Natural cosmetics at home

This scrub is great because it gently removes dead skin cells and leaves your skin soft and glowing.

• 2 tablespoons turmeric
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon honey
• lemon juice (optional)

Mix all ingredients together until you get a smooth, spreadable paste.

Apply to damp skin, massage in circular motions, then rinse off.

Keep in a sealed jar for up to 1–2 weeks.

This cream is great because it nourishes and protects the skin while supporting its natural regeneration.

• 100 g extra virgin olive oil
• 20 g beeswax

Melt together over steam, pour into a clean jar, and let it solidify.

Apply it to lips, hands, dry skin, hair ends, elbows and heels, and it’s also great for dry dog paws.

Store at room temperature in a sealed container.

This deodorant is a natural way to help neutralise odours while being gentle on the skin.

• 20 g cocoa butter
• 8 g coconut oil
• 7 g almond oil
• 15 g baking soda
• a few drops of lavender essential oil

Melt the oils, mix all ingredients together, then let it set.

Apply a small amount to clean skin.

Keep in a cool place.

Making your own natural cosmetics doesn’t have to be complicated – with a few simple ingredients, you can easily try it at home. If you’d rather choose ready-made products, you’ll find many stallholders at local markets offering carefully crafted natural cosmetics.