To make acne pads, you'll need to combine specific ingredients and soak cotton rounds in the mixture. Here's a simple recipe:
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon Dr. Bronner's organic castile liquid soap
- 4 to 5 drops tea tree oil
- 2 tablespoons witch hazel
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 1 cup distilled water
- Cotton rounds
Equipment:
- Small, round container (or similar) to store the pads
Instructions:
- Combine Ingredients: In a clean bowl or container, mix the distilled water, witch hazel, white vinegar, castile soap, and tea tree oil. Stir well to ensure all ingredients are properly combined.
- Soak Cotton Rounds: Place the cotton rounds in your storage container.
- Pour Mixture: Pour the liquid mixture over the cotton rounds, ensuring they are thoroughly soaked but not swimming in liquid. You may need to press down slightly to ensure even distribution.
- Storage: Seal the container tightly.
- Usage: Use one pad to gently wipe your face, avoiding the eye area. Use once or twice daily, depending on your skin's sensitivity.
Important Considerations:
- Patch Test: Before using these pads on your entire face, test a small area to ensure you don't have an adverse reaction to any of the ingredients.
- Tea Tree Oil: Tea tree oil can be irritating to some people, so start with a smaller amount and increase as tolerated.
- Castile Soap: Be sure to use liquid castile soap, not a bar soap.
- Distilled Water: Using distilled water helps prevent the introduction of contaminants and can extend the shelf life of the pads.
- Adjustments: You can adjust the strength of the pads by altering the amount of witch hazel or distilled water.
- Shelf Life: These homemade pads typically last for a couple of weeks when stored properly. Keep them in a cool, dark place.
