DIY Face & Body Wash Recipe

Gentle, Refreshing, and Budget-Friendly!
If you’ve ever glanced at the price of a body wash lately (cough 40 cents an ounce for Dove Relax Body Wash!), you know that the cost of simple self-care products is creeping higher and higher. Inspired by a simple DIY I found (this video), I decided to make my own — using ingredients I already had at home!

Not only is this DIY incredibly easy, but the result is a gentle, moisturizing face and body wash that’s perfect for your daily routine.

My DIY Face & Body Wash Recipe

Makes 12 ounces

Ingredients:

• 1 cup Dr. Natural Lavender Castile Soap (body wash and face wash)
• 1/2 cup Filtered Water (or Distilled Water)
• 2 tablespoons Castor Oil
• 1 teaspoon Almond Oil (you can substitute Coconut Oil if you prefer)
• 10 drops Eucalyptus Essential Oil (optional)
• A few extra drops of Lavender Essential Oil (optional, to boost the lavender scent)

Supplies:

• Recycled 12-ounce soap pump bottle
• Funnel (optional, but helpful!)

Instructions:

• Add the Castile soap to a large measuring cup for mixing and pouring.
• Add the filtered water.
• Stir in the castor oil and almond oil.
• Add your essential oils, adjusting to your scent preference.
• Mix gently to combine. (Avoid vigorous shaking to minimize bubbles.)
• Pour into pump bottle.

How I Use It:

• Face: Every night, I soak a hot washcloth in a basin with a few pumps of this wash mixed into the water, then gently cleanse my face. (After that I moisturize with my favorite blend of jojoba oil and and essential oils like frankincense and lavender.)
• Body: In the shower, a couple pumps lather beautifully for a fresh, calming cleanse.

The combination of Castile soap and nourishing oils makes this wash gentle, non-drying, and suitable for most skin types.

Cost Breakdown:

Here’s a rough cost estimate, based on average ingredient prices:

• Dr. Natural Castile Soap (32 oz bottle ~$10) = $0.31/oz → 8 oz used = $2.48
• Castor Oil (16 oz bottle ~$8) = $0.50/oz → 2 tbsp (~1 oz) = $0.50
• Almond Oil (16 oz bottle ~$10) = $0.63/oz → 1 tsp (~0.17 oz) = ~$0.11
• Essential Oils (very small amount used, estimated ~$0.20 worth)
• Filtered Water (minimal cost)

Total cost: ~$3.29 for 12 ounces

Cost per ounce: About 27 cents per ounce!

(That’s about 30% cheaper than the store brand I was buying!)

Why I Love It:

• Made with natural, gentle ingredients
• Customizable scent
• Super moisturizing
• Eco-friendly (recycled my old pump bottle)
• Saves money without sacrificing quality

Give it a try — your skin (and your wallet) will thank you!

Happy making! ✨

Have you tried making your own bath and body products? Let me know your favorite recipes in the comments below!