{"id":3705,"date":"2023-05-27T22:21:49","date_gmt":"2023-05-27T22:21:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/?p=3705"},"modified":"2023-05-27T22:21:50","modified_gmt":"2023-05-27T22:21:50","slug":"homemade-mascara-all-natural-and-eye-friendly","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/?p=3705","title":{"rendered":"Homemade mascara: All Natural and Eye-Friendly"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20370%20247'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/image-213.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"zeen-lazy-load-base zeen-lazy-load wp-image-3706\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"419\" src=\"https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/image-213.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3706\" srcset=\"https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/image-213.png 800w, https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/image-213-300x157.png 300w, https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/image-213-770x403.png 770w, https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/image-213-293x153.png 293w, https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/image-213-390x204.png 390w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Why homemade mascara? For some time now my entire makeup routine has been a dab of&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/thankyourbody.com\/make-lip-balm\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">lip balm<\/a>&nbsp;and a quick brush of mascara. But I still wondered if these two little \u201cmakeup essentials\u201d were really good for me. Being the hippie-lovin\u2019-green-livin\u2019 type gal that I am, I was pretty sure the answer was \u201cno.\u201d And that\u2019s why I\u2019m here to share my all natural homemade mascara recipe with you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this article, I\u2019ll give you a rundown of mascara, including its history and why you might want to avoid it in your beauty routine. Then, I\u2019ll give you a recipe for some DIY homemade natural mascara that will have your eyelashes thanking you (as well as your wallet).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is in mascara anyway?<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mascara dates back to ancient Egypt. Most formulas contain the same basic elements: pigmentation, oils, and waxes. But most mascaras on the market these days have plenty of other \u201cstuff\u201d lurking about them. This stuff is what you need to be concerned about, especially if you are looking for an all-natural body and skin care routine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cosmetics are&nbsp;<em>very&nbsp;<\/em>loosely regulated by the FDA. There is a great deal of freedom for the beauty industry in the formulation of cosmetics.&nbsp;There is some concern for some ingredients found in mascara since they have been found to cause cancer in mice, and others are known to be highly toxic to the human body. (<a href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Mascara\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">source<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I\u2019ve been using an organic \u201call natural\u201d mascara for the past couple of years. In fact, I made the switch long before I&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/thankyourbody.com\/hidden-toxins\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ditched all my other toxic beauty products<\/a>. My old \u201cvolumizing\u201d mascara made my eyes red and itchy. Apparently allergic reactions are common with mascara users. These reactions are usually&nbsp;attributed to&nbsp;methylparaben,&nbsp;aluminum&nbsp;powder,&nbsp;ceteareth-20,&nbsp;butylparaben, or&nbsp;benzyl alcohol&nbsp;that are often found in mascaras. (<a href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Mascara#cite_note-33\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">source<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mascara Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let\u2019s take a quick look at these chemicals so you can see why you should be avoiding them:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Methylparaben:&nbsp;<\/strong>Methylparaben is an anti-fungal chemical which is used in many personal care products. There is concern out there as to whether it is safe to use. While it is approved by the USFDA, this debate continues. Some studies have suggested that methylparaben use on the skin may react with ultraviolet in order to accelerate aging effects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Aluminum Powder:&nbsp;<\/strong>Aluminum powder is a metallic compound which is used to color certain cosmetics. The primary concerns with aluminum powder are related to potentially hindering your body\u2019s ability to excrete mercury, which leaves more of this compound in your body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ceteareth-20:&nbsp;<\/strong>Ceteareth-20 is a mixture of particular fatty alcohols, and is used as an emulsifier in a variety of cosmetic products and self-care products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Butylparaben:\u00a0<\/strong>Butylparaben is typically used as a preservative in cosmetic products, which is meant to extend their life and prevent the growth of bacteria. However, any chemicals that are put into beauty products also have direct contact with your skin, and your body can absorb these potentially hazardous chemicals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Benzyl Alcohol:&nbsp;<\/strong>Benzyl alcohol is also typically used as a preservative in beauty and skin care products. However, the effects on your skin can actually be that of drying and irritation. Benzyl alcohol can also strip the skin, causing further irritation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And that\u2019s just to name a few. Clearly, you should always be paying pretty close attention to what\u2019s in your beauty and skin care products, because you don\u2019t know what you might find.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In fact, the chemicals in your beauty products don\u2019t always have to do with \u201cbeauty\u201d at all, but rather serve functional purposes such as extending the life of the product. And while this may sound useful, it can have potentially adverse effects on your skin and your body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, even if you make the switch to an organic brand of mascara that might not contain many of these potentiallyharmful ingredients, it is almost certainly going to be more expensive. Additionally, while it is \u201corganic\u201d, that doesn\u2019t mean that it is free of hazardous ingredients altogether.