natural DIY Shaving Butter

On my latest YouTube video I showed how to make a fairly simple shaving butter that moisturizes and cleans your skin but also is hydrating too! No more store bought shaving cream for me that is for sure! So if you have yet to see this video I recommend that you do so as I walk you through the process but share a link as well to where you can find a container like the one I used. Simply search for my channel Erin’s Herbs once there I upload a new formula every week.

Well, I hope you enjoy creating this formula like I did. As for the melt and pour soap you can use whatever you like it does not matter. Bye for now!

DIY HYDRATING FACE SERUM

Do you want soft hydrated skin? If you said yes, then this formula is for you. I created this with an herbal infused oil I made myself. Here is the formula for this great serum. Just to let you know this makes 2 oz. Happy formulating!

10 g. Rosehip Seed Oil

46.70 g. Calendula Infused Apricot Oil

4-5 drops Lavender Essential Oil

Start by adding in your heat safe glass container the Rosehip Seed Oil. Next add the Calendula Infused Apricot Oil. After that add 4-5 drops of Lavender essential oil and gently stir with a non metal stir stick or spoon that does not come in contact with food. Finally, time to package your creation. I recommend using a glass dropper bottle for easy dispensing.

DIY FOAMING HAND WASH

This weeks formula from my YouTube channel is how to make a foaming hand wash. I as mentioned in the video this was by far my favorite formula thus far to create. The color turned out beautiful, the smell was amazing and the lather was so bubbly it was great! So if you have not checked out that video do so ! Any how here is the formula, feel free to customize this if needed. But keep in mind that if you alter the formula it will change the effectiveness of the product!

199.58 g. Distilled Water

22.68 g. Iselux

3.4 g. Fragrance or Essential Oils

1.13 g. Liquid Germall Plus

The above formula makes 8 oz. and I highly recommend putting it into a foaming bottle otherwise the product you will to be too thin and liquidly. Enjoy!

Easy DIY Bath Salts

The formula for this bath salt is rose inspired and incorporates rose absolute essential oil for it’s skin benefits, the amazing scent it offers and for the color it provides. If you don’t have this essential oil or would rather use a fragrance oil instead you can absolutely do so as this formula is very versatile. Check below for substitutions on different ingredients you can use instead. Enjoy!

Bath Salts

222.26 g. Epsom Salt

2.27 g. Rose Absolute Essential Oil

2.27 g. Polysorbate 80

Directions : First using a class container or beaker, add your Polysorbate 80. Next, to that same container add your Rose Absolute essential oil. Once you have done that stir together both the Polysorbate and the Rose until fully incorporated. When this is done, take a separate glass container or beaker and add the Epsom salt. Then add slowly the Polysorbate and essential oil mixture to the salt, making sure to give it a good stir before adding more. After all has been added you should have all the ingredients well combined, if not keep stirring until it is. This formula makes 8 oz. Now it is time to package and enjoy!

To Use: Add 1 to 2 Tablespoons per bath mix well. Keep container in a cool dry place and away from heat or sun to prolong shelf life.

Substitutions:

Epsom Salt- Any kind of salt you chose like Sea Salt.

Rose Essential Oil- Rose Geranium, Frankincense, Lavender our all good choices .

Polysorbate 80- Poly Suga Mulse D9, Red Turkey Oil

Note: What ever fragrance or essential oil you decide to use besides the rose essential oil make sure to check the dermal limit usage rate and make adjustments to the formula by using the same amount of Polysorbate with the fragrance or essential oil . If you use less for the fragrance part add more salt to make up the difference.

All Natural Liquid Soap.

So with prices on just about everything increasing these days I wanted to share with you a formula/recipe to help you save a little. This is something we use a lot of in our house and I like that I can make it quickly, use it right away and best part it is all natural. No synthetics, no dyes no toxic chemicals just natural good for you ingredients.

Below I have a written formula/ recipe that is pretty simple to adjust to meet your needs. I will be sure to add any alternatives that you can use. And If you don’t already you can watch me make this on my YouTube channel. Simply search for Erin’s Herbs.

