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I've tried with both almonds and charcoal, the almonds are so much better. The charcoal easily runs, for some reason, the burnt almonds don't. At least that's how it worked for me. 😊
A quick tip, too, for those who don't have a green thumb, is finding a store that sells aloe vera stems individually. I have done this quite cheaply at Asian or Latin stores here in the U.S.
Omg I was thinking of trying to make mascara using these same ingredients! Now I know I can! Aloe grows wild where I live, and I can get bulk coconut oil and charcoal at the health food store, where I can reuse my glass containers.
Sometimes our store in town carries very large aloe branches in the veggie section. Mine is growing too slowly to harvest just yet, so i'm considering getting one.
How does this mascara hold up on your lashes? Does it smudge? Also is the charcoal fine? Because I made some activated charcoal myself with almonds and the mascara didn't turn out fine enough. Another thing: How do you store your mascara wand? great video btw! ;)
Please don't think I'm giving you a hard time, but the coconut oil isn't a good idea. You really have to be so very careful with oil of any kind around the eye. Over time small amounts can actually get behind the eye and cause problems. It wasn't that long ago that Johnson & Johnson faced a class action law suit for recommending in their baby oil commercials that the oil could be use for removing makeup. A few short years later the law suit was filed after many woman had had to undergo surgery on their eyes to flush out the oil from behind the eye ball. This is not a surgery anyone would want to undergo - it has to be performed while the patient is conscious.. it gives me shivers just thinking about it. It's also very costly, hence the law suit. I know tons of woman remove their makeup with coconut oil and other oils. Yes, it's zero waste, but as someone struggling with other eye problems, I can attest to how important our eyesight is. Believe me it's no fun trying to measure out ingredients to make your zero waste healthier products when you're struggling to see. Eye makeup and remover is the one thing where you have to be most careful. Screwing up a zero waste hand lotion? No biggie.. but getting oil in the eyes... you really don't want to go there. Actually, I think the recipe would just be best without the coconut oil. The point of mascara is that it dry and be a bit "cakey". I suspect that keeping it simple is just best. Aloe and activated charcoal. I love the idea of making it with the almonds as in your last video. Also, I'm dying to know why you make such a big batch - do you go thru it that fast? Your efforts really get an A++ - - it's obvious how hard you're trying to be completely zero waste. But don't be so hard on yourself - no one can be perfect all the time, and I think Bea Johnson said it in her book too. Thanks for sharing! Hope this helps. Cheers.
I agree with you. Just put castor oil and organic extra virgin olive oil, charcoal, and the aloe Vera gel. In a cobalt blue glass 2oz jar. Save the wand from your favorite mascara and voila. I don't know there is something malignant about coconut oil. It causes acne (acne prone skin people). Its bad. But all the other oils are not. Castor oil is used in my restasis drops.
I can't find anything about oil affecting eye health either and no info about a class action about baby oil, and there's certainly no coconut oil in J&J baby oil - it's petroleum based.
@Mony's cell I am so grateful for your reply 👍 because I was about to make that mistake and after my father losing his sight to diabetes I don't take my sight for granted. So aloe vera and charcoal it is. Because every mascara I bought has irritated and caused bumps around my eyes. I want to wear make up
Just found you channel! I've experienced that my lashes has gotten thinner and thinner after using waterproof mascara for a loooong time and was looking for somethgin natural. This is exactly what I needed! Thank you 💖 AND aslo, you have a new subscriber 😇
I just realized, that you really remind me of Rose from Dr. Who! I have been binge-watching the show.... x'D Loved your video, as always! Where did you get that necklace? It looks so lovely on you
Ok, going out on a limb here. My old mascaras are finally done. I threw them out. I was using a brand that used recicled plastic for the packaging and was cruelty free, but now... I want a cleaner, friendlier option and that got me thinking about the whole concept of putting a black thing (powder, gel, anything) in my eyes and being ok with it. I know this has been done for centuries but I also know some of it can enter your eyes... Anyways, I'm not ready to give up on the look of Fuller lashes just yet so I was thinking, wouldn't it be better to get a pair of magnetic lashes (I know they're plastic, bear with me) that you take care of and use over and over again. No glue no black goo, just in and out for the look. (Kinda like contacts except I need those to be able to see hahaha) so, what do you all think?
