Simple Skincare Recipes Made with Foraged Herbs and Botanicals

Honoring Ancestors Across The Globe

As I write, it is Native American Day. Native Americans traditionally use plants for their sacred ceremonies, spirit medicine, and herbal medicine. I thought it might be nice to show that no matter what culture you come from, there is likely to be ancient wisdom around homemade skin care for your skin type. Many things in the past were foraged, so together, we’ll explore modern recipes that reflect the use of indigenous ingredients. 

Safety & Good Practice Around Foraging for Homemade Skin Care 

Before we begin, let's just address some basic safety.

While it may seem like ‘just a plant’, plants have a variety of chemical constituents and can therefore affect us in a variety of ways. Foxgloves, for example, contain digitalis that can affect the rhythm of our heart, so much so, it is used in Digoxin, which is a heart medication.

Seek professional advice before foraging in your area, be aware of the laws of your country and even your state. Never take more than you need, and always leave more than enough for nature to replenish, restore, and feed the wildlife.  Each of us is made differently with different needs, so seek advice from a medical professional before using herbal preparations. This is especially important if you are taking any kind of medication or have a condition of any kind.

Be mindful that many poisonous plants look very like benign ones. Cow Parsley looks almost identical to Hemlock to the uninitiated. Hemlock can, and most likely will, kill you if ingested! Be sure about your identification before using it in any way.

Be judicious about what you are picking and be mindful of the environment. Taking whole plants is illegal in many countries. Get educated on local laws because ignorance is no defense. There are plenty of online foraging groups that can help, but ultimately, safety and ethics are your responsibility.

Homemade Skin Care Inspired By Yarrow

They planted what they called Herba militaris (Soldier's herb), because it was renowned for staunching blood, especially from wounds created by metal, like knives and swords. Then it also helped with healing those wounds and preventing infections from setting in. Many wounded soldiers only survived to later die of infected wounds, so any plants that helped to resist infection and reduce fever were highly prized.

Interestingly, another of its traditional uses is as a tea for relieving a cold and reducing fever. 

Named After The Greek Hero Achilles?

Yarrow had a history beyond Rome into the ancient Greek empire of the legendary hero Achilles (400 - 350 BC). He, too, knew of the benefits of using Yarrow to treat soldiers' wounds. We presume that it was named after him for this reason.

If you have ever had Yarrow take over your garden, you will know that it has a reputation as a weed for invincibility, invulnerability, and brute strength - just like Achilles (until you get to his heel). It's never a weed in my garden, it’s far too useful for that disdainful moniker! 

Benefits of Yarrow in Homemade Skin Care

For an unassuming herb with such pretty, delicate flowers, Yarrow packs a punch in your homemade skin care recipes because it is bursting with anti-inflammatory and astringent qualities. I can walk right outside of my back door and put my hand on a lovely stand of Yarrow.  It has a long history as one of the best skin-healing herbs. I use yarrow for a variety of reasons in my homemade skin care, but most often, for its traditional benefit of staunching wounds and wound healing. I used it in my Quick Clot Powder recipe in Crafting a Custom Essential Oils First Aid Kit.

It can soothe dry, irritated skin that is also inflamed and red. It’s useful if you have acne, eczema, or psoriasis for its soothing relief. (Nemeth, 2008) Astringent constituents lift, tone, and even the skin, helping it feel tighter and appear more firm and supple. Plump, firm skin helps reduce the appearance of fine wrinkles and lines and look more youthful.

Talking about signs of aging, it is bursting with those wonderful antioxidant qualities that fight oxidative stress and free radicals, which contribute to signs of aging, like hyperpigmentation. Yarrow’s properties may brighten skin and help in reducing dark marks. 

Homemade Skin Care Yarrow Shaving Serum Recipe

If you put fresh Yarrow to infuse in a carrier oil, if it has a high water content, it can end up infusing too much water into your oil and turning your oil rancid. Dried herbs do not tend to have this same issue.

You can either use fresh herbs and apply some heat to the oil for a quick infusion, or use dried herbs for a longer infusion. For this, I suggest you go long and slow with dried Yarrow for the best effects. However, the choice, as always, is yours; after all, they are your own homemade skin care recipes to tweak to your individual needs.

Need a video tutorial? Try YARROW HARVESTING // Making Infused Oil // Achillea Millefolium

I have used Sweet Almond oil in this recipe, but you can use Jojoba oil if you prefer. Jojoba oil is preferred if your skin needs balancing in some way. Especially if your skin feels too dry or too oily.

