DIY Beard Balm Recipe
Looking for a natural, easy-to-make solution to keep beards soft, healthy, and perfectly groomed? This DIY Beard Balm is just what you need. Packed with nourishing ingredients like shea butter and beeswax, it conditions the beard, reduces itchiness, and helps style it effortlessly. Plus, it’s super simple to create at home with a few basic ingredients.
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Let’s explore why this beard balm is a game-changer for beard care and how you can make it yourself!
Why This Beard Balm is Perfect for Your Grooming Routine
This beard balm is made with natural ingredients that work together to care for your beard and the skin underneath. It’s more than just a grooming product—it’s a simple way to keep your beard healthy, soft, and easy to manage. Here’s what makes it so special:
- Softens and Moisturizes: The jojoba oil and coconut oil in this balm soak deeply into your beard, making it softer and easier to comb. They also help prevent dryness, so your beard feels smooth and looks healthy.
- Helps with Styling: Beeswax gives the balm a light hold, which means you can shape your beard the way you like without it feeling sticky or stiff. It keeps everything in place, even on busy days.
- Soothes the Skin: If you’ve ever dealt with itchiness or dry skin under your beard, this balm is a game-changer. Shea butter hydrates and calms irritated skin, keeping it comfortable and flake-free.
- Supports Healthy Growth: The nourishing oils and butters in the balm also feed your hair follicles, helping your beard grow thicker and stronger over time.
- Adds a Personal Touch: With essential oils like cedarwood or pine, you can give the balm a scent that feels fresh and natural. You can even mix in your favorite oils to create a unique fragrance just for you.
This beard balm doesn’t just take care of your beard—it turns grooming into a simple, enjoyable routine. With regular use, your beard will look great, feel soft, and smell amazing!
Ingredients You’ll Need for Your DIY Beard Balm
Making this beard balm is simple. You only need a few natural ingredients and some basic supplies:
- 4 tablespoons beeswax
- 4 tablespoons jojoba oil
- 2 tablespoons shea butter
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 20-30 drops essential oils (optional)
- A container or tin for storage
Now, let’s talk about the benefits of the ingredients:
Beeswax
Beeswax is an essential ingredient for achieving the perfect texture in your beard balm.
- It gives the balm its firmness, allowing it to hold its shape while also helping to tame stray hairs.
- What I love most is how it locks in moisture, keeping your beard hydrated without feeling heavy or sticky.
- It also helps combat dandruff and flakiness by locking in hydrations provided by the other ingredients.
Jojoba Oil
Jojoba oil is one of my favorite ingredients for beard care because it’s lightweight and absorbs quickly. It’s perfect for conditioning the beard and making it more manageable without leaving any greasy residue. Plus, it helps balance your skin’s natural oils, which is great for preventing dryness.
If you don’t have jojoba oil on hand, don’t worry—any carrier oil will work! You can easily substitute it with argan oil, sweet almond oil, or even grapeseed oil, depending on what you prefer or have available. Each option brings its own benefits, so feel free to experiment to find the one that works best for you.
Shea Butter
Shea butter brings a luxurious feel to the balm while adding plenty of benefits. It’s rich in nutrients that soothe the skin under your beard and reduce irritation. I love how it also softens beard hair, making it feel smooth and silky to the touch.
Coconut Oil
Coconut oil is a must-have ingredient that works wonders for both the beard and the skin beneath it. It deeply moisturizes, helping to prevent dryness and flakiness. I also love how it gives the balm a creamy consistency, making it super easy to apply.
Essential Oils
Adding essential oils is optional, but I highly recommend it for an amazing scent and added benefits. My go-to oils for this recipe are:
- Cedarwood: It has a natural, woodsy scent that feels grounding and masculine.
- Pine: This refreshing aroma reminds me of the outdoors—perfect for a fresh start to the day.
- Frankincense: Its earthy, slightly sweet fragrance adds a calming vibe to the balm.
Feel free to mix and match essential oils to create a scent that’s uniquely yours!
Step-by-Step Guide to Making Your Beard Balm
Once you’ve gathered all your ingredients, you’re ready to start.
Melt the Ingredients
Combine the beeswax, jojoba oil, shea butter, and coconut oil in a heat-safe container. Heat the mixture slowly in the microwave in 30-second intervals. Stir after each interval to ensure everything melts evenly.
Add Essential Oils
Once the mixture has completely melted, let it cool slightly. Add 20-30 drops of your chosen essential oils, such as cedarwood, pine, or frankincense. Stir well to evenly distribute the fragrance.
Pour and Let Set
Carefully pour the melted mixture into your container or tin. Let it sit at room temperature until it hardens completely. This usually takes a few hours.
How To Use Your Beard Balm
- Scoop a small amount of balm with your fingers.
- Rub it between your palms to soften it.
- Apply evenly through your beard, working from the roots to the tips.
- Style as desired using your hands or a comb.
That’s it! This simple recipe makes around 6 ounces of beard balm. It’s a great addition to any grooming routine and makes a thoughtful handmade gift too. Enjoy the process and the results!
Beard Balm
Ingredients
- 4 TBL beeswax
- 4 TBL jojoba oil
- 2 TBL shea butter
- 2 TBL coconut oil
- 20-30 drops essential oils
Instructions
- Add your shea butter, jojoba, coconut oil, and beeswax into a glass container.
- Slowly heat in the microwave, in 30 second intervals. Stir in between.
- Once all melted, add in your drops of essential oils.
- Pour into a container and let harden.
- To Use: Apply a small amount to your beard and rub in.
Notes
- Essential oils are optional. Some good ones for men are cedarwood, pine, and frankincense.
- Any carrier oil will work.
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Dawn Goehring
Dawn Goehring is the founder of Desert Naturals. Combining her passion for holistic wellness, natural living and essential oils, she creates informative articles on essential oils, guides you through DIY natural bath & beauty products and homemade non-toxic cleaners, and self care.
Absolutely in love with this recipe! I made the balm for my brother who’s always complaining about his beard being too rough. He’s totally thrilled with the results and keeps bragging about how his beard has never felt softer. It’s all thanks to your fabulous recipe, Dawn.
Could I use almond oil instead of jojoba? New to this DIY stuff but eager to learn!
I’m planning to make this beard balm for my husband. Should I be cautious with any of the essential oils if he has sensitive skin? Thanks for sharing this lovely recipe.
EllieS, if he’s got sensitive skin, maybe start with a bit less of the essential oils or choose ones known to be gentler, like lavender.
Tea tree oil is also a good choice, it’s naturally antibacterial and good for skin but use it sparingly!
Just tried making the beard balm following your guide, Dawn. Pretty happy with how it turned out, smells great and feels good on the beard. Cheers for the easy steps!