“Organic Beauty Recipes By Eve – The Complete Guide To DIY Natural Beauty” is my long-awaited book, with a treasure trove of effective and easy to follow recipes with 100% natural ingredients.
You can order the ebook now on amazon for only $4.99 or get the paperback edition for $19.99 (USD).
I also launched my own small business offering all-natural raw shea Butter! Every time you purchase my Shea butter, you are supporting the Ghana women coop which employs 95 women and buys shea nuts from more than 5,000 women in 44 communities.
Lastly, check out my favorite shopping lists on Amazon . I will receive a small commission from the affiliate program Amazon if you order something and this is at no additional cost to you.
Thank you for your support!
I am always on the lookout for rare carrier oils that I can experiment with for new recipes! Sacha inchi oil comes from a plant native to South America and parts of the Caribbean. The seeds of the sacha inchi tree slightly resemble peanuts – the oil produced from the seeds is edible and used in cooking – but, it also has amazing benefits for skin and hair! This homemade face cream does not require any heating, you can just blend it and use it right away. It does not get easier than this!
Sacha inchi oil is a superfood that is high in protein, fatty acids, and antioxidants. It mostly contains the antioxidants Vitamin C and Vitamin E, which help to fight free radical damage and counteract aging, making this oil ideal for mature skin.
It also has a high fatty acid content of 93% – and most of these fatty acids are in the form of linoleic acid. Linoleic acid is especially beneficial for uneven skin tone and those who are prone to clogged pores. You can buy it on amazon here.
Sacha inchi oil has a distinctive green and moss-like smell which is why I like to use essential oils to cover the smell. It goes on smooth and absorbs into the skin quickly, creating a protective moisture-locking barrier.
HOMEMADE FACE CREAM INGREDIENTS
Shea butter adds a richness to this homemade face cream with its thick, creamy texture. It’s made from the nut of the African shea tree. It has a soothing effect on the skin. It provides an added boost of Vitamin E and fatty acids, enabling it to nourish the skin and fight signs of aging as well.
Chamomile hydrosol Or Rose hydrosol are derived from chamomile flowers and rose flowers respectively. Chamomile flower water has calming benefits due to the types of naturally occurring esters and alcohols in the plant. Rose hydrosol has a distinct rose scent and is calming and hydrating to the skin.
Lavender essential oil is made from the lavender flowers known for their soothing smell. This oil is also naturally antiseptic and has a calming effect on inflammation in the skin.
Rose geranium essential oil is distilled from a rose-scented geranium flower and has natural antiseptic properties which make it ideal for treating inflammatory conditions like eczema and acne. It smells great and is especially soothing to the skin.
Frankincense essential oil is made from the resin of the Boswellia sacra tree, native to Somalia and the Middle East. Most of all, It has a lovely, earthy smell and its anti-aging effect on the skin had made it a favorite in skincare recipes for hundreds of years.
The combination of these ingredients with sacha inchi oil produces a full textured facial cream due to the shea butter that is light and absorbs quickly due to the hydrosols and essential oils. To conclude, this homemade face cream is perfect for mature skin as well as to fight against the appearance of fine lines.
Sacha inch oil for hair
Sacha inchi oil can also be used on your hair for extra nourishment and hydration. It can also help to smooth the hair shaft and repair split ends. Apply it as a hydrating mask that you can leave on hair for up to 10 minutes. Rinse thoroughly and be amazed by your hair’s smooth and silky texture!
If you are looking for more hair DIY beauty recipe, visit my other homemade hair recipes here.
Ingredients
- 1 cup of refined shea butter
- 1 cup of sacha inchi oil
- 4 tablespoons of chamomile hydrosol
- 20 drops of lavender essential oil
- 10 drops of rose geranium essential oil
- 5 drops of frankincense essential oil
Instructions
- Add the shea butter and sacha inchi oil in an aluminum bowl.
- Mix the shea butter and sacha inchi oil with a hand blender until smooth.
- Add the 4 tablespoons of the chamomile flower water one spoon at a time and mix well with the hand blender until smooth and well combined for at least 5 minutes. You will have a smooth cream, like a lotion.
- Pour the cream into glass containers.
- The cream will become thicker as it sets after a few hours. it will remain soft to the touch which makes this homemade face cream easy to apply.
Please let me know what you think of sacha inchi oil and this homemade face cream recipe in the comment below!
I hope you have enjoyed my recipe, please share the love and rate ***** in the comments below!
I’m Eve, a DIY organic skincare recipe creator since 2010 that loves to make a big mess in the kitchen!
I’ve embarked on a journey to empower women to ditch all the chemical-filled commercial beauty products and to share how to make your own organic beauty recipes at home towards a healthier lifestyle.
Homemade face & body creams, body butter, lips balms, face masks, shampoos, and all-natural perfume will have no more secret for you!
I am self-taught, read many books, and spend many hours in the kitchen creating brand new homemade beauty recipes. All my recipes are unique and are tested on humans!