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So why not try to make something yourself that you know you can trust? I\u2019ve been on a \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thankyourbody.com\/diy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">make your own<\/a>\u201d kick lately, so why not homemade mascara?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why I love my homemade mascara<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">My first attempt at homemade mascara wasn\u2019t very impressive. It worked, but the results were so subtle that it didn\u2019t seem worth the time. I played around with the mixture, added in some&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B00B3U0FW4?&amp;tag=tybody-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">beeswax<\/a>, and am much happier with what I now have. I can\u2019t call it \u201cwater proof,\u201d but I haven\u2019t had any&nbsp;unfortunate&nbsp;raccoon&nbsp;eyes\u2026 even after a sweaty dance class. (You can always add more beeswax than what I have in the recipe below to get more of a thicker, waterproof mascara.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This homemade mascara does a great job darkening, separating, and conditioning the lashes. And my eyes feel so much better using it! I probably won\u2019t be asked to model for Maybelline anytime soon, but I think it does the job nicely. &nbsp;?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The recipe is really easy. The hardest part is getting it into the blasted mascara bottle. If you have a long syringe (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/BB010BWOOXA?&amp;tag=tybody-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">like this<\/a>) that would probably be best. But I think I\u2019ve come up with a handy little way to get your homemade mascara where it belongs if you don\u2019t have one. Check it out:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Okay, back to the homemade mascara recipe. You ready?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">DIY all natural homemade mascara<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What you\u2019ll need:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">2 tsp coconut oil&nbsp;(<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/BB010BWOOXA?&amp;tag=tybody-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">where to find coconut products<\/a>)<br>4 tsp aloe vera gel (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B0128PJ7T4?&amp;tag=tybody-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">like this<\/a>)<br>1\/2 &nbsp;\u2013 1 tsp bees wax&nbsp;pellet (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B00B3U0FW4?&amp;tag=tybody-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">like this<\/a>)<br>1 \u2013 2 capsules of&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B0131O1O3S\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=tybody-20&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=B0131O1O3S&amp;linkId=eb61ab82858210f2a90731ef65de18ff\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">activated charcoal<\/a>&nbsp;(for black) or cocoa powder (for brown)<br>a clean mascara container (<a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B005UGVIQ4\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957&amp;creativeASIN=B005UGVIQ4&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=tybody-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">like this<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">* Update: Due to temperature differences you may want to add more beeswax to give more \u201chold\u201d to your mascara. Keep in mind that coconut oil is a liquid above 75 degrees. I\u2019d increase the beeswax to 3\/4 or even 1 tsp if it\u2019s really warm where you live\u2026 or if you want more of a \u201cwaterproof\u201d mascara.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>**Activated charcoal can be found in most health food stores or&nbsp;<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B0131O1O3S?&amp;tag=tybody-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>online<\/em><\/a><em>. This is&nbsp;<strong>not<\/strong>&nbsp;the same stuff you use to get your grill going, okay? Also, some people have responded in the comments that activated charcoal might not be good to use close to your eyes. If you\u2019re worried, go with the cocoa powder to be safe.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Directions:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Put coconut oil, aloe vera gel, and grated bees wax in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir until beeswax is completely melted.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Open 1 \u2013 2 capsules of activated charcoal (depending on desired color, about 1\/4 \u2013 1\/2 tsp) and pour into oil mixture. Stir until completely incorporated. Remove from heat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pour into a small plastic bag, pushing the mixture down to one corner. Then cut a very small hole in the opposite corner of the bag.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thankyourbody.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/tipbag.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20370%20247'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/thankyourbody.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/tipbag.jpg\" alt=\"All natural homemade mascara.\" class=\"zeen-lazy-load-base zeen-lazy-load wp-image-2776\" title=\"All natural homemade mascara.\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thankyourbody.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/tipbag.jpg\" alt=\"All natural homemade mascara.\" class=\"wp-image-2776\" title=\"All natural homemade mascara.\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"4\">\n<li>Fold the corner with the cut whole until you have a small tip that you can push into the empty mascara tube. (It\u2019s much easier if you have an extra set of hands nearby to hold the tube in place!) Make sure the tip goes far enough into the tube or you\u2019ll have a big mess on your hands!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thankyourbody.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/insert.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20370%20247'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/thankyourbody.