You Will Need:

1. 1. Large jar and lid
   2. Tightly woven cotton cloth for straining
   3. Sieve
   4. Measuring jug
   5. Stainless steel spoon
   6. Bottle funnel
   7. 50 ml bottle with rubber-topped dropper
   8. Oil and waterproof labels

Ingredients:

Infused Yarrow Oil Ingredients

This makes more than you need for the recipe, so you will have spare infused oil to use in other exciting botanical skincare projects.

• • 250 ml of Sweet Almond carrier oil (Prunus dulcis)
  • Several handfuls of dried Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium)

Shaving Serum Ingredients

• • 30 ml of Infused Yarrow oil (Prunus dulcis & Achillea Millefolium)
  • 10 ml of Argan carrier oil (Argania Spinosa)
  • 10 ml of Rosehip carrier oil (Rosa Canina)
  • 10 drops of Roman Chamomile essential oil (Anthemis nobilis L.)
  • 10 drops of Yarrow essential oil (Achillea millefolium)
  • 10 drops of Frankincense essential oil (Boswellia serrata)

Optional: Natural preservative of your choice.

Safety:

• • Do not use it in the first 16 weeks of pregnancy.
  • Always consult your chosen medical professional before using any herbal preparation, especially if you have medical conditions and are taking medication. 
  • Yarrow can be neurotoxic, so avoid using it if you have epilepsy.

Method:

Infusing the Yarrow Oil

1. 1. Collect and dry your Yarrow flowers, stems, and leaves.
   2. Make sure they are dry and place them in a glass jar.
   3. Pour over enough Sweet Almond carrier oil to cover the Yarrow.
   4. Lid, label with the date, and leave for 30 days on a sunny windowsill.
   5. After 30 days, your oil is ready to strain and decant.
   6. Line a sieve, set over a measuring jug, with a tightly woven cotton cloth, and strain your oil. 
   7. Squeeze the contents through the cloth to extract all the oily goodness from the Yarrow. 
   8. Pour into a clean jar, lid, and label with the contents. Note what oil you used and date it. 
   9. It is well worth patch testing this now to avoid any costly mistakes in the future. 

Putting Together The Shaving Serum

1. 1. Measure out all your carrier oils into a small measuring jug and stir well to mix.
   2. Add the essential oils and combine thoroughly.
   3. Decant into a rubber-topped dropper bottle, using a funnel to keep your bottle oil-free. It helps you label to adhere better if your bottle is immaculately clean. 
   4. On an oil and waterproof label, list all ingredients and safety contraindications.
   5. Add a production and expiry date of 3 months unless you used a preservative.

How To Use:

1. 1. Don’t forget that a 24-48 hour patch test before first use.
   2. You only need a tiny amount of this serum; less is more here.
   3. For a spot treatment on shaving cuts and nicks, simply dab directly to the area and wait one minute before removing any excess very gently with a paper tissue.
   4. For use as a general serum, dispense two drops into the palm of your hand and warm the oil through. 
   5. Then apply with your fingers, in small upward circular motions, taking care not to drag any delicate areas of skin. 
   6. Leave to sink in and get to work. 
   7. Make this face oil a regular part of your skin care routine, using it after your cleanser and regular moisturizer to lock in hydration.
   8. Use 3-4 times a week for dry skin, less for normal to oily skin.

How To Tweak This Homemade Skin Care Yarrow Shaving Serum Recipe

You can infuse your Yarrow in another type of oil like Sunflower oil, Coconut oil, or Olive oil, but remember to choose something with a long shelf life that will take prolonged exposure to the sun. Why not add some Calendula petals for an extra boost?

You can use any mixture of carrier oils that suits your skin type best. Swap Argan oil for Castor oil, but the Rosehip, with all its incredible qualities, is best left included.

You can use any combination of essential oils that you like. Geranium is equally as good as Yarrow for staunching blood; it also has a more feminine aroma. Helichrysum and Myrrh are renowned for their skin healing properties and make ideal alternatives.

Just a few drops of essential oil can have a powerful effect in your homemade skin care recipes. Choose specific essential oils to address your skin concerns, skin issues, and skin needs. There’s something for all skin types, even the most sensitive skin.

Use any remaining infused Yarrow oil to make your own cosmetic beauty products like homemade sugar scrub, body butter, body oil, shower oil, soaps, and body lotion. It is also wonderful in facial skincare products like moisturizers, face masks, and night creams. 

