3 skincare recipes for men and essential oil blends

Skincare Recipes for Men

In this post:

A face wash recipe

A toner recipe

A moisturizer recipe

Skincare essential oil blends

Skincare Recipes for Men

There’s no reason that men can’t use any of my other recipes. However, I happen to love floral scents (I’m not saying men can’t love floral scents) and pretty colors and sometimes I make very specific products. I have a ton of bottles of various things in my bathroom. So, these recipes are for men who, like my teenager, want simple, effective, and inexpensive skincare. Feel free to make them with or without essential oils.

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Men’s Face Wash Recipe

Here’s a simple recipe for a men’s face wash using natural ingredients:

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup liquid castile soap
• 1/4 cup brewed green tea (cooled)
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon almond oil or jojoba oil
• 5-10 drops of tea tree essential oil
• 5-10 drops of cedarwood essential oil
• 5-10 drops of bergamot essential oil

Instructions:

1. Brew a cup of green tea and allow it to cool to room temperature.
2. In a small bowl, mix the liquid castile soap, brewed green tea, honey, and almond oil or jojoba oil.
3. Add the tea tree, cedarwood, and bergamot essential oils to the mixture. Adjust the amount based on your preference for scent strength.
4. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
5. Transfer the face wash to a pump bottle or squeeze bottle for easy use.
6. To use, apply a small amount of the face wash to wet skin, lather, and then rinse thoroughly with water. Avoid contact with eyes.

This face wash combines the cleansing properties of castile soap with the soothing and antibacterial properties of green tea, honey, and essential oils. Tea tree oil is known for its acne-fighting properties, while cedarwood and bergamot essential oils add a masculine scent. Adjust the essential oil quantities to suit your preference.

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Facial Toner Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup witch hazel
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup distilled water
• 5-10 drops of cedarwood essential oil
• 5-10 drops of sandalwood essential oil
• 5-10 drops of bergamot essential oil

Instructions:

1. In a glass bottle, combine witch hazel, apple cider vinegar, and distilled water.
2. Add the essential oils to the mixture. Adjust the amount based on your preference for scent strength.
3. Close the bottle and shake well to combine all the ingredients.
4. Store the toner in a cool, dark place.
5. To use, apply the toner to a cotton pad and gently swipe it over your face after cleansing. Avoid the eye area.

This toner can help balance the skin’s pH, tighten pores, and provide a refreshing feel. The cedarwood, sandalwood, and bergamot essential oils give it a masculine scent while offering additional benefits for the skin. Adjust the essential oil quantities to suit your preference.

Moisturizer

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup shea butter
• 1/4 cup cocoa butter
• 2 tablespoons jojoba oil
• 2 tablespoons sweet almond oil
• 10 drops cedarwood essential oil
• 5 drops sandalwood essential oil
• 5 drops bergamot essential oil

Instructions:

1. In a double boiler, melt the shea butter and cocoa butter together until fully melted and well combined.
2. Remove from heat and stir in the jojoba oil, sweet almond oil, and essential oils.
3. Pour the mixture into a clean glass jar or container and let it cool and solidify.
4. Once solid, your moisturizer is ready to use. Scoop out a small amount and apply to your skin as needed, focusing on dry areas.

If you would like a moisturizer in a stick that can double as a deodorant or friction stick, check out this recipe.

Skincare Essential Oil Blends for Men

These blends can be customized based on individual preferences and skin types. Always perform a patch test before using any new essential oil blend, especially on sensitive skin.

1. After-Shave Soothing Blend:
   • 2 drops Lavender
   • 2 drops Tea Tree
   • 2 drops Frankincense
   • 1 drop Peppermint
   • Dilute in a carrier oil like Jojoba or Sweet Almond Oil
2. Anti-Aging Serum:
   • 3 drops Sandalwood
   • 2 drops Frankincense
   • 2 drops Helichrysum
   • 1 drop Geranium
   • Dilute in a carrier oil like Rosehip Seed Oil
3. Acne Fighting Blend:
   • 2 drops Tea Tree
   • 2 drops Lavender
   • 1 drop Lemongrass
   • 1 drop Juniper Berry
   • Dilute in a carrier oil like Grapeseed or Jojoba Oil
4. Refreshing Facial Toner:
   • 3 drops Cypress
   • 2 drops Bergamot
   • 1 drop Peppermint
   • Dilute in Witch Hazel or Aloe Vera Gel
5. Calming Aftershave Mist:
   • 3 drops Chamomile (Roman)
   • 2 drops Lavender
   • 1 drop Cedarwood
   • Dilute in distilled water or aloe vera juice