Have you ever considered making your own mascara? Seriously, I was on Sephora’s website during the week of Black Friday, knowing full well I shouldn’t be because I just bought ALL of my Christmas gifts that I needed. Of course, though, I am a huge fan of the buy one get one policy. You know, for every gift I buy someone else, I buy one for myself. Anyways, I digress.

I received the travel size version as a gift from a friend, liked it, and wanted to upgrade to the bigger size. While I was browsing I found the brand I was looking for and it was $30! Typically, I don’t spend that kind of money on makeup unless its foundation because that covers a majority of my face. Ugh, that was just so frustrating. 

Right then and there I exited out of my window and said I was going to start making my own makeup. Thus begins a very natural beauty journey for me. 

I have been going through an all-natural beauty health kick since the end of last year. I went to the doctor and had some things checked out and I made some serious lifestyle changes in order to improve my quality of life. 

Even things like makeup are threatening to the body. What is a girl to do?! That’s when I started taking matters into my own hands. One product at a time I’m switching to all-natural beauty products to give my skin and hair the life it deserves

Ingredients to make your own mascara

I must admit, this was a frustrating homemade recipe to figure out. I tried a lot of different combinations before I finally found this one that I liked.

Black mineral powder – a mixture of soil-based minerals. You can use
activated charcoal or black clay as well, but I prefer the texture with the
mineral powder. One jar of mineral powder has enough to make 15+ batches of
mascara. Talk about budget-saving.

Bentonite Clay – Helps the mascara dry and harden and not
smudge.  

Vegetable Glycerin– Makes the mascara smooth and adhere to lashes.  

Aloe Vera– For texture and smoothness  

Lavender Essential Oil – For scent and to help lashes grow  

A clean mascara container – This one comes in a pack of three with all of the tools you will need (i.e. funnel, stopper, medicine dropper)  

Tasting spoons – You just need something to help scoop the mixture into the mascara tube. Using the back end of the tasting spoon is how I managed. 

How to Make Your Own Mascara

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• 1/4 tsp black mineral powder
• 1/4 tsp bentonite clay
• 1/4 tsp (about 8 drops) vegetable glycerine
• 1/2 tsp (plus more if needed) aloe vera gel
• 5 drops lavender essential oil – make sure it is a pure oil

What to Do

1. Mix all ingredients in a small bowl until completely
   smooth.
2. Add more aloe vera gel if needed to get a smooth
   consistency.
3. Carefully scoop into the medicine dropper with a spatula and
   slowly squirt into the mascara container.
4. Use as you would regular mascara.

To remove: Use a washcloth with a vegan cleanser and warm
water.  

Let’s say you don’t want to do all of these steps to make some mascara. Girl, I’ve got you. I make mascara to order over on my Etsy shop. Click here and you can buy this all-natural mascara for $15! I follow the same recipe.   You are well on your way to your all-natural beauty routine! *applause*

I would love to know what types of adjustments you make. All recipes will vary to the users liking.  Happy blending!