I'd love to add a little bit of beeswax in there for it to harden like a solid mascara but oily enough to scrape with a spoolie brush. Adding a bit of beeswax can help harden it and add staying power on your lashes.
I am generally cautious about adding wax to eye products, just because I've heard horror stories about it gathering in the back of the eye and has to be removed with surgery. I don't know how great the risk is though
Love your videos and seen a bunch of them. But I have to confess this was the first time I realized your alias is Gittemary and not GLITTERmary as I read it before. Anyways you still sparkle!
I wonder if you added a wax to this instead of the oil it would make it waterproof?? I work in a hospital so need a long lasting mascara that doesn't smudge
Every tube of Aloe Vera Gel I see has the mention "keep away from the eyes", even the 100%. How do you know it's safe to extract it yourself? Is there any alternative?
Can you post the recipe on your blog or something? I don't understand everthing quite well. Mabye when it's written down, I do. Love watching your video's btw !! :)
Yesss awesome! I only found your other mascara video the other week so it was cool to have a followup improved recipe so soon after seeing the first. :) How long did it take to grow your aloe vera?
It is super super difficult to guide people in other countries when it comes to bulk, because it varies A LOT. My suggestion would be to find sustainable/ eco health and beauty shops, they will often have options, or at least know if there are any in the area.
I tried to do it, but the gel don't mix with the oil. The pigment is only in the aloe and does not paint black, and it never dries! I will use it on my hair to not waste it. But I am very sad. :'(((
What do you mean towards the end where you say to keep it dry? Isn't it a gel consistency? (Or do you mean store it in a dry area?) Also, how long do you think this will keep, since it makes a large quantity?
Such an inspiration, thanks! I have a question though, I made the mascara with your mentioned ingredients, and it tends to smudge above my eyelids and under my eyes pretty fast ... Is there something I could add to make the mascara stick more?
Hi! I’m definitely going to make this! How long does this mascara last before it does bad as I’d imagine fresh gel from aloe vera leaves won’t last very long? Thanks in advance!
Hi Gittemary!! I tried your mascara recipe (I switched the charcoal for burnt almonds). Sadly, whenever a tiny bit falls into my eye, it starts stinging so bad I need to take the mascara off. Is there a way to prevent this?
Try using beeswax. If your allergic try candelilla wax. Or carnauba wax. Candelilla wax is harder then beeswax but vegan since it comes from a plant. But so beneficial and shines more.
Aloe Vera and coconut oil is oily. It needs a drying substance. Mix it with beeswax. If not carnauba wax. They sell it on Amazon as palates. These makes the mascara shinier but denser. The more wax the harder it gets. Add 1/2 teaspoon every 2 oz. This will make it creamy. Instead of coconut oil use Shea butter unrefined organic or organic raw mango butter for that smooth creamy look. And instead of aloe Vera gel use organic castor oil it's meant to make eye lashes grow plus it's super shiny. Your eyelashes will stand out I make my own mascara 100% organic. Vegan and sell it on Amazon
I would like to make my own make up without micas and just with things that I find in my pantry but I am pale af and I don't know what to use to make concealer :( can someone help me, please?
maybe I should use something pink... I should try to incorporate some beet powder or paprika... what do you think about it? I am afraid that paprika may burn my skin but I can not think of anything else in red ^^"
Gittemary Johansen when you recycle glass, it's burned at a very high temperature and things like labels just burn away! so it's not really a big issue in terms of zero waste :)
ppl these days may call u hippie but i just think people like u are cool and are eager to help our community😊
You are my hero girl - and you know what it takes guts to stand up admitting a mistake and redo it better. Thank you
Absolutely, she is a brave girl!
