This luxurious facial cleanser combines the nourishing properties of coconut oil and shea butter with the uplifting scents of rose and geranium essential oils. Its gentle formula effectively cleanses without stripping your skin of its natural moisture, leaving it feeling soft, smooth, and refreshed.
In the ancient courts of Persia, where beauty rituals were as elaborate as the palace gardens, a renowned herbalist named Zarina stumbled upon a secret elixir that transformed the skin of the royal women. Her recipe, passed down through generations, became the inspiration for thisBalancing Rose and Geranium Facial Cleanser. The rich, emollient qualities of coconut oil and shea butter mimic the skin's natural oils, gently removing impurities without disrupting its delicate balance. Rose essential oil, with its calming and hydrating properties, soothes and revitalizes, while geranium essential oil adds a touch of uplifting freshness. Together, these ingredients create a cleanser that not only cleanses but also nourishes, leaving your skin with a radiant glow worthy of an empress.
Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 1
Ingredients
1/4 cup coconut oil
1/4 cup shea butter
1/4 cup distilled water
1/2 teaspoon rose essential oil
1/2 teaspoon geranium essential oil
Instructions
In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the coconut oil and shea butter together.
Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Add the distilled water and essential oils to the saucepan and stir until well combined.
Pour the mixture into a mold or container and let it cool completely.
Once the mixture has cooled, transfer it to a jar or container and store it in the refrigerator.
Why It Works
Coconut oil and shea butter are rich in fatty acids that mimic the skin's natural sebum, gently cleansing without stripping it of its essential oils.
Rose essential oil has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties that help soothe and calm the skin, while its delicate fragrance promotes relaxation.
Geranium essential oil has astringent properties that help tighten pores and reduce oil production, leaving the skin feeling refreshed and balanced.