Other Yarrow videos and recipes:

1. 1. How To Make Yarrow Oil And 10 Ways To Use It
   2. Let's Make An Easy Yarrow Spritz For Acne, Hemorrhoids, Wound Care, & More!
   3. Yarrow Soap Recipe {Cold Process}

Homemade Skin Care Inspired By The First Nation People of Australia With Manuka Honey

Decisions, Decisions

I couldn’t write this section without consulting Australian Essential Oil Profiles by the wonderful Deby Atterby. I was fortunate enough to meet Deby recently, a lovely lady with a huge heart, sparkly eyes, and a mischievous laugh. She has a wealth of knowledge, not only about Australian essential oils, but also the traditional plant uses of the First Nation people of Australia. Which she covers in her book, so take a look if you're interested in learning more. 

Manuka

Manuka (Leptospermum scoparium) belongs to the Myrtaceae plant family. It is also known as Kahikatoa or Red Mānuka, and it can be found throughout New Zealand and Australia. It has a long history of use in both of these countries. The hardwood was used in building and making weapons, and the leaves were used for medicine. Naturally, they would also use the honey made from bees visiting mostly Manuka flowers. This honey is now world-famous and highly sought after.

There is much anecdotal evidence to suggest Manuka helps to heal skin infections and encourages faster wound healing. I have used it for this purpose for years and in my own homemade skin care recipes.  Research is catching up, Mathew (2020) concluded, ‘The current in vitro data suggest that manuka oil products may have efficacy in the treatment of many cutaneous skin infections.

We are going to put Manuka Honey, rather than the essential oil, to good use in this acne lotion. It is suitable for use on both the face and body and is an appealing and refreshingly light skin care preparation.

Needless to say, going foraging for Manuka honey should be done with a professional beekeeper who can offer you protective equipment and impart their wisdom to safeguard the precious bees who make it for us. Do NOT forage for any kind of wild honey if you have little to no experience doing so!

Naturally, I am going to combine Manuka Honey with the ubiquitous Australian powerhouses of Tea Tree (Melaleuca alternifolia) and Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus) too, in the form of essential oils.  

Elder

Elder (Sambucus nigra) is not indigenous to Australia; it was introduced by the British immigrants and is now a widespread shrub across Australia. Elder is now being used in more modern variations of First Nation medicine.

Including Elder here in this demonstrates how the changing landscape around us can offer new plants to work with on a medicinal level. We can pair them with the ancient local plants to create energetic imprints that reflect the modern, multicultural world around us.

Luckily, it grows across the world, and it is fairly easy to source a few leaves, flowers, or berries from it. If you need to buy it, you will have more luck buying the dried flowers. 

Delve Deeper Into Homemade Skin Care For Acne

If you have not made homemade skin care recipes for acne before, take a look at Revolutionary Acne Kit: Essential Oils for Clearer Skin! It will give you a good base understanding of what essential oils and natural ingredients are going to suit you best. 

Benefits of Manuka Honey in Homemade Skin Care

For some of you, it may seem a little odd to be adding Manuka Honey to your homemade skin care recipes, but trust me on this, I have been doing it for years, and research is catching up to support it, like this from McCloone (2016):

‘Manuka honey has been scientifically recognized for its antimicrobial and wound healing properties and is now used clinically as a topical treatment for wound infections’.

Manuka honey’s anti-inflammatory properties are useful for soothing irritated and inflamed skin. It can alleviate the itch and reduce redness, making it ideal for use in homemade skincare for conditions like acne, eczema, rosacea, and dermatitis.

It has highly active antimicrobial properties that fight off bacteria, encourage skin cell renewal and tissue regeneration, and protect against infection. It is these actions that make it so effective in wound care and expedite healing.

Strong antibacterial properties fight off bacteria associated with blemishes and skin conditions like acne. Paired with those anti-inflammatory actions, it can soothe and calm red, irritated, and inflamed skin, so often associated with acne.

Manuka Honey is quite useful at balancing the skin’s pH level, as well as being an effective humectant, attracting and locking in hydration. These actions can improve the feel and appearance of dry, flaky skin. It also acts as an extremely gentle exfoliator, lifting and removing dead skin cells, which is critical in reducing blocked pores.

Packed with antioxidants, it will fight free radicals and oxidative stress, protecting your precious skin cells from damage and improving skin elasticity. Damage to these cells can contribute to the signs of premature aging, like fine lines, wrinkles, and hyperpigmentation.

As you can see, Manuka Honey is a mighty powerhouse of an ingredient for your homemade skin care recipes.

