DIY Homemade Face Serum Recipe For All Skin Types

This super fast and easy DIY Face Serum recipe is an easy and cost effective way to treat your skin to nourishing essential oils. Take your skin care routine to the next level with your very own customized homemade facial serum with  essential oils and all natural ingredients.

This article covers how to choose essential oils to use in your custom homemade face serum to benefit your specific skin type. Whether you have dry skin,  acne prone skin, sensitive skin, need anti aging wrinkle prevention or have normal skin you can use this homemade beauty serum.

Learn how to make your own DIY Face Serum in just minutes with essential oils that will give you beautiful, glowing skin.  For example, Lavender oil and Frankincense essential oils are two of the best essential oils for your beauty serum for any skin type. Both can help reduce the appearance of wrinkles and redness.  Keep reading to find out how to make your skin glow!

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How to Save Money on your Face Serum

I cringe at the though of paying upwards of $50 – $100 for a high quality facial serum.  This DIY facial serum works the same or better, lasts longer, and costs significantly less. 

There are only 2 steps to make this homemade face serum.  Super simple.  And you’re going to save a ton of money with homemade serum! No need to spend your hard earned money on pricey bottles with fancy ingredients from a department store. 

The essential oils you will be adding to your diy facial serum will cost only a few cents per drop.  Yes, there are a few oils that cost a bit more than others, but what’s nice is you can choose which essential oils to use.  This makes it easy to use oils that fit your budget.

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Supplies for your DIY Face Serum

 You only need 3 items to make this DIY Face Serum.   A dropper bottle, carrier oils, and essential oil.  

1. Dropper Bottle
2. Carrier Oil
3. Essential Oils

The carrier oil is generally inexpensive as well, and can be used for other DIY projects.  

All together, depending on the essential oils you use,  this serum will likely cost under $10.    

Another benefit is that I know exactly what I am putting on my skin.

There are no unnecessary fillers, synthetic ingredients, or preservatives that are not good for us. 

1. Dropper Bottles

First, you’ll need a 2 oz glass dropper bottle.  You can go basic, or fancy.  Whatever your taste.  

You can order glass dropper bottles from Amazon.

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Here is my go to basic glass dropper bottle that I use:

If you prefer something a little prettier, these frosted glass droppers are very pretty and come in multiple color choices:

2. Carrier Oil for your Facial Serum

You’ll need a good quality carrier oil for your DIY facial serum.  The carrier oil is what will be the base of your serum and will be the main ingredient. Since this is going to be used on your face, you don’t want to skimp and use a cheap carrier oil. 

You’ll want to get the best carrier oil you can.  It’s also important to choose the right carrier oil for your skin type.

While many people automatically reach for Fractionated Coconut Oil in their essential oil DIY Beauty Skin care projects, I do not recommend making your DIY Face Serum with coconut oil  because coconut oil l can can clog pores.  This is obviously not what we want in our skincare, especially if you have acne or oily skin.

Normal or Acne Prone Skin

Jojoba oil is closest to our skin’s natural oil and is the best choice for normal or acne prone skin. This is the one I buy and it can be used in many DIY projects, such as DIY essential oil rollers, Men’s Beard Oil and more.

Dry Skin

You may decide you want to choose something even more hydrating for dry skin such as Sweet Almond Oil or Sesame Oil. 

I’ve been using this Argan Oil for my facial Serum and I have extremely dry skin.  This is what I’ve been using.

Oily or Acne Prone Skin

If you have acne prone or oily skin, I recommend Jojoba Oil. You may also choose Grapeseed Oil, Argan, or Sunflower oil for your face serum. 

RELATED POST: Carrier Oils for your Skin Type

It is totally fine, and beneficial even, to combine carrier oils!  Experiment and find out what your skin loves the most.  

Be sure to avoid nut based oils if you have a nut allergy.

