Naturally Nourished: A Guide to Homemade Moisturizers for Sustainable Skincare

As the sun begins to shine brightly, it is essential to protect your skin from the heat, sun, salt, and chlorinated water that can dry it out. Lekaba.fr recommends using natural products to avoid harmful effects on both your skin and the environment. While commercial moisturizers may be convenient, they contain chemical or toxic substances that can harm your skin and contribute to global greenhouse gas emissions through their manufacturing processes and packaging waste.

One alternative to commercial moisturizers is making your own balm at home using natural ingredients such as coconut oil, beeswax, cocoa or shea butter, vegetable oil, and a drop of vitamin E. The process involves melting the oils together and pouring them into a mold before letting them solidify. Once solidified, the balm can be used on the skin to keep it moisturized. It is important to keep the balm refrigerated during hot weather to prevent it from melting.

While homemade balms are beneficial for moisturizing the skin, they may leave an oily layer on the skin when applied immediately after showering or before going out. Therefore, it is advisable to wait a bit before putting clothes on after applying homemade balm. However, homemade balms are hydrating and long-lasting, offering a sustainable alternative to commercial moisturizers that contribute significantly to global greenhouse gas emissions. By making your own balm using natural ingredients and avoiding additives, you can control what goes into your skincare products while reducing packaging waste and contributing to a greener lifestyle.