Homemade Facial Products and Make-up

Disneyphile · 02-17-2005, 02:50 PM

Ok, so I've finally come to the decision to make my own version of that "tingly pouty lip stuff" that's rather popular these days.

Ingredients:
Jojoba oil (base)
Ginger oil
Cinnamon oil

I also might add some glycerin for thickness. I might even add a spot of Peppermint oil for an added "zing" during the holiday season. Candy cane kisses anyone?

I just haven't been able to justify spending $15 for a small tube of it, when I'm experienced enough in herbal lore to make it myself. And after locating the prices for the ingredients, it'll cost me about $10 to make a full 8 ounces of the stuff. MUCH cheaper.

For other money savers, I also learned a long time ago that many expensive clay masks are made from the exact same clay as kitty litter. A great face mask can be made from unscented plain scoopable litter, pulverized and blended with a bit of fruit essences and a light moisterizer. I've acutally tried this one myself, and it works great.

As for breasts - take an old bra, coat the sides with a blend of mashed overripe bananas and honey and wear overnight for soft skin and added "perkiness".

The last two "alternatives" were mentioned about 7 years ago on a TV special.

Anyone have any homemade tips to share?

*dsnylndmom* · 02-17-2005, 03:19 PM

I love the Candy Cane Kisses idea~ That's so cute. Those would make great gifts too!

You are sooo damn creative!!

Tinkerbelle · 02-17-2005, 03:27 PM

Added perkyness? Always a good thing, but it sounds a bit uncomfortable...have you tried that one yet?

as for the (unused)kitty litter face mask, I'll stick with my more expensive premade versions...I have a cat...that would just creap me out to much....

I like the lipgloss idea...may try that one.

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my own personal favorites...
-mayo as hair conditioner
-I make my own bath soaks using an assortment of herbs (lavender, chamomille, rosemary, lemongrass, mint, etc...)
try adding finely ground seasalt (exfoliates, detoxifies)
I prefer making my own oatmeal bath (plain old oatmeal and a food processor, so much cheaper)

Want soft feet? plain old vaseline and comfy socks, rub feet w/ vasoline, put on socks, sleep, presto perfec feet in the morning...

I have a ton more but I can't think of them right now, I'll post more when I think of them...

Disneyphile · 02-17-2005, 03:28 PM

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Originally Posted by dsnylndmom

I love the Candy Cane Kisses idea~ That's so cute. Those would make great gifts too!

You are sooo damn creative!!

The only frightening part - I'm my own guinea pig, and I guess Ken will be also.

The hard part will be figuring out the exact proportional balance of oils - it could end up a "hot time" on the ol' lips. But, they are all-natural and non-poisonous ingredients, so a bit of trial and error won't be be life-threatening, at least. I just might end up walking around with twin Goodyear blimps attached to my mouth. Heh.

I like your gift idea though. They do sell small roll-on and brush bottles at the supply shop...... print up a cute label and tie a ribbon on 'em, and voila!

Now, to come up with a zesty summer "flavor" too..... hmmmm. Sunkissed Citrus?

Disneyphile · 02-17-2005, 03:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tinkerbelle

Added perkyness? Always a good thing, but it sounds a bit uncomfortable...have you tried that one yet?

Yes, and it's a bit sticky, but the result is quite nice.

Quote:

as for the (unused)kitty litter face mask, I'll stick with my more expensive premade versions...I have a cat...that would just creap me out to much....

Yeah, I know. I have three. I can just imagine what might happen if I laid down for a bit with the mask.

Quote:

I like the lipgloss idea...may try that one.

Go for it! Just be careful with the ginger and cinnamon in oil form - while non-toxic, they are also irritants. So, start off with a very sparing amount compared to the jojoba and glycerin, and then up it if needed.

Quote:

-mayo as hair conditioner

I LOVE this one. It has brought my hair back from the dead on many occasions.

Quote:

Want soft feet? plain old vaseline and comfy socks, rub feet w/ vasoline, put on socks, sleep, presto perfec feet in the morning...

Ooooh! Awesome idea! I'll have to try this.

Disneyphile · 02-17-2005, 04:34 PM

I found a really cool online article with a LOT of tips here.

Tinkerbelle · 02-17-2005, 07:34 PM

thanks for the link. Great ideas...I do the conditioner instead of shaving cream, works beautifully, no razor burn..

02-17-2005, 02:50 PM	#1
Disneyphile . Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Left the church, but not the parishioners. Posts: 8,404	Homemade Facial Products and Make-up Ok, so I've finally come to the decision to make my own version of that "tingly pouty lip stuff" that's rather popular these days. Ingredients: Jojoba oil (base) Ginger oil Cinnamon oil I also might add some glycerin for thickness. I might even add a spot of Peppermint oil for an added "zing" during the holiday season. Candy cane kisses anyone? I just haven't been able to justify spending $15 for a small tube of it, when I'm experienced enough in herbal lore to make it myself. And after locating the prices for the ingredients, it'll cost me about $10 to make a full 8 ounces of the stuff. MUCH cheaper. For other money savers, I also learned a long time ago that many expensive clay masks are made from the exact same clay as kitty litter. A great face mask can be made from unscented plain scoopable litter, pulverized and blended with a bit of fruit essences and a light moisterizer. I've acutally tried this one myself, and it works great. As for breasts - take an old bra, coat the sides with a blend of mashed overripe bananas and honey and wear overnight for soft skin and added "perkiness". The last two "alternatives" were mentioned about 7 years ago on a TV special. Anyone have any homemade tips to share? __________________ disneyphile@gmail.com

02-17-2005, 03:19 PM	#2
dsnylndmom Hooray for beer! MiceChat Moderator Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Still wishing I was back at the Poly Posts: 46,775 Blog Entries: 40	I love the Candy Cane Kisses idea~ That's so cute. Those would make great gifts too! You are sooo damn creative!! __________________ Delta Mu Chi Alpha ΔΜΧΑ Your hopes and wishes are your own -- you cannot ever let them be defined by others.

02-17-2005, 04:34 PM	#6
Disneyphile . Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Left the church, but not the parishioners. Posts: 8,404	I found a really cool online article with a LOT of tips here. __________________ disneyphile@gmail.com

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02-17-2005, 03:27 PM	#3
Tinkerbelle Waiting for the stork Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: in a chaotic world Posts: 15,234	Added perkyness? Always a good thing, but it sounds a bit uncomfortable...have you tried that one yet? as for the (unused)kitty litter face mask, I'll stick with my more expensive premade versions...I have a cat...that would just creap me out to much.... I like the lipgloss idea...may try that one. -------------- my own personal favorites... -mayo as hair conditioner -I make my own bath soaks using an assortment of herbs (lavender, chamomille, rosemary, lemongrass, mint, etc...) try adding finely ground seasalt (exfoliates, detoxifies) I prefer making my own oatmeal bath (plain old oatmeal and a food processor, so much cheaper) Want soft feet? plain old vaseline and comfy socks, rub feet w/ vasoline, put on socks, sleep, presto perfec feet in the morning... I have a ton more but I can't think of them right now, I'll post more when I think of them...

02-17-2005, 07:34 PM	#7
Tinkerbelle Waiting for the stork Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: in a chaotic world Posts: 15,234	thanks for the link. Great ideas...I do the conditioner instead of shaving cream, works beautifully, no razor burn..