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/insert.jpg\" alt=\"All natural homemade mascara.\" class=\"zeen-lazy-load-base zeen-lazy-load wp-image-2775\" title=\"All natural homemade mascara.\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thankyourbody.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/insert.jpg\" alt=\"All natural homemade mascara.\" class=\"wp-image-2775\" title=\"All natural homemade mascara.\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"5\">\n<li>Keep the small-hole-end securely in the tube (or get your helper to hold it in place). Begin pressing the mascara mixture toward the tube. Don\u2019t move too quickly or it will come out and you\u2019ll have mess to deal with(I highly recommend doing this with a paper towel or napkin underneath.) Keep moving the mixture into the tube until it\u2019s all in.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Place the inner cap in place and then twist the wand on tightly. Viola!&nbsp;<strong>Homemade mascara!<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20370%20247'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/thankyourbody.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/mascara.jpg\" alt=\"All natural homemade mascara.\" class=\"zeen-lazy-load-base zeen-lazy-load wp-image-2778\" title=\"All natural homemade mascara.\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thankyourbody.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/mascara.jpg\" alt=\"All natural homemade mascara.\" class=\"wp-image-2778\" title=\"All natural homemade mascara.\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Note: Like all mascaras, it is important that you use this homemade mascara wisely. Proper use of mascara includes disposal of tube and brush after four to six months. Homemade mascara should also be disposed of if found to smell different, strange, or especially pungent. It is unlikely and unusual, but&nbsp;<strong>all&nbsp;<\/strong>mascara does have the capability to grow bacteria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Make sure to keep the lid on tightly or this homemade mascara will dry out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There you go, a homemade mascara that is easy-to-make and actually works. Trust me, once you make something on your own, you\u2019ll find that the reward of having done it yourselfis almost as satisfying as knowing you\u2019ve eliminating all those harmful chemicals from your routine. Not to mention all the money you\u2019ll save.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hopefully this article has opened your eyes to all the benefits of making your beauty routine an all-natural one. Not only will this help cut out the harmful chemicals that are found in so many beauty products, but it opens up a whole new world of DIY products. I find a real sense of reward in making something myself, and I hope that you will too. And bonus, your wallet will thank you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But I want to know what you think as well. Have you tried this homemade mascara? Do you have any other recipes you like as well? Let me know, I love to get the feedback and I love to perfect my DIY recipes even further!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>What do you think? Are you up to trying homemade mascara?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">UPDATE: I had enough people ask to see what the mascara looks like on. So, here you are. I am not wearing any other makeup, just the mascara\u2026 so keep that in mind.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20576%20382'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/image-214.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"zeen-lazy-load-base zeen-lazy-load wp-image-3707\" width=\"576\" height=\"382\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/image-214.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3707\" width=\"576\" height=\"382\" srcset=\"https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/image-214.png 768w, https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/image-214-300x199.png 300w, https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/image-214-293x194.png 293w, https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/image-214-120x80.png 120w, https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/image-214-240x160.png 240w, https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/image-214-390x258.png 390w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20420%20623'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/image-215.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"zeen-lazy-load-base zeen-lazy-load wp-image-3708\" width=\"420\" height=\"623\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/image-215.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3708\" width=\"420\" height=\"623\" srcset=\"https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/image-215.png 560w, https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/image-215-202x300.png 202w, https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/image-215-293x434.png 293w, https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/image-215-390x578.png 390w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 420px) 100vw, 420px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Why homemade mascara? For some time now my entire makeup routine has been a dab of&nbsp;lip balm&nbsp;and a quick brush of mascara. But I still wondered if these two little \u201cmakeup essentials\u201d were really good for me. Being the hippie-lovin\u2019-green-livin\u2019 type gal that I am, I was pretty sure the answer was \u201cno.\u201d And that\u2019s why I\u2019m here to share my all natural homemade mascara recipe with you. In this article, I\u2019ll give you a rundown of mascara, including its [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[19],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-3705","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-natural-remedies"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3705","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=3705"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3705\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":3709,"href":"https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3705\/revisions\/3709"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=3705"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=3705"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=3705"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}