Homemade Skin Care Manuka Honey Acne Lotion Recipe

This is a pretty easy homemade skin care recipe, and there are numerous ways that you can make it. If you are in Australia and have access to fresh Manuka, Tea Tree, Elder, and Eucalyptus leaves, then by all means, combine them to make an infused oil, just like we did with Yarrow (Method available above).

You can use dried leaves if you can obtain them from a sustainable and ethical source. (Check your country's regulations if you need to import any kind of plant material; it is heavily regulated.)

Alternatively, just use Manuka Honey and essential oils if that is all you can obtain. It will be fine. I’ll show you ways that you can tweak this recipe below.

This makes a wonderfully light and refreshing lotion base, which can be used on the face and body. It will absorb readily and leave your skin feeling replenished, rejuvenated, and soothed. 

The base can be used to create many other homemade skin care recipes with essential oils, plants, and herbs.

You Will Need:

1. 1. Measuring jug
   2. Mixing bowl
   3. Stainless steel spoon
   4. Bottle funnel
   5. 200 ml bottle
   6. Oil and waterproof label

Ingredients:

• • 90 ml of Aqueous Cream (Various ingredients)
  • 60 ml of Orange Flower Water (Citrus aurantium dulcis flower water) + extra for preference.
  • 1 tbsp of Shea Butter (Butyrospermum parkii)
  • 10 ml of Infused Elder oil, made with dried leaves, flowers, or berries (Sambucus nigra & Prunus dulcis)
  • 10 ml of Argan oil (Argania Spinosa)
  • 10 ml of Glycerine (Glycerol)
  • 20 ml of Manuka Honey (Leptospermum scoparium mel)
  • 40 drops of Tea Tree essential oil (Melaleuca alternifolia)
  • 40 drops of German Chamomile essential oil (Matricaria chamomilla L.)
  • 10 drops of Eucalyptus essential oil (Eucalyptus globulus)

Optional: Natural preservative of your choice, follow the manufacturer's instructions. 

Safety:

• • Do not use it in the first 16 weeks of pregnancy. 
  • Always consult your chosen medical professional before using any herbal preparation, especially if you have medical conditions and are taking medication.

Method:

Getting things ready and heating the butter

1. 1. Prepare your working area and measure out all your ingredients.
   2. Mix your essential oils into your Argan and infused Elder oil, and mix well. 
   3. Regular readers know that I balk at heating Shea Butter in a microwave, but we are using so little here, we might as well. Place it in a heatproof measuring jug and set it to bursts for 20-30 seconds until it is melted. 
   4. Though I will share with you, I did just experiment for the sake of finding a different way. I placed a tbsp of Shea Butter on a saucer and placed it over my freshly poured cup of tea this morning, for a few minutes. Lo and behold, the residual heat and steam gave me a wonderful molten puddle of butter, and no microwave was needed. Do it whichever way suits you! 
   5. If your honey is stiff, it might be worth slackening it off on a hot saucer, too.

Mixing The Lotion

1. 1. Put your Aqueous Cream into a mixing bowl and add the molten Shea Butter, and mix quickly and thoroughly.
   2. Add the Manuka Honey and Glycerine, and again mix until fully incorporated. 
   3. Now, you must add the oil mixture before the water-based ingredients. The emulsifiers in the Aqueous Cream will grab onto the essential oil and carrier oils and incorporate them into the mix. If you add the water first, it won’t do this, and the oils may float to the top. 
   4. Mix the oils thoroughly; if you have a hand mixer or immersion blender for this purpose, by all means use it. The better the mixing now, the more likely it the oils will emulsify into the mix. 
   5. Now add your Orange Flower Water to create the fluidity and consistency you want. You may prefer to use less, or even substantially more. It’s your cream, but just be aware that if you add too much, the oils could float upward. If that happens, just add an extra dollop of Aqueous Cream again and mix thoroughly.
   6. Jarring and labeling the lotion
   7. Decant into a 200ml bottle. I like the one with a dispenser top. Use a bottle funnel to help you, as it keeps things clean.
   8. Add an oil and waterproof label, listing all ingredients and safety precautions. 
   9. Add a production and expiry date of 3 months unless you used a preservative. 