In 2016, I studied Aromatherapy and became certified by the School of Natural Health Sciences.
I purchased the ingredients to make this cream and now I realize I bought chamomile essential oil instead of the hydrosol. Is it possible to use a few drops of the oil and distilled water instead of the hydrosol? Thanks!
Do you have any recipes for moisturizing masks?
Hi Eve,
I have just tried this cream but would like to know how I can extend the shelf life using other essential oils?
Is this even possible?
Author
Hi Jackie, the essential oils I used in this recipe helps with the self-life but you can also add a natural preservative: https://www.organic-beauty-recipes.com/top-3-natural-preservatives-diy-beauty/
Could you use infused oil
Can you use this receipe with different butters and oils
Hi Eve ! I really like this recipe and i want to try it , but i have a problem with the composition because it is in oz , in my country we use only gram /kilogram. So i would really appreciate if you could give me the recipe in gram or mililiter for a glass container of 50 ml for example . Thank for all yout work ! It’s all amazing.
Hi, I have a white rose or ylang ylang hydrosol, can I use one of those in place of chamomile?
Thanks
Author
yes, definitely!
Hi eve.can u offer an alternative for frankincense oil?tnx
hi
love your site.very helpful ….about to make the Christmas pressies.Just wanted to let you know that I’m in the UK and its not taking me through to the amazon uk site.just don’t want you to miss out as I wouldn’t be buying this without your guidance
Author
Thanks Annie, love that you are stopping by 🙂
Most of the links I provide are going to the US amazon store but if you are in the UK, you can simply click here: https://amzn.to/2PRehBO, then search for each ingredient listed in my recipe. I find it useful to look at the star rating and reviews before buying. Always choose certified Organic ingredients for best quality when available. I also use prime service so I can get it fast the next day!
This recipe says cooking time 20 minutes, but I’m not seeing anything in the instructions requiring heating so I’m confused.
Author
your right, there is no cooking time required, I’ve updated the recipe!
Thanks, Eve, love your site!
Author
thanks Jess <3
For how long you can keep the cream? Does it have to be refrigerated? thank you
Author
You can keep it up to 2-3 months and it does not need to be refrigerated.
Does this cream change one’s completion? Is it good for all skin type?
Author
its good for all type of skin and especially more mature skin, the essential oils helps even out the tone of the complexion.
Could you give a list of places to buy the unusual ingredients you use in your creams, please.
Some of the ingredients I have never heard of, but would like to try them.
Thanks
Author
Hi Helena, I buy most of my products on Amazon https://amzn.to/2Chwkek and I must say I am quite addicted to the one day delivery with Prime…!
If you click on the link of each of the product, it will direct you to the place you can buy it online.
Some of your Amazon links are out of stock!
Author
thanks Jess, its updated too now!
Thank you eve for this great recipe I’m learning for you so much!
May I ask you if I need make big batches from this cream how I can prevent it with natrul preventionals?
I have other question if I made a home made recipe that contain water how I can prevent it too from bacteria and microbes?
Hope I hear from you soon.
Author
HI Aya, you would need to use preservatives, the common ones (not very natural) are Optiphen https://amzn.to/2NfWsax
There is also this one that I have not tested yet that looks natural Leucidal Liquid SF: https://amzn.to/2wkv4AI
to be use 2 to 4% in dilution to the cream or lotion. always do a allergy test before applying the cream.
I don’t use preservatives and i avoid making cream with water content (unless its hydrosol).
Hi Eve, can I use unrefined shea butter.
Love, love, love your recipes.
Author
yes of course and thanks Roslyn 🙂
I would like to make this cream. But I only have unrefined organic shea butter. Would this be ok to use?
Author
yes, thats fine!
Hi, I have stumbled upon your sight and LOVE it!!! Thank you so much for posting your recipes. I can’t wait to get started. I also love that so many of the same oils and ingredients can be used with multiple recipes. This is great for a beginner! Especially when you are ordering all of the ingredients. I feel like I can make multiple products without spending a fortune. Can you tell me where you found your 20 ounce jars? I have been looking on Amazon and i’m having trouble. Thanks so much!!! 🙂
Author
thanks Tabitha!! you can find them on amazon, those ones are 9 Oz https://amzn.to/2HoxVME
Why use a aluminum pot for making the cream? Do you heat it and for how long? Please be more specific. I would like to make it.
Author
you can use alluminum bowl or glass bowl, no need to heat it.
how long does this cream last? can some vit E (or smth) be added to the recipe for longer conservation?
Author
it lasts 3 to 4 months, I don’t bother with vitamin E but you could add a few drops!
Eve-do you have recipes for organic pesticide?
Author
Hi Rosann, that’s a good idea to share something about natural gardening techniques, I will do that this summer. I like to plant nasturtium and marigold flowers in my vegetable garden as they repulse pests.