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DIY Natural Jelly for Soft Feet: Unlock Softness with Only 2 Ingredients

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Jinane Doughan is a professional make-up artist with a degree from the French Fashion Institute ESMOD Dubai. She specialized in natural handmade skincare and haircare products.
She shares her expertise on her YouTube channel, Jinane World, with 700+ educational videos and 135K+ subscribers.
She is an accredited Master Trainer and gives workshops at a reputed academy that has 16 branches worldwide. She offers in-depth video courses about natural skincare and haircare.

Disclaimer

This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice. Use any natural skincare or haircare products at your own risk and perform a patch test before use.

Introducing our DIY Natural Jelly for Soft Feet. If you’re looking for an effective and affordable solution to care for your dry, cracked heels and achieve irresistibly soft feet, then this is the article for you. Say goodbye to expensive foot care products and hello to a simple homemade remedy that will leave your feet feeling rejuvenated.

With just two readily available ingredients, you can create a nourishing and moisturizing jelly that will transform your feet. Let’s dive into the easy step-by-step process and discover the power of this DIY natural jelly for soft feet.

Ingredients Needed

  • Beeswax that is shredded
  • Olive oil
  • Essential oil – Optional
  • Vitamin E – Optional

Choose high-quality ingredients to boost the effectiveness and safety of your DIY beauty products. Also, where an essential oil is included in my recipes, I utilize either of two types of essential oils: pure if added in drops, or diluted if mixed in grams—For diluted essential oil, mix 1 gram (0.035 oz) of pure essential oil with 100 grams (3.5 oz) of sweet almond oil or jojoba oil.

Tools Needed

  • Glass beaker
  • Tablespoons
  • Jar or container to store the jelly

Prior to use, ensure that both your utensils and containers are properly cleaned and disinfected. Wash them with warm soapy water, dry with a tissue, and then sanitize by spraying with 70% medical alcohol. Wipe them clean and let them air dry before use.

Steps: DIY Natural Jelly for Soft Feet

To make the DIY Natural Jelly for Soft Feet, please ensure that you adhere exactly to the quantities of the ingredients indicated below. Otherwise, if you add more of the beeswax, the jelly will end up too thick. If you add less, it will become too liquid.

1- Put 2 tablespoons of shredded beeswax in a beaker.

DIY natural jelly for soft feet. Put shredded beeswax in a beaker
Put shredded beeswax in a beaker

2- Add 6 tablespoons of olive oil.

DIY natural jelly for soft feet. Add olive oil
Add olive oil

3- These are the 2 ingredients in the beaker.

DIY natural jelly for soft feet. These are the contents
These are the contents

4- Now, we will melt the contents in a hot water bath (bain-marie). A bain-marie is done by placing the beaker in a larger pot of hot steaming water. This will gradually melt whatever is inside the beaker without causing it to burn. As the contents of the beaker melt, make sure to mix every now and then.

In the image below, you can see the beaker sitting in a pot. The pot is on the stove and has hot steaming water.

DIY natural jelly for soft feet. Melting the contents in a bain-marie
Melting the contents in a bain-marie

5- After the ingredients have melted, remove the beaker from the bain-marie.

DIY natural jelly for soft feet. The ingredients are now melted
The ingredients are now melted

6- Let the contents cool off a bit till the vapor dissipates, before moving on to the next step.

7- Add about 3 drops of your preferred essential oil for fragrance. This is an optional step.

DIY natural jelly for soft feet. Add essential oil
Add essential oil – Optional

Note: If we don’t add any color, our jelly will end up yellowish, because of the color of the 2 ingredients. At this stage, you can add mica color powder to make the jelly in a different color. So, as an option, choose a mica color to your liking and add a little: just the tip of a wooden popsicle.

8- Squeeze the contents of a vitamin E capsule into the mix. This is optional.

9- Mix the ingredients.

10- Pour the mix into a container for cooling and storage.