I've tried with both almonds and charcoal, the almonds are so much better. The charcoal easily runs, for some reason, the burnt almonds don't. At least that's how it worked for me. 😊
i would put a vitamin e capsule in as a preservative
A quick tip, too, for those who don't have a green thumb, is finding a store that sells aloe vera stems individually. I have done this quite cheaply at Asian or Latin stores here in the U.S.
Omg I was thinking of trying to make mascara using these same ingredients! Now I know I can! Aloe grows wild where I live, and I can get bulk coconut oil and charcoal at the health food store, where I can reuse my glass containers.
Sometimes our store in town carries very large aloe branches in the veggie section. Mine is growing too slowly to harvest just yet, so i'm considering getting one.
Oh! Thank you so much! We have metal tins showing up tomorrow and we were going to make our own mascara and I love the look of your recipe💚
How does this mascara hold up on your lashes? Does it smudge? Also is the charcoal fine? Because I made some activated charcoal myself with almonds and the mascara didn't turn out fine enough.
Another thing: How do you store your mascara wand?
great video btw! ;)
Please don't think I'm giving you a hard time, but the coconut oil isn't a good idea. You really have to be so very careful with oil of any kind around the eye. Over time small amounts can actually get behind the eye and cause problems. It wasn't that long ago that Johnson & Johnson faced a class action law suit for recommending in their baby oil commercials that the oil could be use for removing makeup. A few short years later the law suit was filed after many woman had had to undergo surgery on their eyes to flush out the oil from behind the eye ball. This is not a surgery anyone would want to undergo - it has to be performed while the patient is conscious.. it gives me shivers just thinking about it. It's also very costly, hence the law suit. I know tons of woman remove their makeup with coconut oil and other oils. Yes, it's zero waste, but as someone struggling with other eye problems, I can attest to how important our eyesight is. Believe me it's no fun trying to measure out ingredients to make your zero waste healthier products when you're struggling to see. Eye makeup and remover is the one thing where you have to be most careful. Screwing up a zero waste hand lotion? No biggie.. but getting oil in the eyes... you really don't want to go there. Actually, I think the recipe would just be best without the coconut oil. The point of mascara is that it dry and be a bit "cakey". I suspect that keeping it simple is just best. Aloe and activated charcoal. I love the idea of making it with the almonds as in your last video. Also, I'm dying to know why you make such a big batch - do you go thru it that fast? Your efforts really get an A++ - - it's obvious how hard you're trying to be completely zero waste. But don't be so hard on yourself - no one can be perfect all the time, and I think Bea Johnson said it in her book too. Thanks for sharing! Hope this helps. Cheers.
I agree with you. Just put castor oil and organic extra virgin olive oil, charcoal, and the aloe Vera gel. In a cobalt blue glass 2oz jar. Save the wand from your favorite mascara and voila. I don't know there is something malignant about coconut oil. It causes acne (acne prone skin people). Its bad. But all the other oils are not. Castor oil is used in my restasis drops.
Can you please send me a link about this story? I couldn't find anything about it online.
I can't find anything about oil affecting eye health either and no info about a class action about baby oil, and there's certainly no coconut oil in J&J baby oil - it's petroleum based.
@@hilaryzeller6183 really?
