DIY Microgreens Beauty Products You Can Make at Home

Have you ever heard of microgreens? Did you know you can DIY microgreens beauty products? Microgreens are tiny edible plants that are harvested when they are just a few inches tall. They are usually grown from seeds of vegetables, herbs, or flowers, such as arugula, peashoots, radishes, sunflowers, etc.

Microgreens are not only delicious and nutritious to eat, but they also have amazing benefits for your skin and hair. They are rich in antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and enzymes that can help to protect, nourish, and rejuvenate your skin and hair cells.

In this blog post, I will show you how to make some DIY microgreens beauty products that you can easily make at home with simple ingredients. These products will help you to achieve a glowing, healthy, and beautiful skin and hair using the power of nature. You will also learn how to grow your own microgreens at home with minimal space and equipment.

Why Use Microgreens for Skin and Hair Care?

Microgreens are superfoods that can boost your health and beauty in many ways. Here are some of the reasons why you should use microgreens for skin and hair care:

1.  They are natural and organic. Microgreens are grown without pesticides, chemicals, or GMOs. They are also harvested when they are young and fresh, which means they retain more nutrients and enzymes than mature plants. You can grow your own microgreens at home with minimal space and equipment, or buy them from local farmers or markets.
2. They are antioxidant-rich. Microgreens contain high levels of antioxidants, such as polyphenols, flavonoids, carotenoids, and vitamin C. These antioxidants can help to fight free radicals that cause oxidative stress and damage to your skin and hair cells. They can also help to prevent and reduce the signs of aging, such as wrinkles, sagging, and pigmentation.
3. They are anti-inflammatory. Microgreens have anti-inflammatory properties that can help to soothe and heal your skin and scalp. They can help to reduce redness, irritation, inflammation, and acne. They can also help to balance your skin’s pH and oil production, which can improve your skin’s health and appearance.
4. They are moisturizing and hydrating. Microgreens contain water and essential fatty acids that can help to hydrate and moisturize your skin and hair. They can help to prevent dryness, flakiness, and dullness. They can also help to lock in moisture and create a protective barrier on your skin and hair.
5. They are nourishing and stimulating. Microgreens provide your skin and hair with essential nutrients, such as vitamins A, B, E, K, iron, calcium, magnesium, zinc, etc. These nutrients can help to nourish and strengthen your skin and hair cells. They can also help to stimulate blood circulation and oxygen delivery to your skin and scalp, which can promote growth and regeneration.

How to Make DIY Microgreens Beauty Products at Home?

Making your own microgreens beauty products at home is easy and fun. You only need a few ingredients and tools that you probably already have in your kitchen. You can also customize your products according to your preferences and needs.

Here are some DIY microgreens beauty products that you can make at home with arugula, peashoots, radishes, and sunflowers. These microgreens are especially beneficial for skin and hair care because of their unique properties:

1. Arugula is a leafy green vegetable that has a peppery taste. It is rich in vitamin C, vitamin K, folate, iron, calcium, etc. It can help to brighten, tighten, and smooth your skin. It can also help to prevent hair loss and stimulate hair growth.
2. Peashoots are the young shoots of peas that have a sweet and crunchy taste. They are rich in vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin K, folate, iron, etc. They can help to hydrate, soften, and nourish your skin. They can also help to moisturize, condition, and repair your hair.
3. Radishes are root vegetables that have a spicy and crisp taste. They are rich in vitamin C, vitamin B6, potassium, magnesium, etc. They can help to detoxify, cleanse, and exfoliate your skin. They can also help to improve blood circulation and scalp health.
4. Sunflowers are flowering plants that have bright yellow petals and edible seeds. They are rich in vitamin E, vitamin B1, vitamin B6, selenium, copper, etc. They can help to protect, heal, and rejuvenate your skin. They can also help to add shine, volume, and strength to your hair.

DIY Microgreens Face Mask

A face mask is a great way to pamper your skin and give it a boost of nutrients and hydration. You can make your own microgreens face mask with some fresh microgreens, yogurt, honey, and lemon juice.

Ingredients:

•  1/4 cup of fresh arugula microgreens
•  1/4 cup of fresh peashoots microgreens
•  2 tablespoons of plain yogurt
•  1 tablespoon of honey
•  1 teaspoon of lemon juice

Instructions:

•  Wash and dry the microgreens and chop them finely.
•  In a small bowl, mix the yogurt, honey, and lemon juice until well combined.
•  Add the chopped microgreens and stir well.
•  Apply the mask to your clean and dry face and neck, avoiding the eye area.
•  Leave it on for 15 to 20 minutes, then rinse it off with warm water.
•  Pat your skin dry and apply your favorite moisturizer.

Benefits:

This face mask will help to hydrate, nourish, and brighten your skin. The arugula microgreens will help to tighten and smooth your skin, while the pea shoots microgreens will help to soften and nourish it. The yogurt will help to balance your skin’s pH and oil production, while the honey will help to moisturize and heal your skin. The lemon juice will help to lighten and even out your skin tone.

