Make Your Own Self-Care Spoils

Making your own self-care spoils isn’t just a budget-friendly alternative to store-bought options - it’s a soulful practice of slowing down, tuning in, and treating yourself to clean, conscious beauty.

Whether you're looking to create a soothing bath ritual, nourish dry skin, or set the mood with natural scents, soy wax, carrier oils, and essential oils form the holy trinity of DIY wellness. Here’s how to turn your home into a mini apothecary of goodness…

Soy Wax Candles for Mood Magic

A softly flickering candle can shift a space from stressed to serene in seconds. Soy wax is a natural, clean-burning alternative to paraffin, made from soybeans and biodegradable. It melts slowly, holds scent beautifully, and is easy to work with.

What you’ll need:

• Soy wax flakes
• Cotton wicks
• Heatproof jars or small ceramic bowls
• Your favourite essential oils (like lavender for calm, bergamot to uplift, or cedarwood for grounding)
• Wooden skewer or chopstick to hold the wick in place

How to make:

1. Melt soy wax in a double boiler or microwave-safe container.
2. Once melted, add 20 - 30 drops of essential oil per candle (you can blend for a signature scent).
3. Pour into jars with the wick centred.
4. Let cool and set for 24 hours. Trim wick and light it up!

Nourishing Body Oils for Skin Love

Skip the synthetic-laden lotions and make a silky, deeply nourishing body oil with pure carrier oils and essential oils. These blends can be used after showers, in baths, or even as massage oils.

Top carrier oils to try:

• Sweet almond oil: Rich in vitamin E, lightweight, and great for sensitive skin.
• Jojoba oil: Balances oil production and mimics the skin’s natural sebum.
• Grapeseed oil: High in antioxidants and absorbs quickly.

Suggested blend for hydration:

• 100 ml sweet almond oil
• 10 drops frankincense (anti-ageing + calming)
• 8 drops lavender (soothing)
• 5 drops geranium (balancing)

How to make: 

Mix all the ingredients in a glass dropper bottle. Shake gently before use. Massage into damp skin after bathing for best absorption.

Luxe Bath Melts for Soothing Soaks

Transform your tub into a spa with bath melts that slowly dissolve in warm water, releasing skin-softening oils and heavenly scents. These little cubes are especially wonderful for dry or winter-worn skin.

You’ll need:

• ½ cup soy wax
• ½ cup shea butter or cocoa butter
• ¼ cup carrier oil (e.g. jojoba or almond)
• 15 - 20 drops of essential oils (try eucalyptus + peppermint for congestion, or chamomile + vanilla for relaxation)
• Silicone moulds or an ice cube tray

How to make:

1. Melt the wax and butter together in a double boiler.
2. Stir in the carrier oil and essential oils.
3. Pour into moulds and let set in the fridge.
4. Store in a jar in a cool place and use one per bath.

Aromatherapy Roller for On-the-Go Calm

Create a pocket-sized self-care ritual you can roll on your wrists, temples, or neck whenever you need a moment of calm, clarity, or confidence.

Basic recipe:

• 10 ml jojoba oil
• 5 drops lavender
• 3 drops bergamot
• 2 drops clary sage
• Small glass roller bottle

Mix and shake before each use. Breathe in deeply and repeat your favourite mantra.

Remember that making your own self-care spoils is less about perfection and more about pleasure. Use what you have, experiment with combinations, and enjoy the creative process. With a few natural ingredients, some essential oils, and a little intention, you can turn everyday moments into meaningful rituals - crafted by you, for you.

So light that handmade candle, roll on your blend, and sink into a bath that smells like heaven. You deserve it.

Did You Know?

You can get all your DIY self-care essentials from Wellness Warehouse! Simply peruse our beauty aisle or category online to stock up on your soy wax, carrier oils, essential oils, and more.