As the sun shines brightly, it is crucial to protect your skin from the heat, sun, salt, and chlorinated water, which can dry it out. To keep your skin moisturized during this time, Lekaba.fr recommends using natural products instead of chemical-laden commercial moisturizers.
The cosmetic industry is responsible for a significant portion of global greenhouse gas emissions due to its manufacturing processes and packaging waste. One alternative to buying commercial moisturizers is to make your own balm at home. By using natural ingredients and avoiding additives, you can create a moisturizing balm that is environmentally friendly and good for your skin. The ingredients needed for a homemade balm are coconut oil, beeswax, cocoa or shea butter, vegetable oil, and a drop of vitamin E.
Although the initial investment in ingredients may be a bit expensive, it will provide you with enough materials to make multiple batches of balm. The process of making the balm involves melting the oils together, pouring them into a mold, and letting it solidify. Once solidified, the balm can be used on the skin to keep it moisturized. It is essential 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 if used immediately after application. Therefore, it’s advisable to wait a bit before putting clothes on after applying homemade balms. Homemade balms are hydrating and long-lasting, offering a sustainable alternative to commercial moisturizers that contribute significantly to packaging waste while harming both our skin and environment.
In conclusion, making your own natural product-based moisture cream orbalm is an excellent way to avoid harmful chemicals while contributing towards sustainability by reducing packaging waste generated by commercial brands in the cosmetics industry.