Even if you think that your skin is an oil factory, it still needs some moisturization. Sounds counterintuitive? Well, hear me out.
It has been proven that oily skin lacks some essential fatty acids, that’s why it produces oil. If you provide some moisturization to it on a daily basis, it will replenish the store eventually, making it less oily and more glowy.
If you are quite picky-choosey about store-bought moisturizers, then you have a choice of making your own! Yes, you can make your own DIY moisturizer for oily acne-prone skin that not only combats acne but gives you lovely skin too.
Let’s find out what we can make in our own home lab without burning a hole in our pocket!
Table of Contents
1. Plain Aloe vera gel Moisturizer
Aloe vera gel is the oily skin person’s best friend. And we oily-skinned people are most likely the acne people as well.
Did you get the gist?
Ya, I am talking about the acne treatment, oil control, and acne-scar treatment and that too while keeping the skin moisturized for good.
After trying a truckload of products (believe me, I had spent a lot on skincare during my skincare fever days) Not kidding!
So I have seen only one thing that works well not just in terms of moisturizing the skin but keeping me sane by controlling acne.
My absolute favourite Aloe vera gel!
It’s nature’s wonder and once you try it, you are never going to go back to those chemical-laden creams or gels ever again!
There is no harm in trying a new product if you really like it. I completely understand that, as I get bored with one skincare routine quite quickly too.
So when you got excited about a new launch or a really-hyped moisturizer, always do a patch test on your inner elbow. And check the reaction the next morning, if things stay good, you are good to apply that on your face.
Which Aloe Vera gel to use?
You can either use the store-bought one ( I use this one) or you can extract the gel from the aloe vera leaf directly after removing the thorns and the upper layer.
How to apply aloe vera gel as a moisturizer
Aloe Vera Gel can be used as a moisturizer after toning, I use my apple cider toner that I made with 50% water and 50% apple cider vinegar (whole info about apple cider vinegar toner ).
It is best to apply aloe vera gel after giving a minute for the toner to work.
Massage aloe vera gel into your skin by making gentle upward and circular motions with your fingertips.
After massaging just leave Aloe Vera Gel like that and you are good to go.
2. Aloe vera gel + Rose water + Essential Oil Moisturizer
You can make Aloe Vera Gel more effective by mixing rose water and a few drops of tea tree oil in it.
Rose water helps in toning the skin and also adds a great fragrance that is calming & soothing for it.
If you are acne-prone, then tea tree oil is the best choice, however, you can choose any of your favourite essential oils like peppermint oil, Lavender oil etc.
How To Make Aloe Vera & rose water gel moisturizer at Home
Take a tablespoon of aloe vera gel in an empty jar, and add a teaspoon of rose water in it and a few drops of tea tree Essential oil. Mix everything well with a wooden spoon.
Optional – You can also add a few drops of Vitamin E capsule by cutting it and emptying the content in the jar. Here your magic homemade moisturizer is ready.
How to Store Aloe vera gel and Rose Water DIY Moisturizer
If you are using the fresh aloe vera gel then you will have to keep it refrigerated and use it within 10 days.
Vitamin E capsule increases the shelf life of the Aloe Vera Gel moisturizer but I won’t recommend that you keep this gel out of the refrigerator, especially in summer.
If you are using store-bought aloe vera gel then you can keep the jar on your skincare shelf itself and it will last as long as the expiry date of the aloe vera gel ( must be written on the tube).
3. Aloe vera gel + Jojoba Oil Homemade Moisturizer
Jojoba (pronounced as ho-ho-ba) Oil is one of the best carrier oil for acne-prone skin that not only clears pores and prevents any future acne but also treats active acne.
It also helps treat various skin diseases including Eczema, psoriasis, dry-flaky skin conditions, and acne scars.
As the oil matches the qualities of the skin’s natural sebum, it is antibacterial, antimicrobial, noncomedogenic and a rich antioxidant.
“Jojoba oil is the only oil that controls the oil production in your skin!”
Adding this to aloe vera gel makes a great gel-based moisturizer for summer.
