Making a homemade makeup kit is a fun and natural way to create your own beauty products using safe and skin-friendly ingredients. Here’s a step-by-step guide to making a complete DIY makeup kit with foundation, blush, eyeshadow, lip balm, and mascara.

Ingredients & Supplies

You’ll need the following natural ingredients:

• Foundation:
  • Arrowroot powder (for the base)
  • Cocoa powder (to adjust color)
  • Cinnamon (for warmth)
  • Bentonite clay (for oil absorption)
• Blush:
  • Beetroot powder (for pink/red tones)
  • Hibiscus powder (for deep rosy hues)
  • Arrowroot powder (to lighten)
• Eyeshadow:
  • Cocoa powder (brown)
  • Activated charcoal (black/grey)
  • Nutmeg or cinnamon (warm tones)
  • Mica powder (for shimmer)
• Lip Balm & Tint:
  • Beeswax (for consistency)
  • Coconut oil (moisturizing)
  • Beetroot powder or cocoa powder (for color)
  • Essential oils (optional for scent)
• Mascara:
  • Activated charcoal (for color)
  • Aloe vera gel (for smooth application)
  • Coconut oil (moisturizing)
  • Beeswax (for thickness)
• Containers:
  • Small tins or jars for storage
  • Empty mascara tubes and lip balm containers
  • Brushes and mixing spoons

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. DIY Foundation Powder

1. In a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp arrowroot powder as the base.
2. Slowly add cocoa powder until you reach your desired skin tone.
3. Add a pinch of cinnamon for warmth and bentonite clay to absorb oil.
4. Store in a small container and apply with a brush.

✅ For liquid foundation: Mix the powder with aloe vera gel or jojoba oil.

2. DIY Blush

1. In a bowl, mix 1 tbsp arrowroot powder as a base.
2. Add beetroot powder or hibiscus powder until you get the desired shade.
3. Blend well and store in a small jar.

3. DIY Eyeshadow

1. For brown: Mix cocoa powder with a little arrowroot powder.
2. For black: Use activated charcoal.
3. For warm tones: Use nutmeg or cinnamon.
4. For shimmer: Add mica powder.
5. Store in small jars and apply with an eyeshadow brush.

4. DIY Lip Balm & Tint

1. Melt 1 tbsp beeswax with 1 tbsp coconut oil in a double boiler.
2. Stir in beetroot powder or cocoa powder for color.
3. Add a few drops of essential oil for fragrance.
4. Pour into lip balm tubes and let it harden.

5. DIY Mascara

1. Melt 1/2 tsp beeswax and 1/2 tsp coconut oil.
2. Stir in 1 tsp activated charcoal and 1 tsp aloe vera gel.
3. Mix until smooth and pour into a clean mascara tube.
4. Use a mascara brush to apply.

Assembling Your Homemade Makeup Kit

1. Store each product in labeled containers.
2. Keep your makeup kit in a cool, dry place.
3. Use clean brushes or applicators for hygiene.

Final Tips

• Always do a patch test before applying to your face.
• Adjust ingredient quantities to match your skin tone.
• Use organic and natural ingredients for the best results.