3. Essential Oils for your Homemade Serum for Face

A few words of caution

First, please be sure you are using a high quality essential oil, and do not use fragrance oil from the drugstore.  Even though these are labeled as pure oils, they have been tested and they are synthetic. These will damage your skin! 

If your bottle of essential oil states fragrance oil anywhere on it, do not apply it to your face.

Second, be wary of ordering on Amazon because most of these have been tampered with.  If you’ve ordered from there and your oil has smelled or looked “off”, then you’ve experienced this.  These can damage your skin because you don’t know what’s in them.

They are frequently diluted with low cost coconut oil which, as I mentioned above, clogs pores.

The essential oils I trust to use with my skin and my family are doTERRA essential oils because of their purity, testing standards, and commitment to sustainable practices.  

Essential Oil Recommendations for your DIY Serum

There are many choices when it comes to the essential oils to use in your DIY  facial serum.  You can customize this serum to your skin’s specific needs.

You may need acne fighting essential oils like Tea Tree, or perhaps you need anti-aging oils to fight those inevitable wrinkles, or like me, maybe you need moisturizing hydration.  

I have extremely dry skin, and I live in the desert with about 8% humidity, so I really need to give my skin extra hydration PLUS I need some help with anti-aging.

And let’s be honest.  At my age, I need all the anti-aging wrinkle fighting help I can get.  So I chose some specific oils to help with those needs, like Blue Tansy.

Go with what your skin needs.  I’ve got some more specific recommendations for different skin types below.

You can use as few as 1 or 2 essential oils in this, or as many as you like.   Use what you have.  There is no need to run out and buy a bunch of essential oils in order to make this.

These are general recommendations for all skin types

If you’re not sure where to start, Lavender and Frankincense would be good choices.  

• Frankincense  I consider this one a must in this recipe) – It has been used since the time of ancient Egyptians and Biblical times.  They knew even thousands of years ago the amazing benefits of Frankincense.  It can help with fine lines and wrinkles, reduction of the appearance of scars, and give an overall radiant and youthful glow.
• Blue Tansy –  This essential oil is popular in many commercial beauty creams, lotions, and serums because it is full of calming, soothing benefits for our skin.  It’s packed with anti oxidants and can calm inflammation and reduce redness, and can benefit many skin types including dry, irritated skin and acne.  Blue Tansy is very popular in many commercial skin products these days – it is one of the pricier oils.  However you’ll get MANY uses out of that bottle and it will still cost you significantly less than buying that expensive serum bottle from the store.
• Lavender Essential Oil is one of the most popular essential oils of all time and with good reason.  It has incredible benefits for the skin.  It can help reduce redness, blotchy patches and reduce acne.  It has anti-inflammatory properties that help your skin heal from irritations, sun burn, insect bites, or bacteria.  It can also help detoxify the skin, heal, soothe, and prevent wrinkles.  It’s a superstar!
• Helichrysum  – This is a beautiful healing oil that is great for inflammation, cell regeneration, and can help diminish scars.  It is called “The Everlasting Flower” because of its ant-aging rejuvenating benefits for the skin and ability to improve the complexion.
• Yarrow | Pom – This is so wonderful for skin all on it’s own that many people will slather this all over their face to reap the benefits.  It has a beautiful blue tint to it that may turn the skin a bit blue at first, but will go away in a few minutes.  Smurfette anyone?
• Geranium – Geranium essential oil has fantastic benefits for the skin.  It can help with acne breakouts, wrinkles, skin irritations, and skin infections.  I didn’t add it because, personally, I am not a fan of the smell.  But if you love the smell, I highly recommend adding this one.
• Tea Tree – Tea Tree essential oil especially good for acne prone or oily skin.  Duchess Meghan Markle keeps this one on hand to help her skin anytime she has small breakouts or mosquito bites. Check out Melaleuca on her list of  beauty must haves in Allure Magazine. It is naturally cleansing and purifying and will help fight acne causing bacteria.
• Copaiba –  Copaiba essential oil is widely used in cosmetic products including soaps, creams, lotions, and perfumes.  It is high in beta-caryophyllene which has been studied for its affects on skin. Perfect for any facial serum.
• Roman Chamomile – Roman Chamomile essential oil is wonderfully moisturizing for great for dry skin.
• Wild Orange – Wild Orange essential oil has lots of anti-oxidants and is packed with vitamin C, which your skin will love. And you will fall in love with the smell!  Use Caution with Citrus Essential Oils. Most citrus essential oils are photosensitive, so you do not want to apply this to your skin before going out in the sun.  You can get a nasty sunburn.  

