
20 DIY Beauty Gifts That Are So Much Better Than Anything You Can Buy
By Kelly Wilson
DIY beauty has taken on a life of its own. These days, there’s a recipe for everything. It’s easier than ever to source
and fulfill your very own customisable beauty needs, no matter how far-fetched or specific they may be.
‘Tis the gifting season, so what better way to show the ladies in your life some love than by sticking a bow on a homemade
treat? Instead of heading down the beauty aisle at Sephora, try these DIY ideas to add a personal touch to your gifts.
Rock your body with scrubs, oils and fauxtan that’s not orange.



This gift is the ultimate customizable gem. Grab a sample of your friend’s fave scent and make her a solid perfume locket necklace.
Give face with homemade eye shadow, makeup remover and masks.

Even the gals who don’t wear makeup should be intrigued to give this all-natural approach a go.
This tutorial has recipes for four neutral hues of eyes hadow that might soon become part of your everyday look.


Pucker up with a lip plumper, scrub and balm.

2. Cranberry Coconut Lip Stain
This is the ultimate treatment for the winter’s dry air.
Blend coconut oil, shea butter, cranberry and beetroot powder to make a gift suitable for any pucker.
Bonus: This also doubles as a cheek stain.

4. Vanilla Creamsicle Lip Balm
The name itself should be enough to make you want this as a gift.
This all-natural blend of oils, shea butter and beeswax is not only totally simple to make, but also adjustable. The recipe can be multiplied, making enough for a bunch of your favorite peeps.
Shake off your hair woes with shampoo, pomade and sea salt spray.

2. Hair Pomade
Here is another go-to gift for your man friends.
Your dude will love the DIY element of this beeswax blend, and you can create a custom label to make this gift even more personal.
3. Beer Shampoo
Did you know the malt and hops in beer are full of protein that will nourish your hair while giving it more volume?
Yes, please!

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