Last week I posted a pic of the large batch of cuticle oil I made and I had several requests for my recipe, so here is my recipe on how to make your own cuticle oil:

First you’ll need a large applicator bottle ( I used a 15oz hair color applicator bottle from Sally Beauty Supply. I couldn’t find it on their website but they have them in the store). I use an applicator bottle because:

You can measure out each oil. You can easily pour the oil into a smaller bottle.

Next you’ll need your oils*. The oils you use are completely up to you and your skin needs, however one oil I HIGHLY recommend you have is at least 4oz of Jojoba Oil. Jojoba oil best matches the molecular structure of the sebum you naturally produce, allowing it to absorb into and effectively hydrate dry skin.

*If possible always try to buy 100% pure, unrefined, organic oils as they have the best nutritional properties.

Replace the cap to the applicator (or cover the hole with your finger) and give a good shake to mix all of the oils together.

Now pour into an empty polish bottle (or cuticle pen applicator). I like to reuse empty treatment bottles (like the one below), just be sure to rinse them out first. You could use an empty polish bottle but be sure to clean it out with pure acetone, followed by soap and water to remove any traces of polish/acetone.

Apply to the entire cuticle area and surrounding skin as often as you’d like (the more often the better!).

After applying to all of your fingers massage it into the skin, doing one finger at a time. Once you’ve done each finger (and thumbs) rub excess oil into your hands as you would with hand lotion.

Before and After

>note the lines I had in the before that were instantly plumped.

These oils will absorb into the skin and won’t leave you feeling greasy. If your skin still feels dry after you’ve applied it, reapply until the skin feels hydrated. Initially this may take several applications because the skin drinks up the oil, but once the skin is properly hydrated you shouldn’t have this problem.

And there you have it! Homemade cuticle oil filled with good for you oils and zero fillers!! I apply this throughout the day and immediately after any contact with water (such as washing hands or showering). I’ve seen a dramatic different in how my skin looks and how soft it is after only one day, and results only get better with more and consistent use.

Store the bottle in a cool, dark place (such as a cabinet).

If you make this and try it let me know your results, even better post your before and after pics on my Facebook page.