Happy Galentine’s Day! 15 DIY Beauty Gifts for Your Besties
It doesn’t matter whether you’ve got a date this Valentine’s Day or are simply planning to spend it with your gal pals eating pizza, drinking wine and watching horribly cheesy romance movies. However you chose to celebrate the day, we’re willing to bet that you’ll want to hand out presents to your favorite ladies. Instead of going out and spending a small fortune on lipsticks and beauty baskets, why not DIY? We’ve found 15 easy, pretty-in-pink projects that’ll really up your V-Day gift game this year. From body butter to lipgloss to bath bombs, these gifts are sure to make your besties look and feel fabulous. Let’s get making, shall we?
1. Rose Water Toner: Stir up a batch of this rosy, fresh-smelling toner and package it in a pretty bottle. Don’t forget to wrap it in a bit of twine or a pretty bright bow for that finishing touch. (via The Skin Care Reviews)
2. Sneaky Lip Plumper: Did you know you can make a gorgeous plumping stain with ingredients in your pantry? Kool-Aid and cayenne are the culprits behind this amazing creation. (via Brit + Co)
3. Valentine Heart Bath Bombs: Show your girl some love with these heart-shaped bath bombs. They will make her bubble bath “me” time sooo much better. (via Crazy About My Baybah)
4. Tinted Lip Gloss Locket: You know that friend who’s always losing her lipstick and ends up with four half-used sticks floating around in her bag? This is the ultimate gift for her (and a great way to use up all those lipstick nubbins). (via Beautylish)
5. Bath Salts: Help your fave lady unwind after a long, cold day with these customizable bath salts. They’ll transform her bathroom into a relaxing and oh-so-cozy spa. (via Shrimp Salad Circus)
6. Sugar Lip Scrubs: It’s incredibly easy to make a batch of these basic scrubs using what you have lying around in your kitchen. Mix and match scents to make each gift unique to the person receiving it. (via Brit + Co)
7. Winter Weather Beeswax Lipgloss: This holiday-friendly recipe has plenty of moisturizing components that will protect lips from chapping in the cold winter air. (via Delia Creates)
8. Grapefruit Body Butter: This grapefruit- and almond-scented body butter is the perfect pampering gift for your bestie. She’ll love the light and smooth feel of moisture-rich shea butter, coconut oil and tangy, fresh citrus. (via The Daily Squeeze)
9. Lemon Butter Lip Balm: Don’t throw out those leftover Altoids tins! Save them to use as convenient containers for this bright, citrusy balm. (via Bespangled Jewelry)
10. Homemade Face Scrub For Every Skin Type: Whether your gal pals slather on moisturizer or avoids it like the plague because of their skin type, we’ve got a scrub recipe for each and every one of them. All of these colorful scrubs are super easy to whip up in an afternoon. (via Brit + Co)
11. Blushing Pink: Even if your friend swears by her ice-water routine for rosy cheeks, it will be pretty hard for her to resist this airy, all-natural and organic powder. (via A Blossoming Life)
12. Red Hot Lip Gloss: A little sweet, a little spicy and plenty of lip plumping action make this our gloss of choice for date night. (via Hello Natural)
13. Bath and Massage Oil: Lavender, rose, lime, bergamot and ylang ylang oil create a spicy, floral bouquet-inspired oil that will relax and rejuvenate. It can be sprinkled into a warm bath or rubbed on dry, cracked skin. Either way it will definitely banish those wintertime blues. (via Design*Sponge)
14. Homemade Coconut Lip Balm: This little container is packed with moisturizing ingredients ideal for creating kissably soft lips. Plus, those rose petals add quite the romantic V-Day touch. (via My Baking Addiction)
15. Rose Petal Bath Bombs: Speaking of roses, these bath bombs are the perfect treat for a luxurious solo soak that will leave your BFF relaxed and smelling fantastic. (via HGTV Gardens)
Which of these DIYs are your favorite? Are there any beauty gifts you like to make for your friends around Valentine’s Day? Let us know below or share your creations with the #britsagram.
