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After-Sun Aloe Vera Gel with Sea Buckthorn Seed Oil

Lightweight Gel – For Cooling, Calming, and Restoring Post-Sun Skin
Light, cooling, and ultra-soothing, this after-sun gel is your skin’s best friend after long days in the sun, wind, or dry air. Featuring pure aloe vera gel, sea buckthorn seed oil, and calming essential oils, it helps reduce redness, hydrate deeply, and support skin repair. With its refreshing feel and natural healing properties, it’s a must-have for summer skincare—or anytime your skin needs a gentle reset.
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Yield: 120 ml

Equipment

  • 1 mixing bowl
  • 1 Whisk
  • 1 spatula
  • 1 jar with lid or bottle with pump top

Materials

  • 1/2 cup pure aloe vera gel
  • 2 tsp sea buckthorn seed oil
  • 1/2 tsp jojoba oil
  • 1 tsp vitamin E oil
  • 5 drops lavender essential oil
  • 3 drops peppermint essential oil (reduce to 2 drops for sensitive skin)

Instructions

  • Whisk all ingredients in a bowl until completely smooth.
  • Transfer to a open mouth or pump jar.
  • Store refrigerated for up to 6 months. Use liberally on sun-exposed skin.

Notes

✏️ Additional Notes

  • Oil Choice: Sea buckthorn seed oil is rich in omega fatty acids and vitamin E, making it especially well-suited for calming inflammation, supporting skin repair, and restoring moisture balance—without feeling greasy. Its light texture and golden hue blend seamlessly into gels and serums, leaving skin soft and nourished.
  • Cooling Boost: Store the gel in the refrigerator for an extra-refreshing feel on hot or irritated skin.
  • Custom Scent Options:
    • Uplifting: grapefruit + spearmint
    • Ultra-calming: chamomile + lavender
    • For inflamed skin: tea tree + calendula
  • Preservation Tip: When using fresh aloe gel with no preservatives, store it in the fridge and use within 3 months.
  • Application Tip: Apply generously after sun exposure, waxing, or heat rash. Avoid eyes and broken skin.