DIY Anti-Aging Hemp Seed Oil Face Moisturizer

This DIY anti-aging hemp seed oil face moisturizer is extremely nourishing for dry dehydrated and mature skin types! Hemp seed oil is known to have a comedogenic ratio of zero so it’s perfect for acne prone skin!  

Pure hemp seed oil can be used on its own or mixed with other lighter carrier oils or butters to form a serum or face cream. 

Here, we shall be mixing hemp seed oil with moisturizing shea butter and powerful anti-aging essential oils. 

Before we get onto the recipe, let’s check out what ingredients are used in this recipe and their benefits! 

Ingredients in this DIY Anti-Aging Hemp Seed Oil Face Moisturizer

Here are the ingredients used to make this DIY anti-aging hemp seed oil face moisturizer: 

💚 Hemp Seed Oil

Hemp seed oil has a perfectly balanced ratio of omega 3 & 6 fatty acids which are good anti-inflammatory agents. Hemp seed oil is also often used to treat skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis and acne. 

It has the ability to penetrate skin, locking in moisture as well as soothing and softening rough skin. 

Perfect for dry dehydrated skin, it plumps the look of your skin making it appear youthful. 

Because it doesn’t clog pores with its comedogenic rating of zero, hemp seed oil is one of the ideal moisturizers for acne prone, oily and easily irritated skin. 

Last but not least, hemp seed oil is also a powerful anti-aging oil which helps prevent and reduce fine lines and wrinkles. 

💚 Shea Butter

A natural plant butter extracted from shea nuts, shea butter is rich in Vitamin A, E and F. This makes it a god emollient for nourishing and moisturizing skin. 

Shea butter has anti-inflammatory properties that help calm red angry and irritated skin. 

It also has a comedogenic rating of zero, which means it doesn’t clog pores, making it a good ingredient for anti-acne purposes. 

Shea butter can be used to address skin issues such as dry skin, fine lines age spots, discolorations, blemishes and more. It also moisturizes oily skin without making it too greasy or blocking pores. 

The fatty acids such as stearic and oleic acids have anti-aging benefits help stimulate collagen production which improves and maintains skin elasticity. 

💚 Frankincense Essential Oil

Frankincense is the essential oil for aging skin. It strengthens skin and improves its complexion, elasticity and tone. 

It has powerful antioxidants that protect the skin from free radicals that are responsible for premature fine lines, wrinkles and dull skin.

Frankincense also has natural astringent properties that balance oil production while tightening pores and minimizing their appearance. 

💚 Geranium Essential Oil

Another great anti-aging essential oil is geranium. 

It enhances skin’s elasticity by increasing collagen production which maintain soft smooth and young looking skin. 

Geranium oil is also filled with antioxidants that stave off pro aging free radicals that cause premature fine lines and wrinkles. 

It also has cicatrizant properties that accelerate wound healing and scar fading. 

Its skin regenerating ability helps even out your skin tone by reducing age spots, blemishes and scars. 

DIY Anti-Aging Hemp Seed Oil Face Moisturizer

Ingredients

• ½ cup of unrefined shea butter (where to get it)
• ¼ cup of cold-pressed hemp seed oil (where to get it)
• ½ teaspoon of Vitamin E oil (where to get it)
• 20 drops of frankincense essential oil (where to get it)
• 10 drops of geranium essential oil (where to get it)
• Double boiler (where to get it)
• Hand mixer (where to get it)
• Glass jar for storage (where to get it)

Directions 

1. The first step is to ensure all your tools are sanitized properly. This is to kill germs so your DIY anti-aging hemp seed oil moisturizer doesn’t grow bacteria or mold. Wash everything: your blender, double boiler bowl & container, hand mixer, storage jar etc with hot soapy water. Dry them with a clean cloth then swab with rubbing alcohol and let ithem fully dry. 
2. The second step is to create a double boiler by adding a few inches of water in a large saucepan. Heat the pan on a low flame. 
3. On top of the saucepan, place a glass bowl in a way that the bowl doesn’t touch the water but simply rests on the saucepan. 
4. Add the shea butter and hemp seed oil in the glass bowl. Stir occasionally until the shea butter is melted and combined with the hemp oil. 
5. Let this mixture cool until it is room temperature. It should have a creamy semi-solid opaque texture. You can place the glass bowl in the fridge for about 30 minutes to speed the process.
6. Once it is creamy and semi-solid cream, add Vitamin E and all the essential oils. 
7. Whip the mixture using a hand mixer for a few minutes until you get a nicely combined light green cream. 
8. Transfer the cream into a glass jar. Store in a cool dry place. 
9. To use, apply a suitable amount on your clean face and neck daily. It can be used in place of your usual face cream. Use a jade roller to massage the cream deeper into your skin. 

Notes

1. Make sure to do a patch test to make sure your skin doesn’t have an adverse reaction to the cream. The inner wrist or inner elbow is a good place to do the patch test. Simply apply a pea-sized amount of the moisturizer in that area and monitor it for about 30 minutes. If you see no kind of irritation, then the coast’s clear! 
2. This DIY anti-aging hemp seed oil face moisturizer lasts about 5 months, provided you keep it away from water and other contaminants like dirt etc. Use clean fingertips to scoop up the cream. Store it in the fridge to extend its shelf life. 
3. Additionally, pregnant women, infants, and young children should avoid certain essential oils. so be sure to do your homework beforehand.
4. Certain essential oils are not safe for pregnant or nursing women as well as babies and children so be sure to do find out what essential oils are safe for you before adding them. 

Keep your skin looking youthful using this DIY anti-aging hemp seed oil face moisturizer! Share any thoughts you have in the comment section below.