DIY Microgreens Hair Mask

A hair mask is a great way to nourish and repair your hair and scalp. You can make your own microgreens hair mask with some fresh microgreens, coconut oil, avocado, and apple cider vinegar.

Ingredients:

•  1/4 cup of fresh radish microgreens
•  1/4 cup of fresh sunflower microgreens
•  2 tablespoons of coconut oil
•  1/2 ripe avocado
•  1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar

Instructions:

• Wash and dry the microgreens
• Blend the microgreens and avocado in a blender until smooth.
• Melt the coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl and add it to the blender. Blend well.
• Transfer the mixture to a small bowl and stir in the apple cider vinegar.
• Apply the mask to your damp hair and scalp, covering every strand. Massage gently for a few minutes.
• Put on a shower cap or wrap your hair with a towel and leave it on for 20 to 30 minutes.
• Rinse it off with lukewarm water and shampoo as usual.

Benefits:

This hair mask will help to moisturize, repair, and detoxify your hair and scalp. The radish microgreens will help to cleanse and exfoliate your scalp, while the sunflower microgreens will help to protect and rejuvenate your hair. The coconut oil will help to condition and nourish your hair, while the avocado will help to soften and smooth your hair. The apple cider vinegar will help to balance your scalp’s pH and add shine to your hair.

DIY Microgreens Face Scrub

A face scrub is a great way to remove dead skin cells and impurities from your skin and reveal a fresh and glowing complexion. You can make your own microgreens face scrub with some fresh microgreens, sugar, olive oil, and lemon juice.

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup of fresh arugula microgreens
• 1/4 cup of fresh radish microgreens
• 1/4 cup of granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 1 teaspoon of lemon juice

Instructions:

• Wash and dry the microgreens and chop them finely.
• In a small bowl, mix the sugar, olive oil, and lemon juice until well combined.
• Add the chopped microgreens and stir well.
• Apply the scrub to your clean and damp face and neck, avoiding the eye area.
• Gently massage in circular motions for a few minutes, then rinse it off with warm water.
• Pat your skin dry and apply your favorite moisturizer.

Benefits:

This face scrub will help to exfoliate, cleanse, and brighten your skin. The arugula microgreens will help to tighten and smooth your skin, while the radish microgreens will help to detoxify and cleanse your skin. The sugar will help to slough off dead skin cells and unclog pores, while the olive oil will help to moisturize and nourish your skin. The lemon juice will help to lighten and even out your skin tone.

DIY Microgreens Hair Rinse

A hair rinse is a great way to refresh and revitalize your hair and scalp. You can make your own microgreens hair rinse with some fresh microgreens, water, and apple cider vinegar.

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup of fresh peashoots microgreens
• 1/4 cup of fresh sunflower microgreens
• 2 cups of water
• 1/4 cup of apple cider vinegar

Instructions:

• Wash and dry the microgreens and chop them finely.
• In a small pot, bring the water to a boil and add the chopped microgreens. Simmer for 10 minutes, then strain the liquid and let it cool.
• In a large jar or bottle, mix the microgreens liquid and the apple cider vinegar. Shake well.
• After shampooing and conditioning your hair, pour the hair rinse over your hair and scalp. Massage gently for a few minutes, then rinse with cold water.

Benefits:

This hair rinse will help to hydrate, nourish, and shine your hair and scalp. The peashoots microgreens will help to moisturize, soften, and nourish your hair, while the sunflower microgreens will help to protect, heal, and rejuvenate your hair. The apple cider vinegar will help to balance your scalp’s pH and add shine to your hair.

How to Grow Your Own Microgreens at Home?

If you want to have a constant supply of fresh and organic microgreens for your DIY beauty products, you can grow your own microgreens at home with minimal space and equipment. Here are some simple steps to grow your own microgreens at home:

1. Select seeds of your preferred vegetables, herbs, or flowers, available online or locally.
2. Sterilize and prepare shallow containers with drainage holes.
3. Fill containers with 2 inches of nutrient-rich organic potting soil.
4. Sow seeds densely but not crowded, pressing them lightly into the soil.
5. Water gently, ensuring the soil is moist but not soggy, and cover containers to retain moisture.
6. Place in a warm, dark spot to facilitate germination, watering daily.
7. Once sprouted, move containers to a sunny spot for at least 4 hours of sunlight daily.
8. Harvest microgreens when 2 to 4 inches tall, typically 1 to 3 weeks after sowing.
9. Prepare harvested microgreens for use in your DIY beauty products.

Conclusion

Microgreens are amazing plants that can enhance your health and beauty in many ways. You can make your own DIY microgreens beauty products at home with simple ingredients and tools. These products will help you to achieve a glowing, healthy, and beautiful skin and hair using the power of nature.

I hope you enjoyed this blog post and learned something new. If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to leave them below. I would love to hear from you.

Thank you for reading and happy DIY-ing!