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10 Ways To Make DIY Beer Soap

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When it comes to soap, most people are accustomed to the typical fruity or floral scents, but have you ever heard of beer soap? Yes, that’s right, soap made with beer! But it’s not just a novelty item with a unique scent, beer soap has its own set of natural benefits for the skin.

As beer is made from natural ingredients such as hops, malt, and yeast, it contains essential vitamins and minerals that can improve the overall health of your skin. Beer soap is also known for its natural exfoliating properties and ability to help balance the skin’s pH levels.

Plus, the scent of beer soap can be both refreshing and invigorating. So, if you’re looking for a new way to incorporate natural ingredients into your skincare routine, or just want to try something new, making your own beer soap might be the perfect DIY project for you.

Beer soap has been really popular in treating acne. If you want to try them before you make them, check out these beer soaps on Etsy.

Some benefits include:

  • Fighting acne
  • Improved shaving
  • Overly dry skin
  • Overly oily skin
  • Improving your complexion

Beer soap is often paired with a rustic scent like cedarwood or pine.

Beer is rich in Selenium and glutathione, which are well-known antioxidants. It means that beer helps your skin to keep soft and young.  

If you are tossing up between brewing your own beer and making your own soap, then it’s far easier to make the soap. Or you could do both and offer beer and soap for your guests.

Some other options are adding in hops for an exfoliating soap bar or substituting the beer for a cider to try something different.

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DIY Herbal Vapor Rub Balm – A Natural Vicks-Style Decongestant for Cold and Flu Relief

When someone in the house starts sniffling, you just know it’s going to make the rounds. That’s when I reach for this homemade herbal vapor rub—our family’s go-to chest balm for easing congestion, coughs, and that heavy-headed sick feeling.

Made with gentle yet powerful essential oils, this balm works just like the classic Vicks rub (but without the synthetic stuff). It’s safe, effective, and smells like a eucalyptus grove with a hint of grandma’s medicine chest—in the best possible way!

Whether you’re treating a toddler’s sniffles or trying to head off a man cold, this DIY vapor rub will be your winter wellness MVP.

Why You’ll Love This Natural Decongestant Balm

  • No petroleum or nasties – A clean, green homemade Vicks alternative 
  • Gentle enough for kids – With optional adjustments for littlies 
  • Nourishing balm texture – Melts into skin without being greasy 
  • Essential oils – Provide cooling, clearing, and comforting support 
  • Customizable – Make it stronger for adults or extra-gentle for babies 

Ingredients

Base:

  • 1/4 cup coconut oil (or olive oil for a softer balm) 
  • 2 tbsp shea butter or mango butter 
  • 2 tbsp beeswax pellets 

Essential Oil Blend (for adults):

  • 10 drops eucalyptus essential oil 
  • 8 drops peppermint essential oil 
  • 6 drops rosemary essential oil 
  • 4 drops tea tree essential oil 
  • 4 drops lavender essential oil 

Optional for kids under 5:
 Replace eucalyptus and peppermint with fir needle and cedarwood atlas, and halve the total essential oil amount.

How to Make Your Own Vapor Rub

  1. Melt the base:
     In a double boiler (or a bowl over simmering water), gently melt the coconut oil, shea butter, and beeswax together. Stir until smooth and liquid. 
  2. Cool slightly:
     Remove from heat and let cool just a few minutes—enough that it’s no longer scalding hot but still liquid. 
  3. Add essential oils:
     Stir in your essential oil blend. Don’t add them too early or the heat will evaporate their goodness. 
  4. Pour into tins or jars:
     Carefully pour into a small glass jar or metal balm tin. Let cool completely before putting the lid on. 
  5. Label & store:
     Store in a cool place away from sunlight. Balm will keep for up to 6 months. 

How to Use Your Herbal Chest Rub

  • For chest and back: Rub a small amount onto chest, upper back, and soles of the feet during cold or flu season. 
  • For steam relief: Add a pea-sized amount to a bowl of steaming water, cover your head with a towel, and inhale. 
  • For headaches: Dab a touch on temples and neck (use caution and avoid eyes). 

Mum Tips

  • Patch test first if you’re unsure about sensitivities. 
  • Keep a tiny jar in your handbag during winter for on-the-go sniffles. 
  • For a nighttime version, add a few drops of Roman chamomile or lavender for extra sleep support. 

 

 

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