DIY Beauty Projects

Every project on this page includes a full recipe and step-by-step instructions in the project description. Click a project, review the ingredients, and add them to your cart in one step. You can remove anything you already have or swap in a variation to make it your own. Many projects also include a how-to video so you can follow along visually. Projects are labeled with a skill level, an estimated make time, and a yield, so you know exactly what you are getting into before you start.

Every craft type has beginner level projects, just choose the category that you are interested in and use the 'Skill Level' filter to find a project at your comfort level. Consider this page to be your inspiration for creative growth. Start with a project that matches your current skill level and branch out from there. Projects range from beginner face oils to advanced layered soap bars. Each one tells you the skill level up front.

Different Types of DIY Beauty Projects

• Cosmetics: Lip balms, lip gloss, and tinted products. These use skin-safe colorants and lip-safe ingredients to create personalized cosmetics.
• Skincare: Includes face oils, cleansing balms, and face toners. Customize your DIY skincare projects with your favorite essential oils.
• Hair care: Conditioners, shampoo bars, and styling products. Elevate your shower routine with customized products that fit your specific needs.
• Body care: Includes scrubs, body butter, and whipped lotion. Experiment with different fragrance blends and butters by following DIY body care recipes.
• Bath bombs: These fizzers are made with baking soda, citric acid, and a carrier oil or butter. Most take under 30 minutes from start to finish.

A sugar scrub takes about 20 minutes and uses a liquid carrier oil, granulated sugar, and a fragrance oil. Start with a 1:1 ratio of sugar to oil and adjust the texture from there. Bookmark the project page on your phone so you can follow along hands-free as you work.

Do I need to buy all the DIY beauty project ingredients at once, or can I start with what I already have?

When you click on a project, each ingredient is added to your cart individually. Remove anything you already own before checking out, and you will only pay for what you actually need. You can also add extra supplies or ingredients to customize a recipe to your liking.

How do I know how much a DIY beauty project will make before I start?

Every project on this page lists the yield in the description so you can plan your batch size before you buy anything. If you want to make more or less, scale the recipe up or down by weight rather than volume for consistent results.

Can I change the fragrance in a DIY beauty project, or does it have to match the recipe exactly?

Fragrance swaps are possible in many DIY projects, but they aren’t always a direct one-to-one replacement. Before making a change, check the Fragrance Oil Calculator to confirm the correct usage rate, since not all fragrance oils are recommended at the same percentage. You’ll also want to make sure the oil is approved for your specific project type, such as cold process soap, bath bombs, or lip-safe applications.

Once you’ve confirmed it’s appropriate for your recipe, you can choose a different fragrance oil to customize the project. Consider trying out both essential oils and traditional fragrance oils to discover your perfect vibe.