Have you found your first gray hair yet? A recent inspection of my roots (to determine how long I could put off a highlighting appointment) found a whole crop of them. My head had been invaded! It was an aging slap in the face. Because, of course, I then went on a wrinkle hunt, and the evidence of my denial mounted.
Let the anti-aging research begin! I’ve discovered how good natural fruit acids are for reducing age spots and how older skin needs tons of moisture. Where did the oily days go? Now my face always feels like a poor man dying in the dessert. I’ve even changed my mind about face misters. Aren’t people who spritz their faces on planes were completely self-absorbed nuts? No! Giving your skin moisture throughout the day is definitely a good anti-aging idea.
Hydrating Face Serum
That’s where this serum comes in. It’s a light moisturizer that hydrates with only a small amount of oil – your face feels soft and pampered but not greasy. Aloe hydrates and heals skin (though natural versions must be refrigerated) and glycerin is a natural humectant, which means that, like honey, it draws in moisture from the air.
Hydrating Serum Ingredients
- 1/4 cup aloe vera gel
- 2 tablespoons vegetable glycerine
- 1 teaspoon jojoba oil
- 1 vitamin E capsule (optional)
- 2-4 drops of essential oil like lavender, chamomile or rose
Combine ingredients in a small glass pump and shake well to combine. Apply to clean skin at night for a light, overnight moisturizer. Shake before each use if including the vitamin E capsule. Will last indefinitely if stored in the refrigerator.
Why jojoba oil?
Jojoba and avocado oil (see below) are two of my favorites for skin care recipes. Jojoba is an oil that’s very close to our skin’s natural oil, and you can use it for just about anything (much like coconut oil). It’s non comedogenic, so it won’t block pores, and, in fact, it helps oily skin level out oil generation. Plus it’s loaded with vitamin E, linoleic acid and antioxidants that regenerate skin cells.
But if you don’t have any jojoba on hand you can totally make this recipe without it, and it will still be excellent for your skin.
Anti-Wrinkle Eye Serum
Now for the eyes! You can definitely use a heavier (read: oilier) combination here as the tissue around your eyes is very thin and obviously more prone to wrinkles.
Why avocado oil?
Avocado oil is perfect for your eyes because its abundant fatty acids help balance skin’s moisture levels, and the high levels of vitamins A, C and E rejuvenate dry skin and remove those pesky free radicals that age skin.
After you apply the facial serum at night, tap a tiny amount of eye cream around the crease of your eye. A little goes a long way – if you go overboard slathering it on you’ll get it in your eyes and it will sting a bit (yep, learned this the hard way!).
Anti-wrinkle eye serum
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 2 tablespoons fractioned coconut oil
- 1/8 – 1/4 cup aloe vera
- 1 vitamin E capsule (optional)
Melt the coconut oil if needed and combine ingredients in a dark glass bottle, preferably one with a dropper. Shake well to combine. Put 3-5 drops onto your finger and pat into the skin around your eye before bed. If you add the vitamin E capsule you’ll need to shake before each use.
Note: you can add a couple of tablespoons of cocoa butter to the recipe if you prefer a more solid cream. Cocoa butter is another major moisturizer and can make it easier to apply (it won’t slide around as much).
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paulette says
November 2, 2018 at 2:24 pmI buy all my beauty products on Amazon, and I have tried almost all the firming serums. The best one I found (and I am sticking with) is the Made from Earth Vitamin Firming Serum.
I started using this serum because it is approved by “Good Housekeeping” and it is reasonably priced. They do not automatically keep sending you products like so many companies do online. When you put the serum on, it does feel like it tightens your skin right away. It is helping my skin on my face, throat and chest.
Savita shirwale says
April 11, 2018 at 4:45 amHi, I want make my own face syrum with some oils like coconut oil, avocado oil, almond oil, vitamin e oil, rosehip seed oil, castor oil, olive oil. How much amount should I take of each oil. And even I am thinking that I have to add some rose water and alovera gel. My age is 42. My face become very dull and dry. I don’t use any Moisturizer or cream. Pl suggest me.
Ailsa Early says
February 17, 2018 at 4:42 pmHi, looking forward to trying this! Can I use vitamin e oil instead of a capsule? How much would I use?
Thank you!
Terry says
August 14, 2017 at 3:27 pmCan you add a preservative?
Kathy says
September 1, 2017 at 12:29 pmYES! Please use a preservative! Nothing against the author or this recipe, but anything that uses aloe vera and/or water will NOT last indefinitely if stored in the fridge. Bacteria and mold can still and will grow and will not be seen with the naked eye.
Also note if the aloe vera does contain a preservative, that preservative will not cover this new concoction because the preservative amount was based off of the amount for the aloe vera itself and not without adding new ingredients and creating a new amount.
Adding 0.5% of a broad-spectrum preservative to the concoction will be good.
Or to make it even easier omit the aloe vera and just use the rest of the ingredients. They are all oil based no preservative will be needed and will not need to be stored in the fridge, just store in a cool dark place.