How To Use:

1. 1. Don’t forget to always do a 24-48 hour patch test before first use.
   2. This is so light that you can even use it as a cleanser, apply liberally to the face, and wipe it away with soft cotton pads. 
   3. As a moisturizer, after cleansing and toning, apply gently to the face in small upward, circular motions and allow it to sink in.
   4. As a body lotion, apply liberally to the body and massage gently, taking care over any areas of acne. Allow it to sink in; it absorbs very quickly. 
   5. You can use this daily.

How To Tweak This Homemade Skin Care Manuka Honey Acne Lotion Recipe

If you find this homemade skin care recipe of acne lotion with Manuka honey really suits your skin, feel free to add a bit more honey, especially if you are using it as a cleanser. You can add up to about 20%.

You could try gentler essential oils like Lavender if it is a little much for your sensitive skin. If you have blackheads, Bergamot and Grapefruit essential oils are great choices.

Tamanu carrier oil has wonderful anti-inflammatory properties and is a whizz for those of you with acne. Jojoba is a natural balancer of sebum production, so if your skin feels too oily, or even too dry, perhaps use that to infuse your Elder plant matter instead.

Speaking of plant matter, if you are lucky enough to have access to fresh Eucalyptus, Manuka, and Tea Tree leaves, flowers, and barks, why not try an infusion of those, too? You could even make or source your hydrosol to use in place of the Orange Flower Water. Eucalyptus hydrosol is so refreshing and invigorating, it is just glorious!

Other Manuka Honey Videos and Recipes:

1. 1. Manuka Honey Skin Benefits| Dr Dray Dermatologist
   2. Manuka Honey For Face Wash
   3. Diy Honey Face Mask Recipes For Glowing Skin

Homemade Skin Care Incorporating Sweetgrass

Widely used by Native Americans for ceremonial and medicine purposes to attract positive energy and carry messages in the ether, it is traditionally considered grounding, calming, and relaxing.

One of my favorite Buffy Saint Marie’s songs, ‘Ke Sakihitin Awasis (I Love You Baby)’, evokes Sweetgrass use in traditional purification ceremonies.

Well, on some reservation, your purification's begun

It's the fifth generation, the young and the old are as one

Singing "come back to the sweetgrass"

"Come back to the pipe and the drum"

And be your future.”

Copyright Buffy Sainte-Marie (2015)

Find out more about Traditional Sweetgrass Uses.

Positivity and joy radiate from Sweetgrass.  Traditionally, folks weave braids from sweetgrass. Why not try to do so and connect with the spirit of the plant as you work?

Benefits of Sweetgrass in Homemade Skin Care

Sweetgrass has a gorgeous vanilla-like scent that is sweet and widely appealing. If you have never experienced the smell of its delicious smoke, then you have missed out. Traditionally, its aromatics have been associated with uplifting, calming, and grounding.

Sweetgrass contains Coumarin Alm, 2015),  a constituent with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Antioxidants help fight the damage caused by free radicals and reduce oxidative stress that can lead to premature aging, like fine lines and wrinkles. Constituents like Niacinamide may also brighten the skin’s appearance.

Anti-inflammatory phytochemicals soothe irritated and inflamed skin conditions like eczema, dermatitis, or acne. Sweetgrass also boasts soothing anti-inflammatory constituents like Allantoin, which is beneficial to wound healing and regenerating skin cells. It is a super gentle natural ingredient in homemade skin care, and it is suitable for even the most sensitive skin. 

Chemical constituents in sweetgrass support the skin’s normal barrier functioning to leave it feeling hydrated, softened, and protected.

If you do decide to work with sweetgrass, please remember that this is a sacred medicine which has important cultural significance to many of the peoples of the Americas. Please only take as much as you need, to ensure enough is left for everyone.

Homemade Skin Care Sweetgrass Face Spritz Recipe

One of the absolute joys of making your botanical skincare products and homemade skin care is that you can embrace your zest for creativity while making sustainable and eco-conscious choices to align with the needs of the planet.

This Sweetgrass Face Spritz recipe is about as simple as it gets, but it offers fantastic hydrating benefits for your skin.

It would be lovely to forage your grass and to create your very own Sweetgrass braid, made up of seven grass strands to represent the seven grandfathers in each of the three braids. The three braids are meant to represent the physical, mental, and emotional parts of the body or the mind, body, and soul.

Often, with indigenous herbal medicine and usage, there is an intent beyond just the healing qualities of the plant, that aims to connect the spirit and the essence of the plant with your inner self for true holistic healing. 

