Waking up to puffy cheeks, flaky lips, or hair that looks like it lost a bet? Yeah, same.
The truth is, nobody has time (or cash) for endless beauty products that promise miracles and deliver “meh.”
But guess what? The good stuff is hiding in your kitchen—no secret potions, just real, easy tricks. So you can swap some of those pricey jars for stuff like bananas, coffee, and honey – and get similar (if not better) results.
These DIY natural beauty tips are quick, kind to your skin, and way more fun. And the internet is raving about them, so why not try it?
P.S. Always patch test a new DIY before slathering it everywhere. Some skin is more sensitive or gets grumpy with certain ingredients, so always do your own due diligence.
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1. Cool Cucumber Mask for Puffiness
Slice up a cold cucumber and toss the pieces into a blender until you get a cool, smooth puree. Use clean fingers to gently spread it all over your face, giving some extra love under your eyes where puffiness hides.
Let it chill on your skin for about 5 minutes while it does its magic. Rinse off with cool water. Your face will feel refreshed, less puffy, and more glowy.
2. Brown Sugar Lip Scrub
Take a teaspoon of brown sugar and add a few drops of olive oil. Rub gently on your lips. Wipe away the sugar and put on balm. Enjoy smooth, soft lips.
3. Super Simple Body Butter
Melt shea butter with coconut oil. Add a splash of almond or jojoba oil. Whip until fluffy. Use after your shower for skin that feels soft and cozy. Check out our full guide on making your own DIY whipped butter for full instructions.
4. Chamomile Soothing Compress
Make chamomile tea, cool it, and soak a cloth in it. Press on red or irritated skin for a few minutes. It calms the skin and feels gentle. This is great if you’re fighting pimples.
5. Coconut Oil Sugar Scrub
Mix coconut oil with plain sugar until it’s gritty. In the shower, rub on arms and legs. Rinse away dull skin and admire your new healthy glow!
6. Avocado Hydration Mask
Mash half an avocado in a bowl until it’s smooth and creamy. Use clean fingers or a brush to spread a thick layer all over your face, avoiding your eyes and mouth.
Relax for 15 minutes while your skin soaks up all those good fats and vitamins. Rinse with cool water and pat dry. Your skin should feel extra soft, and hydrated.
7. Chilled Green Tea Bags for Puffy Eyes
Steep two green tea bags in hot water for a few minutes, then squeeze out the excess liquid and pop them in the fridge until they’re nice and cool. Lie back and place one bag over each closed eye.
Relax for about 10 minutes while the tea works its magic. When you’re done, your under-eyes should look less puffy and feel calmer—perfect for days when you didn’t get enough sleep.
8. Honey Glow Mask
Scoop up some high quality raw honey and spread it over clean, damp skin—no need to be fancy. Let it sit for 15 minutes while you scroll, snack, or do nothing at all.
Rinse off with warm water and pat your face dry. Your skin should feel soothed, and cushiony soft.
9. Easy Cuticle Oil
Pour a bit of vitamin E oil, a splash of jojoba/sweet almond oil, and a tiny bit of castor oil into a small bottle. Shake it up.
Rub a little into your cuticles every night before bed. Nails stay strong, skin stays smooth, and you skip that dry, raggedy look – at a fraction of the cost you usually pay for cuticle oils.
10. Banana Face Mask
Mash up half a banana until it’s gooey and smooth. Smear it over your face, avoiding the eyes. Wait 10 minutes, then rinse away with lukewarm water.
Your skin will feel extra soft and fed, thanks to all that natural goodness hiding in a banana.
11. Coconut Oil + Aloe for Hair
Mix equal parts coconut oil and fresh aloe vera gel in a bowl. Massage all the way into your scalp and down through your hair.
Let it soak for 20 minutes (towel wrap optional), then shampoo well. You should notice smoother, shinier, and less itchy hair!
12. Coffee Grounds Body Scrub
Mix used coffee grounds with coconut oil until it turns into a thick, sandy paste. Take it to the shower and gently scrub elbows, knees, or any rough spots.
Rinse off and feel how much softer and perkier your skin is after just one use.
13. Yogurt and Turmeric Quick Brightener
Stir together plain yogurt and a tiny pinch of turmeric (seriously, a little!). Smooth the mix onto your face and chill for 10 minutes.
Wash off well. Your skin tone should look more even, with a hint of fresh, healthy glow. Be careful with this one – turmeric can stain towels and clothes.
14. DIY Sugar Wax
Simmer one cup of sugar, a couple spoons of lemon juice, and a splash of water over medium heat until golden brown.
Let it cool down (don’t touch it hot!). Once it’s cooled a bit, you can use the gooey paste for waxing hair from legs—no hidden chemicals, just smooth skin.
15. Olive Oil Shine Mask for Hair
Warm a quarter cup of olive oil until it’s just cozy, but NOT hot. Squeeze a bit onto your palms, rub through your hair focusing on the ends.
Kick back for 20–30 minutes. Shampoo it out (you may need to shampoo a few times just to make sure all the greasiness is gone). Hello to shiny, super soft hair.
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