With the cold fall air right around the corner, many people have to change their skin care routines to prevent dry skin. Utilizing coconut oil as a skin care ingredient (or by itself for a moisturizer) can be very helpful for all skin types. Coconut oil has been know to have anti-inflammatory properties (which can help with irritated skin) and there are no side effects like many other cleansing oils have.
Supplies
Cotton cosmetic rounds/pads
Mixing bowl
Whisk
Jar for storing finished makeup remover pads.
Ingredients
1 cup of hot water
½ tsp castile soap (unscented)
2 tbls Aunt Patty’s Organic Coconut Oil
5-10 drops of essential oil (can utilize what’s best for your skin or whatever fragrance you prefer).
Directions
- Pour hot water into mixing bowl. Add castile soap and coconut oil to hot water - gently whisking until combined.
- Add essential oil drops to water mixture. Whisk until all ingredients are combined.
- Meanwhile, place cotton cosmetic rounds in a small container (with tight fitting lid for storage).
- Pour water/coconut oil mixture over cosmetic rounds until covered.The makeup remover pads will last for a few weeks stored at room temperature.