Lead in lipstick! Phthalates and parabens in lotions and creams! Toxic chemicals in makeup are bad enough for adults. But, what do you say when your little girl wants to play with Mommy’s makeup? Well, if you’ve taken a little time to prepare beforehand, your little girl can have her own supply of safe, non-toxic beauty products, just like Mom’s.
If your daughter is old enough, it might be fun to let her help you make some of these. Of course, adult supervision is always required, especially when stoves or appliances are involved, but there are many parts of these recipes that children can do.
Lipstick is a must for most little girls. This substitute is simple, safe and even edible. Plus, it’s actually good for chapped lips. You might find yourself reaching for it this winter, so make extra. Of course, it can be made in different flavors, for every member of the family.
Basic Lip Balm
2TBSP Beeswax
2 tsp coconut oil or any light oil
contents of Vitamin E capsule
coloring and/or flavoring agent (optional)
Grate the beeswax and add the oil in a small glass container. Microwave until they melt together and then stir them thoroughly. Add the contents of the Vitamin E capsule. For color add one of the following: a half-tsp of beet juice, grape juice, cranberry juice, or other nicely colored juice. We like pomegranate and cranberry, mixed. For the men in your family, you can leave out the juice or add something neutral like orange or pineapple juice. It won’t show, but it will taste good. Or melt in a peppermint candy when you’re microwaving the oil and beeswax.
Pour the mixture into a lip balm container or other small container and cool completely. Keep it covered and always make sure it’s applied with clean hands or a clean cotton swab.
Powder Puff Girls’ Powder
This is so simple that you don’t need a recipe. Just get a box of cornstarch, put it into a plastic bag inside a nicely decorated box and add a puffy powder puff. Mademoiselle can powder her nose to her heart’s content. To make it extra special, add a drop or two of essential oil, such as rose or lavender.
Blush
1 Cup of Cornstarch
1 TBSP Beet Juice
Add the beet juice to the cornstarch and stir until the cornstarch is completely colored. For a deeper color, add more beet juice until you get the desired result. Spread on a cookie sheet and let it dry thoroughly. Store in a plastic box inside a pretty box. Apply with a soft brush, as you would real blush.
Let your little girl borrow one of your old dresses or skirts, maybe some inexpensive costume jewelry and a pretty scarf. Add some old high-heels or sandals and you’ll have a very happy little girl. Best of all, you’ll be happy knowing that her play makeup is safe and actually good for her skin.
Related posts:
Leave a comment