How to Make Liquid Foundation
Create your own liquid foundation at home? Absolutely! Here's how to whip up a skin-soothing full-coverage foundation from 100% natural ingredients.
Yield: 4 ounces
Cost: 8
Equipment
- Double boiler or small saucepan
- Whisk or spoon for stirring
- Sterilized pump bottle or container with lid
- N95 mask (for the zinc oxide)
Materials
- 2 tablespoons shea butter
- 1 teaspoon vitamin E oil
- 1 tablespoon sweet almond oil
- 1 tablespoon emulsifying wax
- 1 teaspoon arrowroot starch
- 1 teaspoon zinc oxide powder (adjust the amount for desired SPF)
- 4–5 drops essential oil (I used chamomile)
- Natural pigments of your choice (iron oxides, cocoa powder, turmeric, etc.)
Instructions
- In a double boiler or a heat-safe bowl, melt the shea butter, emulsifying wax, and sweet almond oil together over low heat until fully melted and combined. Stir gently to ensure all ingredients are well mixed and smooth.
- Remove the mixture from the heat and let it cool slightly. Add the arrowroot starch and zinc oxide to the melted mixture. Whisk or stir well to ensure they are thoroughly blended and no lumps remain. Note: When working with zinc oxide, always go outside or wear an N95 mask to keep from breathing it.
- Once the mixture has cooled further but is still liquid, add the vitamin E oil, chamomile essential oil, and natural pigments of your choice. Stir or whisk until the pigments are evenly dispersed, and the desired shade is achieved. Adjust the amount of pigments to match your skin tone.
- Check the consistency of the foundation. If you prefer a thinner base, you can add a few drops of additional sweet almond oil and mix well. For a thicker consistency, add a small amount of melted beeswax and stir until incorporated.
Notes
Once it's cooled slightly, carefully pour the homemade liquid foundation into a dark-colored sterilized container. Allow the foundation to cool completely before sealing the container. Keep it in a cool, dark place.