DIY natural jelly for soft feet. Pour the mix in a container
Pour the mix in a container
DIY natural jelly for soft feet. Now, we let the mix cool and solidify
Now, we let the mix cool and solidify

11- This is our final jelly!

How To Use: DIY Natural Jelly for Soft Feet

To make the most of your DIY Natural Jelly for Soft Feet, follow these steps for application:

  1. Cleanse your feet: Start by washing your feet with warm water and a mild soap. Gently pat them dry with a towel.
  2. Scoop a small amount: Take a small amount of the prepared DIY natural jelly with your fingertips or a clean spoon. Remember, a little goes a long way.
  3. Massage into the skin: Rub the jelly onto your heels and any other areas of your feet that need attention. Use circular motions and apply gentle pressure to ensure the jelly is absorbed into the skin.
  4. Focus on problem areas: Pay extra attention to dry, cracked heels or any rough patches on your feet. Massage the jelly into these areas to provide intensive moisturization and nourishment.
  5. Leave it on: Once applied, leave the jelly on your feet to allow it to deeply penetrate and work its magic. You can choose to wear a pair of clean cotton socks to enhance absorption and prevent the jelly from transferring onto surfaces.
  6. Overnight treatment: For maximum benefits, consider applying the jelly before going to bed and leaving it on overnight. This allows ample time for the ingredients to work and for your feet to fully absorb the moisture.
  7. Daytime use: If you prefer to use the jelly during the day, ensure you have enough time to let it absorb before putting on socks or shoes. It’s best to give it at least 30 minutes to fully soak into your skin.

Remember to use the DIY natural jelly consistently for best results. Regular application, combined with proper foot care practices, will help keep your feet soft, moisturized, and free from dryness or discomfort. Enjoy the pampering experience and the delight of having beautifully nourished feet!

DIY natural jelly for soft feet. I prepared this jelly with color
I prepared this jelly with color

Benefits: DIY Natural Jelly for Soft Feet

Using the DIY Natural Jelly for Soft Feet offers a range of benefits that will leave your feet feeling rejuvenated and pampered. Here are some key advantages of incorporating this homemade remedy into your foot care routine:

  1. Deep Moisturization: The combination of beeswax and olive oil in the DIY natural jelly provides intense hydration to dry, cracked heels and rough skin on your feet. It helps to replenish lost moisture and lock in hydration, leaving your feet soft, supple, and nourished.
  2. Skin Repair and Healing: Beeswax, known for its emollient properties, helps to promote skin repair and healing. It forms a protective barrier on the skin, shielding it from external factors and allowing the natural healing process to take place. This is especially beneficial for soothing and healing cracked heels.
  3. Nourishment and Vitality: The addition of essential oil and vitamin E enriches the DIY natural jelly with additional nourishing benefits. Essential oils offer aromatherapy benefits and can provide a soothing, refreshing, or invigorating sensation to your feet. Vitamin E is a potent antioxidant that helps to protect your skin from free radicals and maintain its health and vitality.
  4. Cost-Effective Solution: Creating your own natural jelly at home is a cost-effective alternative to purchasing commercial foot care products. With just a few ingredients, you can make a batch of the DIY jelly that will last for a long time, saving you money in the long run.
  5. Customizable and Personalized: One of the great advantages of making your own natural jelly is the ability to customize it according to your preferences. You can choose different essential oils to create a scent that you love, tailor the consistency to your liking, and adjust the proportions of ingredients based on your specific foot care needs.
  6. Relaxation and Self-Care: Incorporating the application of the DIY natural jelly into your foot care routine provides an opportunity for self-care and relaxation. The process of massaging the jelly onto your feet can be soothing and therapeutic, promoting a sense of calm and well-being.

By using the DIY Natural Jelly for Soft Feet regularly, you can enjoy the benefits of softer, smoother, and healthier feet while indulging in a natural and personalized foot care experience.

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The steps for how to make DIY Natural Jelly for Soft Feet are demonstrated in this video.


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