DIY Beard Oil
Beard oil serves two purposes: conditioning the hair itself, and moisturising the skin underneath it — which is the part most people neglect. Dry skin beneath facial hair causes the itchiness and flaking that puts people off growing a beard in the first place. This formula addresses both with a lightweight blend that absorbs readily without leaving residue on the beard.
HERO INGREDIENT — Jojoba Oil
Jojoba's molecular structure closely resembles sebum — the natural oil the skin produces to condition both skin and hair. This similarity means it penetrates the skin beneath the beard rather than sitting on top, and it coats the beard hair shaft in a way that genuinely conditions it. It's non-comedogenic, which matters on facial skin, and has an exceptional shelf life compared to most plant oils.
WHAT ELSE IS IN THIS RECIPE
Sweet Almond Oil — light carrier oil rich in oleic acid that softens beard hair and provides additional moisturising for the skin beneath
Fractionated Coconut Oil (MCT) — fast-absorbing lightweight oil that balances the blend and prevents heaviness
Vitamin E Oil — antioxidant that extends shelf life and provides additional skin-nourishing benefit
Essential Oil — optional but central to the experience — the blend on this page is formulated specifically for beard oil
I RECOMMEND TRYING IT WITH BOTANIC EMBER
Botanic Ember — Sandalwood, Vetiver, Cedarwood Atlas, Cardamom, Frankincense, Bergamot, and Sweet Orange — was developed specifically with facial and body use in mind, and beard oil is where it performs best. The resinous depth of the Frankincense and Vetiver comes through slowly as the oil warms against skin, which is exactly how a good beard oil should behave.
All ingredients used in this recipe are available at homemadehaven.com.au
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