@Mony's cell I am so grateful for your reply 👍 because I was about to make that mistake and after my father losing his sight to diabetes I don't take my sight for granted. So aloe vera and charcoal it is. Because every mascara I bought has irritated and caused bumps around my eyes. I want to wear make up
Just found you channel! I've experienced that my lashes has gotten thinner and thinner after using waterproof mascara for a loooong time and was looking for somethgin natural. This is exactly what I needed! Thank you 💖 AND aslo, you have a new subscriber 😇
I just realized, that you really remind me of Rose from Dr. Who! I have been binge-watching the show.... x'D Loved your video, as always! Where did you get that necklace? It looks so lovely on you
Ok, going out on a limb here. My old mascaras are finally done. I threw them out. I was using a brand that used recicled plastic for the packaging and was cruelty free, but now... I want a cleaner, friendlier option and that got me thinking about the whole concept of putting a black thing (powder, gel, anything) in my eyes and being ok with it. I know this has been done for centuries but I also know some of it can enter your eyes... Anyways, I'm not ready to give up on the look of Fuller lashes just yet so I was thinking, wouldn't it be better to get a pair of magnetic lashes (I know they're plastic, bear with me) that you take care of and use over and over again. No glue no black goo, just in and out for the look. (Kinda like contacts except I need those to be able to see hahaha) so, what do you all think?
I'd love to add a little bit of beeswax in there for it to harden like a solid mascara but oily enough to scrape with a spoolie brush. Adding a bit of beeswax can help harden it and add staying power on your lashes.
I am generally cautious about adding wax to eye products, just because I've heard horror stories about it gathering in the back of the eye and has to be removed with surgery. I don't know how great the risk is though
Love your videos and seen a bunch of them. But I have to confess this was the first time I realized your alias is Gittemary and not GLITTERmary as I read it before. Anyways you still sparkle!
I wonder if you added a wax to this instead of the oil it would make it waterproof?? I work in a hospital so need a long lasting mascara that doesn't smudge
Definitely, something like beeswax should work :)
Every tube of Aloe Vera Gel I see has the mention "keep away from the eyes", even the 100%. How do you know it's safe to extract it yourself? Is there any alternative?
absolutely great
AHAHAH you made me laugh so much you are so nice!!!! Love your energy, and thanks for the easy recipe!!! (:
Can you post the recipe on your blog or something? I don't understand everthing quite well. Mabye when it's written down, I do. Love watching your video's btw !! :)
Hello! I love your videos!! My question is it not dangerous for the eye to get aloevera?
Thank you! You're an inspiration to me. :)
Thanks for this Video! is the mascara waterproof ? :)
How long does it last before going funny?
Do we need to put it in the fridge?
Subtítulos por favor en todos tus videos 😔
Do you still make your own? How’s it working? I’d love to try it
1:39 you put aloe verga gel
Verga means dick where I'm from 😂😂😂 this made my morning
This is such a beautiful video! Lovely recipe too! Enjoyed it! Much love from Canada!
How well does it hold up and will it dry out on lashes?
Yesss awesome! I only found your other mascara video the other week so it was cool to have a followup improved recipe so soon after seeing the first. :) How long did it take to grow your aloe vera?
Do you happen to know if there is a guide to find stores that sell items in bulk?
It is super super difficult to guide people in other countries when it comes to bulk, because it varies A LOT. My suggestion would be to find sustainable/ eco health and beauty shops, they will often have options, or at least know if there are any in the area.
I tried to do it, but the gel don't mix with the oil. The pigment is only in the aloe and does not paint black, and it never dries! I will use it on my hair to not waste it. But I am very sad.
:'(((
If I can use this as eye liner also?
Divya Lakshmi I have the same question
What do you mean by 'blend the gel'?
Ivanka Staros put the aloe Vera gel in a blender boo
What do you mean towards the end where you say to keep it dry? Isn't it a gel consistency? (Or do you mean store it in a dry area?) Also, how long do you think this will keep, since it makes a large quantity?
I mean do not mix it with water, and ofc keep it out of dry areas :) I hope it will last a few weeks :)
How can you extract the liquid from the plant? Just squeeze it? I liked the video :) I might grow an aloe myself...
I found a video here on TH-cam on how to make aloe vera gel, it is super simple, just some cutting :)
Perfect! Would love to try this one ;)
Such an inspiration, thanks! I have a question though, I made the mascara with your mentioned ingredients, and it tends to smudge above my eyelids and under my eyes pretty fast ... Is there something I could add to make the mascara stick more?
wax!