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Not sure which essential oil to use for your skin type? Just refer to this cheat sheet to choose which ones complement your skin type.

Essential Oils for All Skin Types

These are a great choice for everyone.

• Lavender
• Helichrysum
• Roman Chamomile

Essential Oils for Dry Skin

• Rose
• Sandalwood
• Clary Sage

Essential Oils for Oily Skin

• Geranium
• Grapefruit
• Cedarwood

Essential Oils for Acne-Prone Skin

• Juniper Berry
• Tea Tree Oil
• Cypress

Essential Oils for Mature Skin

Consider these oils if you’re looking for an anti-aging face serum

• Frankincense
• Myrrh
• Ylang Ylang

Extras that your skin will love

You can also add a few extras that your skin will thank you for.  These aren’t necessary but will really add some extra nourishment that you will notice.

Vitamin E Oil

 Vitamin E oil is a natural anti-oxidant to help protect your skin from free radical damage.  This is a great way to help nourish and hydrate your skin. .  I added a few drops to my serum to help with hydration for my dry skin. I love this Organic Vitamin E Oil from Amazon.

Rosehip Oil

Rosehip Seed Oil – Can help smooth skin and appearance of scars by tightening the skin, keeps skin hydrated, and is rich in omegas to help with anti-aging.  This is the one that I use and love it.

Gua Sha and Rose Quartz Roller

If you’ve never tried a Gua Sha Stone, you’re missing out! These are all the rage in skincare right now.

A rose quartz gua sha stone will transform your skin and can:

• help relieve tension in the face,
• reduce puffiness and inflammation,
• and it can even help reduce sinus pressure

*according to the Cleveland Health Clinic

The rose quartz roller can help to relieve muscle tension, reduce facial puffiness and help your skin look fresh, plus it can help firm your skin and improve fine lines.

Doing a gentle massage with the Gua Sha Stone and Rose Quartz or a Jade Roller for a few minutes every day can have a very positive impact on your skin!

I have purchased this one and incorporated it into my skincare routine. You can also get it in Jade, Amethyst, and a few other stone choices.

Directions for your DIY Face Oil Serum

Here is the base homemade face serum recipe you can use as a guide for making your own.

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Using your DIY Facial Serum

Once you have made your DIY homemade face serum, you will want to apply it after washing your face, and before applying your moisturizer.  

I always like to give it a gentle shake before using to make sure everything is mixed. 

How to Add Your Face Serum to Your Beauty Routine

1. Wash your face with your all natural cleanser of choice.
2. Apply my favorite DIY Face Toner – use this recipe to customize it to your skin type.
3. Add a few drops of the facial serum to your clean hands and smooth gently over your face and neck.    Take care not to rub too hard as this is not good for your skin.   Be sure to do this right away after washing your face while it is still damp.  This will lock the moisture into your skin.
4. Gently apply your all natural facial moisturizer once the Serum has had time to soak in.   

Have fun making your own DIY facial serum, and experiment to see what works best for your skin.  You may find that certain essential oils work better than others. 

Homemade skincare essential oil recipes are so beneficial for our skin and sometimes, it’s a matter of finding the perfect blend that works best for your skin type.

I would love to hear how you made your own serum and what works for you! 

Leave a comment on this post and let me know what you used for your face serum! 

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