How to make Jojoba oil & aloe vera Moisturizer at home?
Take one tablespoon of aloe vera gel in a broad-mouth jar and add one teaspoon of jojoba oil to it. Mix it well so that it becomes emulsion-like.
I suggest you use the store-bought Aloe Vera Gel for it, as it is easy to use and not that slimy like the original unprocessed gel.
Fresh Aloe Vera Gel is best for overnight acne treatment, and to add in the face mask for pimple treatment and acne-scar reduction.
How to Use this DIY Moisturizer for Oily Acne-prone Skin
You can use it both during the day and night after cleansing and toning. Some people may find this DIY moisturizer to be a bit oily in summer.
If you find it oily then reduce the amount of jojoba oil in it to half a teaspoon.
This is the beauty of DIY and homemade skin care products that you can customise as per your need and choices.
Storage Instructions
If you are using the store aloe vera gel then you don’t need to worry about its shelf life. For freshly made aloe vera gel keep it in the fridge and make small batches always.
4. Grapeseed Oil + aloe vera gel Moisturizer For Oily Acne Prone Skin
Grape seed oil is another heavenly ingredient for those people who suffer from acne quite often and have oily skin.
This oil is non-comedogenic, hypoallergenic and devoid of any fragrance too. this makes it an ideal moisturizer ingredient for sensitive acne-prone skin as well.
How to Make Grapeseed Oil & Aloe Vera Gel Moisturizer at Home
Take one tablespoon of aloe vera gel in an empty container, and add one teaspoon of grape seed oil to it. Mix well until they look like one emulsion.
Optional: You can add a few stands of saffron too, it will give a nice colour to your moisturizer and Saffron has amazing benefits for your skin too.
Storage
If using fresh Aloe Vera Gel out of a leaf then refrigerate your DIY moisturizer and use it within 10 to 15 days.
5. DIY Fruit/Veggie Moisturizer with Aloe vera gel
Yes, you can add the goodness of fruits and vegetables in your own moisturizer as well that two without any adulteration or Chemicals.
You can take the fruit of your choice, like papaya, cucumber, Apple, carrot, orange or tomato.
The vitamins and minerals in these fruits and veggies will help decrease many skin issues including acne, dull skin, pigmentation and dehydration.
Let’s see how we can make our own moisturizer with these.
How to Make a Fruit or Veggie Moisturizer
The process depends on which fruit or vegetable you are choosing.
if you are choosing cucumber, then you need one teaspoon of its juice, if you are choosing Orange then you need to use the orange peel powder after sun drying them.
The process of making the moisturizer will change as per the choice of fruit or vegetable.
I am listing a few common ones that you can use to make your DIY moisturizer along with aloe vera gel.
Cucumber – 1 teaspoon juice + 1 tablespoon aloe vera gel
Mint – 1 teaspoon mint leaves juice + 1 tablespoon aloe vera gel
Tomato – 1 teaspoon juice + 1 tablespoon aloe vera gel
Orange – 1 teaspoon powder of sun-dried orange peels + 1 tablespoon aloe vera gel
See, the sky is the limit here.
You can use any kind of fruit or vegetable of your choice and see how it turns out.
I won’t say that you will succeed every time, but eventually, you will find your blend, and you are never going to give up on that.
Maybe it will become your personalized moisturizer that everyone in your family wants to make. you go, girl!
The downside of the Fruit & Veggie Moisturizer
The only downside of this DIY fruits and veggies moisturizer for summer is its shelf life.
As fruits & veggies are quite perishable at room temperature, you need to refrigerate them and you will have to make small batches only.
Make sure you do a patch test before every new batch you make.
You can increase the shelf life of your fruit moisturizer by adding vitamin E oil from the capsules in it. add one or two capsules in one batch.
But you still need to refrigerate it.
6. Green tea + Aloe vera gel Homemade Moisturizer
To make aloe vera and green tea DIY moisturizer for oily skin at home, you need to boil one teaspoon of water and add a green tea bag to it.
Let the green tea essence seep into that one teaspoon of water.
After about 5 minutes, take out that one teaspoon of water while pressing the tea bag firmly.