Sorry I usually don’t nit pick a person’s blog. I just found this blog from looking at the author’s book on amazon, but since this product is going on someone’s eyes, I felt this needed to be stressed for the other people’s safety.
Carson Barenborg says
February 16, 2018 at 6:56 pmHey question – If I am adding the aloe vera gel can I store it with the oils in a warm dark place in an amber glass? Or will it not last? I’m using Leucidal, an organic natural preservative so I’m hoping that it will help keep the aloe vera and glycerin fresh not being in the fridge. The reason why I don’t want to place them in my fridge is that carrier oils and essential oils are best at room temperature and I don’t want them to go weird. Please let me know if you can answer my question!! It’s urgent I have a project due in my esthetician course.
Pat says
June 21, 2016 at 3:16 pmAs I’ve mentioned before, I like to glow. However, I do not like to be shiny. I also find that my somewhat-dry skin, gets a ‘lil greasier during the summer, which is to be expected. Right now, the ONLY THING I will use in the summer is the Lady Soma Renewal Serum – It’s keeping my skin conditioned, fresh, and not too shiny, no matter the heat!!!
LuLuLun Mask says
April 11, 2016 at 9:59 pmHi there, the whole thing is going perfectly here and
ofcourse every one is sharing information, that’s really excellent, keep up writing.
Selina says
April 19, 2015 at 6:50 amI use plain rosehip oil for around my eyes but I might give this one a go as well
Rhonda says
April 1, 2015 at 12:59 pmThanks for the great recipe I can’t wait to try!! I have been using natural homemade beauty products for some time now, but I am new and curious to the benefits of facial serums, so this is very helpful to me :-) I also have a great tip for all of you!! Honey!!! Raw organic honey (not the kind in the plastic bear shaped bottle) wash your face with it and it moisturizes and kills bacteria and fungus, its so beneficial to skin, and also a great gentle exfoliant too!! Just make sure it is raw and organic!! The processed junk in the plastic bear has no benefits for your skin because all the skin loving qualities have been processed right out if it :) hope you all love this as much as I do! Good luck!
iris says
March 17, 2015 at 9:32 amhi, i just tried this and i love it! But just wonder is it necessary to keep the serum in fridge??
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Annie says
June 24, 2014 at 7:43 pmHi thank you for sharing the recipe.
I have everything in hand but my aloe Vera gel expired.
Haven’t had a chance to get a new one as yet.
Is it necessary to include?
Please advise.
Thank you
:)
Andréane says
May 23, 2014 at 9:27 amGreat recipes! How do you store them and how long should you keep them? Thanks!
gerbermom says
May 26, 2014 at 8:46 amThe face serum needs to be refrigerated due to the aloe, and it will keep for several months.
Lillie says
May 13, 2014 at 9:55 amThank you so much! I def,will try this. i need help bad.I hope I will remember write back. Have a blessing day!!
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Jamie Omahen says
May 4, 2014 at 4:51 pmThis will be a great help to my skin and wallet this summer! Thank you for sharing your recipes!
Cathy Schmidt says
May 2, 2014 at 10:01 pmThank God I found you again!!! I didn’t pin it when I came across it first time and since then I’ve acquired the ingred. and no instructions. Thank you.so much. I too, am getting “older” and hope it’s not too late to get some results (good, or better)! It just “snuck ” up on me and this “older” gal can’t stand the lines! So thank you again!
Sheila Holman says
May 2, 2014 at 11:52 amDoes the glycerin have to be vegetable or can regular glycerin be used?
Lindsey Johnson says
May 4, 2014 at 2:54 pmYou could probably use regular glycerin…not sure there would be much of a difference. We prefer to use the vegetable non-GMO, but that’s just personal preference. You could use either.
Terry says
May 1, 2014 at 4:11 pmWhere in Eastern Pennsylvania does one obtain these ingredients? I have no idea where to begin but I would like to use natural ingredients on my face now that I am getting up there in age (65) and I’m lost. Your help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Terry M.
Lindsey Johnson says
May 2, 2014 at 10:48 amHey Terry! I would look online maybe someplace like vitacost.com or iherb.com. I think these ingredients are available that way. If you have a health food or a Whole Foods near you, that is another option.
Nikute says
April 21, 2014 at 11:54 pmBeen using almond oil [under my eyes ]and jojoba oil alone on my face for a while, love the results but think i’ll give this a try. Especially the eye oil.
dana says
April 9, 2014 at 11:45 amTOTALLY making these. I have everything on hand except the vegetable glycerin. Is it necessary?
Lindsey Johnson says
April 9, 2014 at 5:25 pmDana, the glycerin is important because it is very moisturizing. I don’t know else you could substitute with the same effects. I get mine from Whole Foods. It’s about $8 for a giant bottle.
gerbermom says
April 10, 2014 at 1:37 pmI know, this was the first time I had used glycerin too but I love it. The aloe by itself is nice but adding the glycerin definitely adds moisture without a lot of oil.