Hi! I’m definitely going to make this! How long does this mascara last before it does bad as I’d imagine fresh gel from aloe vera leaves won’t last very long? Thanks in advance!
Of course it differs according to temperature and so on, so I recommend looking at the consistency once in a while. I had mine for a good 3-4 weeks
Gittemary Johansen Thank you so much for the response! 3-4 weeks is fab! I’m definitely going to make this! Love your channel! Thank you 😊
Also, when you blended the gel did you add water to blend it or just blend the gel on it’s own? Thank you!
But how do you know do you know the formula hold up and doesn't go out off date/grows really harmful bacteria?
awsmmm
Hi! What track was played in the video? IT WAS BEAUTIFUL!!
It is called "background music" by Jason Shaw :)
I tried to find that song but it's actually called "river meditation" :) just fiy.
Arh thanks, great to know! :D
No worries :) keep up the good work, love and light!
I am allergic to aloe :/ Any ideas what to use instead?
Ekomanička Beeswax or sheabutter :)
Cocoa butter
Mango butter
Glycerin
Castor oil
One of the 4
what is your zero waste mascara wand made of? where did you get it?
I simply reused an old mascara wand :)
Hi Gittemary!!
I tried your mascara recipe (I switched the charcoal for burnt almonds). Sadly, whenever a tiny bit falls into my eye, it starts stinging so bad I need to take the mascara off.
Is there a way to prevent this?
Miriam Patato Same, but at least the diy mascara lifts the lashes and that's exactly what we need
Miriam Patato btw did you use almonds or activated charcoal?
Does it smudge? I am a bit concerned, because so far all my DIY mascara smudged all over my face
Анастасія Нищота me to...not one has worked yet.
Try using beeswax. If your allergic try candelilla wax. Or carnauba wax. Candelilla wax is harder then beeswax but vegan since it comes from a plant. But so beneficial and shines more.
Mine came out super oily it doesn't work. Either it was super sticky with the alovera, even after blending and 'Cooking " the whole thing.
Aloe Vera and coconut oil is oily. It needs a drying substance. Mix it with beeswax. If not carnauba wax. They sell it on Amazon as palates. These makes the mascara shinier but denser. The more wax the harder it gets. Add 1/2 teaspoon every 2 oz. This will make it creamy. Instead of coconut oil use Shea butter unrefined organic or organic raw mango butter for that smooth creamy look. And instead of aloe Vera gel use organic castor oil it's meant to make eye lashes grow plus it's super shiny. Your eyelashes will stand out
I make my own mascara 100% organic. Vegan and sell it on Amazon
well done you 😉
I would like to make my own make up without micas and just with things that I find in my pantry but I am pale af and I don't know what to use to make concealer :( can someone help me, please?
Check out my concealer recipe :)
I used it when I was "tanned" (I don't know how to write it... I live in the south of Italy and I go to the beach) and it was too dark for me :'(
You can correct the the colour using a cornstarch or arrowroot powder :)
maybe I should use something pink... I should try to incorporate some beet powder or paprika... what do you think about it? I am afraid that paprika may burn my skin but I can not think of anything else in red ^^"
Silver Phoenix She has beet root recipes on her blog. I actually looked one up today. :)
but wait... what about the label on the coconut oil. is it Zero waste ?
No, labels are usually neither compostable nor recyclable which is such a shame :(
Gittemary Johansen when you recycle glass, it's burned at a very high temperature and things like labels just burn away! so it's not really a big issue in terms of zero waste :)
Is this coal thing healthy for your eyes? What is it made of?
Uem Z Seriously :D Out of wood
Her nose ring it... scares me😨😨😨😱
Baby Princess climate change, ocean pollution, mass extinctions and overconsumption scares me... funny how people are different like that ✌🏼
Now that is also scary
So much over action
You didn't even show how to fill that liquid in mascara bottle