Lotions are one of the vital defense products to our skin against environmental pollution, lifestyle factors, and various stress that our skin undergoes throughout our lives. It can clutch moisture, hydrate, improve cell turnover, and help in improving overall skin condition.
One of the handy options for everyone around the globe is the commercial or over the counter lotions. But, with conscious lifestyle habits and growing concerns over the chemicals used in the creams, people turn over to natural ones. Because homemade body lotion does not contain harmful chemicals, plus we could choose ingredients that best fit our skin(1).
So, here are the best options for those looking to rejuvenate and replenish the skin naturally. Below listed are both the ingredients and their benefits and how to prepare the lotions.
Since ages, aloe vera has been one of the common sources and ingredients in many homemade and commercial skin products. It helps to treat dry & flaky skin, burns, and prevent aging. Antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties of the gel can treat acne.
Besides, aloe vera gel contains several vitamins, minerals, enzymes, and other nutrients that can soothe, replenish, and rejuvenate the overall skin condition.
The topical application of almond oil has numerous benefits. It can reduce puffiness, treat dry skin, acne, sun damage, and scars. The emollient properties of almond oil play a significant role in improving skin tone and complexion.
Vitamin E is one of the key ingredients used in many skin care products due to its ability to improve overall skin condition. It hydrates, soothes, and moisturizes the skin. Vitamin E can also protect the skin from sun damage and reduce the appearance of scars.
Besides, it exhibits excellent anti-aging benefits.
Coconut oil is one of the best natural moisturizers for the skin. It can reduce inflammation, promote healing, and exhibit antimicrobial activities. These and many more properties of coconut oil can protect the skin, treat acne, reduce patches, and contribute to a healthy skin condition.
Shea butter is used in a lot of cosmetic and skincare brands due to its healthy nutrient contents and also for its ability to soften the skin. It can condition and tone the skin in a perfect manner. Besides, shea butter also exhibits excellent healing and anti-inflammatory properties.
Beeswax acts as an excellent skin guardian, which protects the skin from various harmful particles in the environment. It also contains vitamin A which supports cell health and reconstruction.
Oats may be well-known for tropical application, but it is one of the best natural skin enrichers. It can soak up excess oil, treat acne & dry skin, and also remove dead skin cells. They also help exhibit excellent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Below listed are some of the homemade lotion recipes with ingredients listed above.
Now take the liquid and pour it into a small storage jar. Store it in a cool place.
You can use this as a regular moisturizer.
Your aloe vera and shea butter lotion is ready to use. Put it in a storage glass and store it in a cool place.
In general, homemade moisturizers have a shelf-life of around six months since these do not contain any chemicals which generally extend the shelf-life. So, it is usually advised to use these products within six months.
These simple ingredients that you can find at home can give you the best natural lotion. And as discussed above, these lotions are natural and are free of chemicals, meaning it can exhibit excellent benefits with no-side effects.