DIY Beard Oil For Him (and for you!)

Last updated on March 10, 2025 by Jess Healey
Originally published on March 15, 2018

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[dropcap]I[/dropcap] am not gonna lie: my dear husband has no sense of smell. I think he compensates for it with other senses – like he’s (somehow) still repulsed by a dirty diaper or by vomit that didn’t make it to the toilet. Just because he sees it. Maybe he’s got Spidey vision or Superman’s x-ray vision to make up for his lack of smell.

Anyway, you know how husbands sometimes give us gifts that are *ahem* more for them? Well, even though my hubby can’t really smell it, I’ve made this beard oil for him — the dude who can’t smell – which means it’s more for me! I’ve always liked facial hair on my guy, even before Movember was a thing.

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[dropcap]D[/dropcap]uring my evidence-based aromatherapy studies at Vintage Remedies, it became a natural extension of my work to come up with something that my husband could use on his beard. And here’s the thing: even though he has no sense of smell, he still benefits. Know how I know? Because our oldest daughter has had headaches, viruses, and congestion totally cleared up by essential oil blends I’ve created for her. And she can’t smell a thing, either.

Hmm… I wonder if it’s hereditary…

In any case, he can still benefit from its use as the oils in this particular blend are not just fresh, clean, and ‘manly,’ but they also have very specific benefits that I’m sure any of us can appreciate. And whose hard-working hubby couldn’t use a little calm and relaxation in a bottle? Just don’t let them in on the fact that this blend can be as helpful to them as a stress-free spa day can be to us!

[/cs_text][x_blockquote cite=”” type=”center”]This beard oil smells ahhmazing. And so hubby will be using it – for me![/x_blockquote][/cs_column][/cs_row][/cs_section][cs_section parallax=”false” separator_top_type=”none” separator_top_height=”50px” separator_top_inset=”0px” separator_top_angle_point=”50″ separator_bottom_type=”none” separator_bottom_height=”50px” separator_bottom_inset=”0px” separator_bottom_angle_point=”50″ style=”margin: 0px;padding: 0px;”][cs_row inner_container=”false” marginless_columns=”false” style=”margin: 0px auto;padding: 0px;”][cs_column fade=”false” fade_animation=”in” fade_animation_offset=”45px” fade_duration=”750″ type=”1/1″ style=”padding: 0px;”][x_custom_headline level=”h2″ looks_like=”h3″ accent=”false” style=”color: hsl(180, 100%, 25%);”]My supplies[/x_custom_headline][x_accordion][x_accordion_item title=”Camellia seed (Camellia sinensis) oil” open=”true”]

Camellia seed oil is high in antioxidants, nourishes mature skin, is easily absorbed, and revitalizes skin and hair, with a smooth non-greasy finish.

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I selected jojoba oil for this recipe, as it’s a wonderfully nourishing carrier oil. You can use any liquid carrier oil (learn more about carrier oils in this detailed post).

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Australian sandalwood can help reduce scarring and blemishes, is soothing and calming to the mind, especially useful for meditation as well.

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Cedarwood Virginian essential oil may ward off infections as well as coughs and congestion, conditions dry or flaky skin, and can help to calm stress or anxious feelings.

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Bergamot essential oil raises spirits and can address oily skin (look for an oil that’s bergaptine-free to ensure it’s not phototoxic and is therefore safe for use during sun exposure).

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Many essential oils can react with plastics, so it’s important to make sure any plastic bottle you use is labeled HDPE or #1 (PETE) or #2. Since Bergamot is a citrus oil (which makes it more likely to interact with plastic) I went with an HDPE plastic bottle.

Grab a lovely 4 oz plastic pump bottle in the Pronounce Skincare Herbal Boutique!

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DIY Beard Balm for Him – and for You! (3OZ)

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Supplies/Ingredients

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1.5 oz camellia seed oil
1.5 oz jojoba oil
12 drops Australian sandalwood essential oil
15 drops Cedarwood Virginian essential oil
18 drops Bergamot essential oil

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Fill your bottle with camellia seed oil.
Add the essential oils.
Now fill your bottle with jojoba oil.
Shake well before each use.
Take about half a dime-sized amount of beard balm, rub between the palms of your hands, and massage into your beard.
Take a deep breath and ahhhhhh!

[/cs_text][x_custom_headline level=”h2″ looks_like=”h6″ accent=”false” style=”color: hsl(180, 100%, 25%);”]Cautions[/x_custom_headline][cs_text]Australian sandalwood essential oil should be avoided by those taking tricyclic antidepressants, antipsychotic medications, certain antihistamines, and SSRIs due to potential interactions. Because Bergamot essential oil is phototoxic, if yours is not bergaptine-free, then use no more than 11 total drops to avoid phototoxicity.

Yields approx 3 oz in a roughly 1.7% dilution rate. The recommended dilution ratio for safe use of essential oils on the skin is 2%, so you could still add about six more drops of an essential oil of your choosing (I’d try adding some patchouli next time!) and still stay within safe guidelines.[/cs_text][/cs_column][/cs_row][/cs_section][cs_section parallax=”false” separator_top_type=”none” separator_top_height=”50px” separator_top_inset=”0px” separator_top_angle_point=”50″ separator_bottom_type=”none” separator_bottom_height=”50px” separator_bottom_inset=”0px” separator_bottom_angle_point=”50″ style=”margin: 0px;padding: 0px;”][cs_row inner_container=”false” marginless_columns=”false” style=”margin: 0px auto;padding: 0px;”][cs_column fade=”false” fade_animation=”in” fade_animation_offset=”45px” fade_duration=”750″ type=”2/3″ style=”padding: 0px;”][x_custom_headline level=”h2″ looks_like=”h6″ accent=”false” style=”color: hsl(110, 32%, 62%);”]Not feeling particularly DIYish?[/x_custom_headline][cs_text]Simply not enough hours in the day? Pinning more than you could ever tackle these days? No worries. I have got you covered.

Please, head on over to my Pronounce Skincare Shop where I sell a pretty fantabulous Beard Balm.

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