In the market, you can find various skincare brands claiming their products are superior and will make your skin, younger and blemish-free, and softer. Have you tried them and seen if they really work? With the heavy price tag attached to these skin products, many of us wonder if it is really worth it. The skin actually needs a bit of moisturizer to stay clear and youthful-looking. This however becomes difficult to maintain along with age.
There is not a single night cream that provides complete nourishment to your skin. The creams of course beneficial in brightening your skin and lighten your dark circles. You all might be well familiar with the ingredients that are needed in the making of night creams. Vitamin E, squalene, Aloe Vera, glycerin, etc. is some of the common nutrients and ingredients needed in the making of night cream.
Night cream can be made easily at home with natural ingredients. These products are pocket-friendly and chemical-free and can be stored for a long-time. You can find most of the ingredients in your own kitchen and make your night cream with these 5 DIY ideas.
Homemade Night Creams for Skin Care
1. Almond Oil Night Cream
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One of the best homemade night creams for dry skin with honey, cocoa butter, Vitamin E and almond oil.
Things needed
- Almond Oil – 1 tablespoon
- Cocoa Butter – 2 tablespoons
- Rosewater – 2 teaspoons
- Honey – 1 tablespoon
Preparation
- Take a pan and add cocoa butter and almond oil and melt it.
- Remove from heat and add rosewater and honey to it.
- Mix it well and leave it to cool completely.
- Keep this mixture in fridge and use it at bedtime.
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2. Avocado and Yoghurt Night Cream
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Avocado is rich in vitamins and minerals and is an amazing ingredient used for skincare. This homemade cream is great for anti-aging.
Things needed
- Avocado – 1
- Yoghurt – ½ cup
Preparation
- Take a bowl and mash it well until it forms a paste-like consistency.
- Completely mix the yoghurt and avocado well. Store this mixture in an airtight container and store it in a cool and dry place.
- Apply this mixture twice a week.
3. Cocoa Butter Wrinkle Cream
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Cocoa butter is rich in phytochemicals. It protects and moisturizes your skin and strengthens the skin barrier and prevents premature aging.
Things Needed
- Cocoa Butter – 2 tablespoons
- Virgin Olive Oil – 1 tablespoon
- Coconut Oil – 1 tablespoon
Preparation
- Take a bowl and add all the ingredients in it and heat well.
- Heat till all the ingredients are mixed well
- Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool down.
- Store this cream in a container and apply it to your face and neck.
4. Apple Night Cream
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Apple is an active ingredient and this recipe is an amazing night cream for glowing skin.
Things Needed
- Apples – 2
- Rosewater – 5 tablespoons
- Olive Oil – 1 teaspoon
Preparation
- Thoroughly clean the apples and peal it. Remove the seeds and cut them.
- Take a mixer jar and put the apples in them and blend them with olive oil.
- Once the mixture is smooth, pour it into a bowl.
- Heat on a low flame till it gets hot.
- Remove from heat and let it cool at room temperature.
- After it is cooled, mix it with rosewater.
- Keep it in an airtight container and store it in a fridge.
- Use it within a week.
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5. Coconut and Glycerin Night Cream
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Coconut oil and glycerin have moisturizing properties and is perfect homemade night cream for winter.
Things needed
- Almond Oil – 1 tablespoons
- Coconut Oil – 1 tablespoon
- Glycerin – 1 tablespoon
- Rosewater – 2 tablespoons
Preparation
- Take a pan; add coconut oil and almond oil. Blend both of them together.
- Remove from heat and allow it to cool.
- Add rosewater and glycerin. Mix all the ingredients well together.
- Store it in an airtight container.
Remember that the night cream we use has an impact on the health of our skin hence natural homemade creams should be used. To keep the skin refreshed and replenished, exercise regularly and thus impart a youthful look.