As a beauty enthusiast, I fancy a lot of skincare products and what not. With that being said, I go through multiple bottles and packaging which amounts to loads of garbage. I know not all of them gets recycled so whenever possible I try my best to upcycle and contribute the best way I can. One of those is creating my own Moisturizing Foaming Hand Soap in just a few steps!
Not only is it super easy, I get to control the scent variation as well as all the chemicals I introduce to my hands. Let’s be honest – a lot of the products that are highly popularized in the market are either filled with one too many compounds or are too expensive. Yes, there are a few “natural” and “organic” hand soap available but still, the price tag isn’t as budget friendly compare to the regular ones. Thus making your own at home is way more promising as well as cost-effective. If you have kids, this option is definitely a big plus – we all know the little ones enjoy pumping a handful or two. With this method you can let them pump a few handfuls (to their hearts content) and still not worry about being wasteful. Check out the following easy steps …
You will need:
1. Foaming hand soap bottle
2. Liquid soap of your choice (scented, unscented, organic, etc.)
3. Essential Oils (my favorite ones are from Nature’s Bounty® Earthly Elements™ available in Walmart)
4. Tap Water
5. Optional: Lavender or Rosemary Sprig
Directions:
Fill the bottle with water – about 70%
Add 3-5 droplets of Essential Oil
check out Nature’s Bounty® Earthly Elements™ assortment of essential oils on their website: earthlyelements.com
Add the Liquid Soap
Add a Lavender or Rosemary Sprig
Stir / Shake & Enjoy!
Overall, this has been a fun DIY project in our household and saves us a few bucks every month or so and we’re able to produce less waste and avoid toxic chemicals.
Don’t forget to check out my post featuring How I Take a Break with an At-Home Retreat with Nature’s Bounty Earthly Elements – I promise, you’ll find the post very helpful!
On another note, this would also make a great gift packaged in a mason jar or an upcycled vintage bottle. Sounds fun right? Feel free to share your thoughts. If you re-created this DIY I would love to see your version. Until next post!
Joanne Mallon
August 31, 2016That’s such a great idea, I love it. I’m not sure if it really would save money, since hand soap is not expensive and there are still things here that you need to buy. But I like the idea of making your own bespoke blend full of scents you love.
Melanie Smith
November 23, 2016That is so cool! I love DIY things and I will try this one for sure!
Amy Jones
November 23, 2016That looks so useful and pretty! I need one for my bathroom ASAP
Wren
November 24, 2016I love this so much! I am going to have to make some of my own. I love essential oils so much.
Elizabeth O.
November 24, 2016I love this! I wouldn’t mind making my own foaming hand soap that would be so much fun! This would also be an awesome gift to loved ones this Christmas!
Debra @ Traveling Well For Less
November 24, 2016What a fun and easy DIY gift idea. Wow, I had not realized that liquid soap was 70% water. And the fancy ones are so expensive. I’m definitely going to be making my own soap from now on.
victoria
November 25, 2016Sounds so much fun, I really love DIY project. Glad you share this
Leigh Anne Borders
November 25, 2016Very cool! I had no idea that we could make our own foaming handwash. Very cute idea for gift giving too.
Vera Sweeney
November 26, 2016This hand soap sounds great!! I have never made foaming handsoap like this before!
Amber Myers
November 26, 2016How neat! I need to make this!
Katy {ashadeofteal}
November 27, 2016This soap looks amazing. I have always wanted to try to make my own soap.
Michelle Blackwood
November 27, 2016This is such a cool idea and your bathroom is pretty. I have been meaning to try those essential oils from Walmart.
Enricoh Alfonzo
November 28, 2016Se manifique! Loved the photo journal and descriptions. such a beautiful DIY design. i would love to have this in my bathroom
Sarah, Things Sarah Loves
November 28, 2016I love crafts and trying new things so I’m definitely going to give this a go. I like the fact it’s a foaming soap too – I don’t know why but I’ve always preferred them.
Yonca
November 28, 2016What a great gift idea to loved ones. Making my own foaming hand soap would also be enjoyable!