Natural Skincare That Works: 3 DIY Recipes for Radiant Summer Skin

You don’t need a fancy spa day or a shelf full of overpriced products to feel like your glowiest self this summer. Some of the best skincare ingredients are already hiding in your pantry and apothecary. These 3 DIY skincare recipes are made for real life: fast, effective, and fully natural.

Made with fresh-milled ingredients, soothing herbs, and skin-loving oils, these recipes help hydrate, exfoliate, and soften without harsh chemicals.

Made for You If...

• You’re tired of guessing what’s in your skincare

• You want affordable, natural alternatives that actually work

• You need recipes that are quick and easy to make

• You’re embracing your glow, not hiding it

What You’ll Come Away With:

• 3 proven DIY skincare recipes made from simple ingredients

• Options for both tallow-based and vegan skincare

• Insight into which herbs support healthy summer skin

1. Tallow & Rosehip Radiance Balm (Vegan Option Included)

This nourishing balm melts into skin and locks in hydration with a glow. Made for dry, sun-exposed, or sensitive skin.

Key Ingredients:

• Grass-fed tallow (or shea butter) – deeply moisturizing and vitamin-rich

• Rosehip seed oil – high in antioxidants and vitamin C for brightening and repair

• Lavender-infused jojoba oil – balances oil production and soothes irritation

• Beeswax (or candelilla wax) – locks in moisture and provides a skin-protecting barrier

• Essential oil blend – lavender, geranium, and frankincense promote calm, repair, and rejuvenation

[👉 Grab the full printable recipe here.]

2. Citrus & Calendula Sugar Scrub

Brighten and buff with this gentle exfoliating scrub that smells like summer. Use 2-3x weekly on arms, legs, and hands.

Key Ingredients:

• Calendula-infused olive or sunflower oil – reduces inflammation and promotes healing

• Raw cane sugar – provides natural exfoliation without irritation

• Lemon and orange zest – packed with enzymes and vitamin C to refresh dull skin

• Vitamin E oil – protects against free radicals and supports healing

• Citrus essential oils – optional boost of aroma and mood-lifting benefits

[👉 Grab the full printable recipe here.]

3. Aloe & Green Tea After-Sun Toner

Cool, calm, and hydrate skin after sun exposure or heat with this simple toner that feels like a breeze in a bottle.

Key Ingredients:

• Aloe vera juice or gel – hydrates and soothes heat-stressed skin

• Brewed green tea or yerba mate – antioxidant-rich base that helps calm redness and protect skin

• Alcohol-free witch hazel – tones without over-drying or irritation

• Lavender or chamomile hydrosol – adds a soft floral aroma and gentle cooling properties

• Peppermint essential oil (1 drop max per oz) – gives a refreshing tingle and light cooling effect

[👉 Grab the full printable recipe here.]

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Snag the Summer Glow Bundle for just $5. Includes:

• Tallow and Rosehip Radiance Balm

• Citrus and Calendula Sugar Scrub

• Aloe and Green Tea After-Sun Toner

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Final Thought:

Your summer glow doesn't have to come from a bottle—it can come from your own hands. These simple recipes are crafted with real ingredients that nourish, soothe, and shine naturally. No mystery formulas. No stress. Just honest skincare that works.