I’ve been experimenting with homemade makeup for years and have a powdered blush that I love and that works really well, but I’ve gotten several requests for a creme/liquid option. I was working on a liquid foundation recipe anyway so I decided to work on a creme blush as well.
Check out the original liquid foundation post for the specifics on how to customize this recipe to be thicker or thinner (or even oil free).
Crème Blush
The benefit of a Crème blush is that it stays longer and can be much bolder and more versatile than powdered blush. A little goes a really long way. I also use a small amount to darken my natural foundation if I need to during the summer.
I typically use a makeup brush to apply this foundation but you can also easily use your fingers. The basic ingredients are the same as the liquid foundation recipe and there are two options for this recipe: the simple way or the DIY way.
- For a simpler version, use a natural pre-made moisturizer for the base and add colors and pigments as needed.
- The DIY way takes a little more time and five ingredients but allows more customization since you’re making the base lotion yourself.
If you prefer the simple option, these two lotions are both are rated as safe by the Environmental Working Group and they make a great base:
For the DIY version, you’ll need these ingredients for the base:
And these ingredients to add to the base for color:
- organic cocoa powder
- OR natural mineral makeup in your color (in place of two ingredients above)
Creme Blush Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon of shea butter
- 1/2 tsp emulsifying wax
- 1 tablespoon aloe gel
- OR 1 tablespoon of natural pre-made lotion (in place of first 3 ingredients)
- 1/2 – 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
- 1/2 – 1 teaspoon mica powders of choice
- OR 1-2 teaspoons of all-natural mineral powder in color of choice
Creme Blush Instructions
- If making the simple version… just mix the organic lotion and mineral powder (or mica powder and cocoa powder) to get the desired color and consistency.
- For the complete DIY:
- Melt the shea butter,and emulsifying wax in a double boiler until completely melted.
- Add the aloe and whisk until completely incorporated and smooth.
- Turn heat off.
- Slowly, start adding colors.
- Add mica powders and cocoa powder a tiny pinch at a time until desired color is reached.
- Dip the tip of a spoon into the mixture and let cool for a few seconds. Test the color and coverage on your cheek to make sure you’ve achieved the right tone for your skin.
- Spoon the mixture into the desired container and let cool.
Additional Tips
- For a powdered version, check out this recipe and check out my other homemade makeup recipes here.
- Adding colors (mica powders and cocoa powder) to a pre-made lotion will create a very smooth blush/bronzer. Experiment with the colors until you get the desired shade. It will look much darker while making it that it will on skin.
- Making a homemade lotion as a base will give the most options for customizing but is also the most difficult. With the homemade one, adding more vegetable wax will make a thicker and longer lasting blush/bronzer while using more aloe will make a smoother and more subtle mix.
- Adding more reddish mica powders will give a more rose/pink hue like a blush while more cocoa powder or bronze mica will create a bronzer or more tan mixture.
- For your eyes, try my natural eye shadow recipe.
Ever made your own makeup?
Can I use your homemade natural lotion as a base?
(olive oil, coconut oil, beeswax, shea butter, vitamin e)
Yes, it will just be rather oily, so it will be better if you have dry or combination skin…
Could i use bees wax and just leave out the aloe?
It will create a thicker base, but it should work…
Hi there! Just wondering if this recipe could be used as a base for a cream eyeshadow as well?
I found nothing from multiple websites about toxicity other than by inhalation . https://toxnet.nlm.nih.gov/cgi-bin/sis/search/a?dbs+hsdb:@[email protected]+2539
I recently made a few batches of this, substituting beetroot powder instead of mica powder. I was really happy with out it turned out until a few weeks later when the edges started to turn black and mold. I used the same metal jars that you have pictured on your blog. Have you had this issue at all? Could it be the beetroot powder?
I haven’t had that problem at all… perhaps that could be the problem? I don’t know if the beet root powder rehydrated and became able to mold.
Do you have a recipe for a primer? I would like to try making my own, but need some suggestions, as to the contents. Have not used one, but have seen videos of their use, and thought I would try it.
Love all your recipes, making the beef broth as we speak.
Helena
Another option other than Shea butter for those of us allergic to latex?
Is there another option instead of Cocoa Powder? Chocolate triggers my migraines, so I’m afraid to try this. Thanks Wellness Mama!
Cinnamon perhaps? 🙂
hi … I have some concern about this recipe … is mica safe to use ?? Can I use something different besides mica?
Mica is safe for the face. Inhaling it isn’t. Mica is used in all makeup as a light colorant with iron oxides (crushed rock) for color and sheen/sparkle. I make mineral makeup and only use certified safe micas and minerals. You can get mica from TKB trading. If you want to make this with color, you need to use either iron oxides or mica, beetroot and other herbs do not have opacity and will not put much color on your face. If you use a powder blush or lipstick to color it, you will be putting not only mica but other minerals on your face as well. I hope this helps.
Mica also has a natural sunscreen protection.
Hey Mama!! I wanted to say Thank you for sharing all this healthy advice! I made my own blush with coconut oil, bees wax, cornstarch and beet powder. I remember seeing it on this site somewhere but I don’t remember where it is located. I found that it really gives my face a cute blushey glow. I had to use a blush brush to apply it, but it is great. I also use it for lipstick. Now I just need to learn to make mascara, eye shadow and shampoo and then I will be completely chemical free!!