Liquid Soap

226.80 g. / 1 cup Castille Soap

113.40 g. / 1/2 cup Glycerin

113.40 g./ 1/2 cup Distilled Water

10- 15 drops either essential oils

To start out using a glass container weigh and add your Distilled water. Next to this same container add your glycerin. Glycerin in this formula will help to add moisture and some thickness to the soap. After that is added you will want to weigh out your Castille soap and then add it to the same container with the water and glycerin. Now once you have done that you can stop here or add essential oils of your choice. If you add essential oils, make sure to not exceed 15 drops. Aim for 10 to 15. At this point you will want to mix together all the ingredients. In my video I show how I put mine in a mason jar, so all I have to do is give it a shake and I can store it for later. Be mindful that if storing it place it away from heat and or light and keep it in a cool dry place.

Alternatives:

Glycerin - You can swap this for water if you do not have glycerin. However it will make your soap thin.

Essential oils- If you do not have or would prefer to not use them you can use fragrance oils. Just make sure to follow the manufacture’s directions.

Preservative- This can be added to the formula, just adjust the water weight and follow the manufacture’s directions.

DIY Lip Scrub

What’s not to love about nice soft lips right? Right! Well, so how do you get your lips to be soft you say? I have just the answer, a lip scrub. Not just any lip scrub but a lip scrub made with finely ground sugar, not coarse, a hydrating oil ,vitamin E and a natural fruit flavor that gives this a beautiful color. Every ingredient in this formula has a purpose, and it’s purpose is to get rid of dry, flaky skin, and add moisture to the lips. Below is the amount and ingredients I used to make this lip scrub.

• 39.41 grams finely ground sugar

• 15.88 grams Sunflower oil ( or another carrier oil of your choice)

• .57 grams flavor oil of choice or essential oils

• .28 grams Vitamin E oil

• .28 grams color safe mica (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS:

Add the above amount of sugar to your glass container(or beaker) . Once you have added that you will want to next add the Sunflower oil or another carrier oil of your choice to that same container. After adding the oil you will want to use some sort of flavor oil or essential oils that you prefer ( I recommend not using essential oils for this formula because of safety concerns). Now that you have added your flavor oil you will want to make sure to add Vitamin E oil in to keep the other oils from going rancid as well as the other added benefits that it provides to the skin. At this point in the formula, if you wish to add some color to your scrub you may do so. Just make sure that the coloring you use is lip safe if you don’t know check with the store you purchased from or the maker of the product for details. I chose not to use any because my flavor oil already added color to my scrub. Last of all stir the formula to make sure that all the ingredients are incorporated together. Now it is time to put in a jar or container of your choice. And don’t forget to label. Once this is done you can now use it and enjoy! This scrub can be used 1 to 2 times per week. To use simply apply a small amount to the lips and gently massage in. Once you have done that use a warm wash cloth or rag and remove the scrub entirely. And there you go it really is that easy!

2 DIY Essential Oil Blends for Stress Relief

These roller bottle blends for stress are so handy to have. You can use them daily and they are convenient to just simply take with you while on the go! I so love that! As a mom to 2 very busy kiddos and one extremely busy hubby I find myself using these beauties often. I usually will apply them on before I leave in the morning just to keep me relaxed and calm and then later on if a stressful time or situation pops up I will then reapply them. Here is the formula I use along with alternatives.

FORMULA:

Fractioned Coconut Oil ( 8.5 grams for each roller bottle)

Roller Bottle 1:

Fill roller bottle with the coconut oil to the neck line of the bottle. Then add 1 drop of the following

Eastern Sandalwood, Geranium and Patchouli essential oils. Put top on and gently shake the roller

bottle. Apply to wrists, back of the neck, temple or behind the ears.

Roller Bottle 2:

Follow the same instructions as for the first roller bottle expect add the following essential oils.

2 drops Lavender , 1 drop Cardamom and 1 drop Geranium.

Alternatives:

Apricot, Almond, Sunflower, Safflower and Hemp Oil can be used in place of the Coconut Oil.

Sweet Orange, Grapefruit, Basil, Ylang Ylang, Rose ,Bergamot, or Thyme essential oils can be used in place of

any of the essential oils named in the above formulation.

Caution: Please do not use without checking with your health care provider first. Avoid sun exposure for 12 to 24 hrs. if using any citrus essential oils. The formulas on Erin’s Herbs are for educational purposes only. Keep away from children as well as pets and do not use on children.