Now add this one teaspoon of green tea to one tablespoon of aloe vera gel. Mix it well until they are combined.
Usage & Storage
Apply it on a clean face and always store it in the fridge to protect it from spoiling.
As always, make a small batch so that you can finish it within 10 days.
Always do a patch test for trying any new homemade moisturizer or any skin care product for that matter.
7. Neem Powder + Aloe Vera Gel DIY Moisturizer for Oily Acne Prone Skin
If you are suffering from active acne, then you can make this moisturizer and avail the benefits of neem leaves and aloe vera in one product.
Neem/ margosa or Azadirachta indica is antibacterial, and antimicrobial and works wonders for acne treatment.
It has been used for ages for all skin disorder treatments. you can also use Neem water for Acne treatment.
How to make Neem & Aloe vera DIY moisturizer
Take some Neem leaves, wash them and dry them in the air for 3-4 days or until they are crisp.
once dried well, make a powder by crushing them in a mortar pestle or in a mixer grinder.
Once the fine powder is ready, mix one teaspoon of the Neem powder with one tablespoon of aloe vera gel.
Mix it well and store it in an air-tight container. Use both morning and night after cleansing and toning.
Benefits of Creating Your Own Moisturizer
- You can customize it as per your choices and understanding of the weather and your skin.
- You won’t have to spend a lot of money on it.
- Natural ingredients work really well ( This is How I ditched all skin care products and cured my acne)
- You can always modify it the next time you make a new batch
When to Apply A Moisturizer
- In the morning, after you have cleaned your face with your DIY acne facewash & scrub and have applied toner
- After removing a clay mask
- In the evening after cleansing and toning
Things to Consider While Making Homemade Moisturizers for Oily Skin
- Always keep it in a dry and airtight container.
- If you are mixing powder with store-bought aloe vera gel then you can keep it on the shelf for about a month.
- If you are using fresh aloe vera gel with the powder then you need to keep it in the fridge and use it within 10 days.
- If you are adding any kind of juice or liquid in a store brought aloe vera gel, you still need to refrigerate it.
- If you are using fresh Aloe Vera Gel in summer, only make one leaf of Aloe Vera Gel at a time and keep it in the fridge.
- Adding Vitamin E capsules can increase the shelf life of your moisturizer. if you are adding oil to store-bought aloe vera gel, you can keep it on the shelf and it will last for about a month.
- Oil-based moisturizers are great in winter and powder, juice and liquid-based moisturizers are great for summer.
- Always perform a patch test before using your DIY homemade moisturizer on your face.
- If you are allergic to any of the mentioned ingredients or aloe vera gel itself then these moisturizers are not your cup of tea.
How to control Oil and acne
- Ice facial – take an ice roller, fill it with water and keep it in the freezer. After a few hours, take it out, remove the cap, and massage the ice on your whole face. It increases the blood supply and washes out the toxins from your face. It also tightens the pores and decreases acne considerably. You can use your homemade moisturizer for oily skin afterwards.
- Hormone balance tea – hormone balancing tea can be made by boiling one cup of water with half a teaspoon each of fennel seeds, coriander seeds & liquorice root. More about how to make hormone-balancing tea for hormonal acne.
- Drink water – Drinking water is essential for healthy, plump and hydrated skin. Make sure you drink 8 to 10 glasses of water a day. Drinking one glass of water first thing in the morning is essential for a clean system and beautiful skin.
- Drink green tea – Green tea is a detoxifying antioxidant that also helps in reducing acne, controlling sebum and making your skin glow. Here are some other benefits of green tea.
Conclusion
So, this was all about homemade DIY moisturizers for oily skin that are Aloe Vera based and perfect for summer.
These moisturizers are a boon for acne-prone skin as aloe vera has natural salicylic acid in it. By applying these gel-based moisturizers to your oily skin you are actually doing a favour and you will notice, within a few weeks, sometimes within 1 week that it’s not that oily and the acne has started decreasing considerably.
Once you see the effectiveness of this aloe vera base moisturizer you are going to love it.
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