You Will Need:

1. 1. Small saucepan
   2. Stainless steel spoon
   3. Bottle funnel and tightly woven cotton cloth
   4. 100 ml spray bottle and cap
   5. Oil and waterproof label

Ingredients:

• • 100 ml of Distilled water or spring water
  • 45 ml of Rosewater
  • 1 tsp of Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 Sweetgrass braid - dry or fresh

Optional: Natural preservative of your choice - and highly recommended here. 

Safety:

• • Always consult your chosen medical professional before using any herbal preparation, especially if you have medical conditions and are taking medication.

Method:

1. 1. Pour 100 ml of distilled water or spring water into a small saucepan and set it over high heat until it boils. 
   2. Turn the heat down to the lowest setting and add the Sweetgrass braid.
   3. Allow to simmer for 10 minutes and then turn off the heat and allow to steep for about 3-5 hours. 
   4. Your water will have reduced and evaporated somewhat, so measure out 50 ml ready. If you have a bit less, it’s fine! 
   5. Add 45 ml of Rosewater to your Sweetgrass ‘tea’ and a tsp of Apple Cider Vinegar and stir well to combine. 
   6. Add a natural preservative if you wish. It is highly recommended, as it will only last a few days in the fridge without one. But it is easy enough to make every few days.
   7. Strain and decant into your bottle using a tightly woven cotton cloth set over a bottle funnel. Add your spray nozzle and lid immediately. 
   8. Label clearly, using an oil and waterproof label listing all ingredients.
   9. Add a production and expiry date of 3 months. Unless you used a preservative.

How To Use:

1. 1. Always do a 24-48 hour patch test before first use.
   2. This won’t last long without a preservative and is best refrigerated to preserve the quality. 
   3. Use this after your cleanser, but before your regular moisturizer. 
   4. Close your eyes and lightly spritz on your face, and allow it to dry naturally in the air.
   5. Alternatively, spritz your face and apply your regular moisturizer immediately.
   6. You can use this daily up to about 6 times a day in hot weather.

How To Tweak This Homemade Skin Care Sweetgrass Face Spritz Recipe

If you wish, you can add essential oils or fragrance oils to this homemade skin care Sweetgrass Face Spritz recipe. However, you need to add a dispersant, like Polysorbate 20 or 80, to stop the oils from floating to the top and ending up in one undiluted splodge on your delicate skin.

You can swap the Rosewater out for Orange Flower Water or any other preferred hydrosol or hydrolat. I have a gorgeous, refreshing Lemon Thyme one that I am using as a spritz at the moment.

You can always add a little Green Tea into the water to steep as well and capitalize on all its wonderful antioxidants.

If your skin is inflamed, irritated, or just feeling taut, itchy, and driving you crazy, add a dollop of Aloe Vera gel at the end when it is cold and mix it well.

You can, of course, swap the Sweetgrass out for most herbs, but make sure you know the likely effect of those herbs on your skin and do the necessary research, please. The onus is on you, and the responsibility to work safely is yours. 

Other Sweetgrass videos:

1. 1. What Does Sweetgrass Look Like?
   2. Sweetgrass Sweet Tea with Lavender and Orange | In the Kitchen with Esh Ep. 1
   3. Sweetgrass Teachings with Elder Phillip Gladue, Métis Nation

The Final Word

I got so into these easy homemade skincare recipes that are made from things that you can forage, that I just had to decide to stop! At least it has left me with plenty of other ideas to explore with you in the future.

Let me know if you fancy hearing more about homemade skin care recipes inspired by:

• • The Ancient Celts and using Nettles
  • The Central Mexican cultures used Corn
  • The Western African Shea Butter belt and using Rooibos
  • The popular Indian Ayurvedic powerhouse of Neem

In the meantime, explore the gorgeous sweetness of Sweetgrass and connect with the spirit of the plant by weaving your braids. Have fun turning it into a wonderful, refreshing Face Spritz to rejuvenate and hydrate your skin.

Explore all the benefits that Yarrow has to offer and draw upon ancient wisdom to help your staunch shaving cuts and nicks. Naturally, you can use this uber-nourishing face serum whether you shave or not!

Delve into a molten pool of Manuka Honey and thank the bees for their wonderful gift. You can use Manuka Honey in hundreds of different ways. Try this superbly light Acne Lotion if you suffer. Try it if you don’t too; it’s very effective at cleansing and cleaning the skin.

Just remember, guys, before you set out to make any of these homemade skin care recipes to always educate yourself on local foraging regulations and laws around taking plant matter from the wild.

Also, most importantly, seek professional medical advice if you are taking medication or have any medical conditions before using any of these homemade skin care recipes please.