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Step 1
Search the Internet, natural food and herbal stores and bookstores for recipes and ideas.
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Step 2
Print the recipes and keep them together so that you can find them when you are ready to create your products.
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Step 3
Stock up on inexpensive tools and containers to mix up your homemade beauty recipes. To create a true spa experience, secure upscale or interesting bottles, jars and containers.
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Step 4
Analyze your skin type, then focus on creating homemade beauty recipes that best match your skin's health and beauty needs. Look for homemade beauty recipes to fight acne, get green tones out of blond hair, lighten under-eye circles and treat other problem areas.
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Step 5
Start with simple projects made from items you already have on hand or can obtain easily. Many homemade beauty recipes include yogurt, honey or other food items that can be purchased at the supermarket.
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Step 6
Gather the materials you will need to mix up some basic recipes.
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Step 7
Learn the properties of various herbs, oils, and food products. Experiment with different items to create your own individualized recipes. Pick your favorite scented oil and use it in a variety of recipes for a signature scent.
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Step 8
Look for natural oils and herbs at online retailers and health food stores. Better yet, consider growing your own herbs that can be used in your homemade beauty recipes so that you will have a cheaper and steady supply of ingredients.
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Step 9
Use your homemade beauty recipes to make personalized inexpensive gifts. Find classy yet inexpensive containers you don't mind giving away. Make labels on your computer and apply to the containers. Add a tag that explains what the item is used for and lists ingredients.
