DIY Moisturizing Sunscreen Recipe
This homemade sunscreen combines natural ingredients like zinc oxide, coconut oil, and shea butter to protect and nourish the skin.
Equipment
- Small mixing bowl
- Whisk or spatula
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp zinc oxide powder
- ½ cup coconut oil
- ¼ cup shea butter
- ¼ cup almond oil or avocado oil
- ¼ cup beeswax pellets
- 10-15 drops essential oils (optional, for fragrance)
Instructions
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the zinc oxide powder, coconut oil, shea butter, almond oil or avocado oil, and beeswax pellets.
- Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- If using, add in the essential oils and mix again.
- Transfer the mixture to a jar or container and let it cool and solidify for at least 2 hours.
Notes
- You can adjust the proportions of the ingredients to your preference. Just be sure to use at least 2 tablespoons of zinc oxide for adequate sun protection.
- You can also add in other natural ingredients like carrot seed oil or red raspberry seed oil, which have natural SPF properties.
- This sunscreen has a shelf life of about 6 months.
How to Use:
- Apply the sunscreen to your skin 15-30 minutes before sun exposure.
- Reapply every 2 hours or after swimming or sweating.
- Use enough to fully coat your skin, paying extra attention to exposed areas like the face, ears, and neck.
- Remember to also protect your lips with a lip balm or chapstick with SPF.
- Follow up with a moisturizer if needed, as this sunscreen may be slightly drying to some skin types.