Learn how to make an oil-based DIY vitamin C face serum for glowing skin. This simple homemade skincare recipe is an easy-to-make, more stable alternative to water-based vitamin C serums (which often have short shelf lives). No preservative or refrigeration needed! It’s no secret that Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is essential for skin health. While …
Low PUFA Skincare
In the section below, you will find posts on low-PUFA skincare.
This includes store bought product recommendations, tips, and homemade skincare recipes using only oils low in PUFAs.
Further reading: How Polyunsaturated Oils are Aging Your Skin
What is low-PUFA skincare?
Put simply, low-PUFA skincare refers to products that are low in polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs).
PUFAs include omega-3 fatty acids such as linolenic acid and omega-6 fatty acids such as linoleic acid.
The idea of low PUFA skincare is based on Dr. Ray Peat’s research on PUFAs, inflammation, and aging.
Why use skincare products low in PUFA?
Polyunsaturated fatty acids have an unstable molecular structure, making them easily damaged by light, heat and oxygen.
Damaged PUFAs generate free radicals, setting off a cascade of lipid peroxidation that goes on to damage other, previously healthy lipids.
In other words, oxidized PUFAs can damage the lipids in our skin.
Which skin oils are low PUFA?
Low-PUFA skincare oils include:
- Squalane oil
- MCT Oil (Capric/Caprylic Triglycerides)
- Fractionated coconut oil
- Jojoba oil
- Marula oil
- Olive oil
As well as solid fats and butters such as:
- Beef tallow
- Cocoa butter
- Coconut oil
- Shea butter
- Lanolin
This DIY cleansing oil is inexpensive, easy to make, and rinses clean like fancy store-bought oil cleansers – at a fraction of the price! Learn how to make a simple emulsifying cleansing oil that washes off with just water. Ever since I created this easy cleansing oil recipe, I have never had to buy another …
This Himalayan salt scrub is gently exfoliating yet incredibly nourishing for dry skin. Instead of indulging in that expensive salt glow spa treatment, get softer, smoother, more glowing skin at home with this natural pink salt scrub recipe. If you’re looking for a simple pink salt scrub recipe made with natural, easily accessible ingredients, then …
This decadent pumpkin spice body butter recipe is whipped to fluffy perfection. Scented with a realistic pumpkin pie essential oil blend, it’s the perfect addition to your natural fall skincare routine. This homemade body butter’s silky, whipped texture easily melts into skin, while its aromatic fragrance is a treat for your senses! Read on to …
Learn how to make DIY tanning oil for a natural, sun-kissed glow fast! Skip the baby oil or chemical-laden bronzing lotions filled with ingredients that can further damage your skin. This all natural tanning oil recipe contains low-PUFA carrier oils, sun-protective antioxidants, and a tanning accelerator to help you achieve a healthy, glowing tan in …
Finding the best non-toxic sunscreen can be overwhelming. That’s why I rounded up the best natural, clean, and safe sunscreens for face and body that are also low-PUFA or PUFA free. Read on for the guide + get tips for how to choose the best clean sunscreen. Plus, learn more about the benefits of using …
If you’re looking for non-toxic ways to remove your makeup, this collection of the best DIY makeup removers includes recipes formulated for a variety of skin types and concerns. Find the best homemade makeup remover recipes for dry skin, aging or mature skin, combination skin, sensitive and acne prone skin. Over the years, we have …
Want to grow longer, thicker hair – fast? While there’s no overnight solution for fast hair growth and improved thickness, this homemade hair growth oil can speed up the process. Infused with herbs and essential oils, this natural hair growth oil recipe was born out of years of experimenting with the best ways to grow …
Learn how to make natural DIY eyebrow growth serum to grow thicker, fuller brows naturally. This easy homemade recipe is formulated with the best oils for brow growth, and infused with green tea for even more growth-boosting effects. Also includes a recipe for brow serum without castor oil. I’ve had my fair share of brow …
Learn how to make DIY eyelash growth serum to grow longer, thicker, more luscious lashes – naturally. This homemade lash serum really works, and it’s the result of testing various natural lash growth tips over the years. Not just for lengthening eyelashes, it also works for brow growth too. I’ve been using castor oil on …
Learn how to make lemon body butter for glowing skin! Aside from plain lemon body cream, this easy tutorial also includes 5 DIY body butter recipes that smell like lemon desserts, including lemon sugar cookie, lemon meringue, and lemon pound cake. I love bath and body products that smell like dessert, but I don’t love …
This soothing lip balm recipe is crafted with calendula-infused oil to help heal and nourish dry lips, plus gently soothe mild irritation. Read on to learn how to make a DIY calendula lip balm to help heal, protect and soothe irritated lips. Sometimes our lips need more intensive care than usual. If your lips are dry, …