DIY Toners and Serums with Essential Oils

If youre a selfcare goddess, skincare is a must! I havent always thought so, Ive always had young looking skin and Im guilty of the ol’ makeup on the pillow habit- if you know what I mean. But Im pushing 40 and my bad habits are alot less forgiving on my complexion.

There are a LOT of products out there that are full of chemicals that promise all sorts of things depending on your skin type. So what’s a girl to do?? My favorite option is to make DIY toners and serums using only pure ingredients.

What are toners and serums?
Toner is a facial cleanser that is meant specifically for shrinking the pores while providing the skin with some moisturizing, protection, and refreshment! It is meant to be used after the initial wash of your face, as a way to make sure all residue is cleansed away. Using toner daily is a great way to keep your skin tightened and glowing.

Serums are more like multivitamins for your face. They are meant to be very concentrated with the ingredients your skin needs to be well-balanced and healthy. Using the right serum for your skin type is important for making sure your skin is getting all the nutrients it needs. Typically, you would use a serum at the end of your skincare routine.

Ready to make your own DIY toners and serums with essential oils?
While there is no shortage of “brand name” toners and serums you can use on your face, there is no way to know what else you are putting on your skin--and letting be absorbed into your body. That’s why I did some research and made a great little list of a bunch of DIY toners and serums with essential oils that you can use on your face with confidence!

Toners
To make your own DIY toner with essential oil, mix your chosen carrier liquid(s) with purified water and add in essential oils. Below are some great recipes for all skin types:

Acne-Prone Skin
1 part purified water

1 part organic apple cider vinegar

½ part Himalayan pink salt

You can use one or a combination of any of these essential oils for acne-prone skin:

Cedarwood
Lavender
Lemongrass
Tea Tree
grab your oils here

Sensitive Skin
2 parts purified water

½ part organic aloe juice

½ part organic rose water

You can use one or a combination of any of these essential oils for sensitive skin:

Bergamot
Chamomile
Clary Sage
Neroli
Rose

Grab your oils here

Dry Skin
1 part purified water

½ part organic aloe juice

½ part organic green tea

You can use one or a combination of any of these essential oils for dry skin:

Blue Tansy
Geranium
Jasmine
Lavender
Myrrh
Rose
Sandalwood

Combination/Oily Skin

1 part purified water

1 part organic witch hazel

You can use one or a combination of any of these essential oils for combination/oily skin:

Cypress
Manuka
Roman Chamomile
Tea Tree

Anti-Aging Toner

1 part purified water

⅓ part organic rose water

⅔ part witch hazel

You can use one or a combination of any of these essential oils for aging skin:

Frankincense
Lavender
Pomegranate
Rosemary
Ylang Ylang

Serums
To make your own DIY serum with essential oil, simply choose a carrier oil and add in the essential oils that speak to you and your skin type!

Acne-Prone Skin
Jojoba Oil (organic)

Apricot Kernel Oil (organic)

Vitamin E Oil (organic)