How to Make DIY Rose Ceramide Facial Gel // Humblebee & Me

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RECIPE
13.54g | 67.7% distilled water
4g | 20% rose hydrosol
0.4g | 2% dimethicone 350
0.6g | 3% cyclomethicone
1g | 5% ceramide complex
0.2g | 1% Propanediol 1,3
0.06g | 0.3% liquid germall plus
0.2g | 1% Aristoflex AVC
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[@Purcap]

Marie, not only is this Ceramide Gel innovative and LOVELY, it is also perfectly Suited for spring + summer months, when we still want the benefit of Ceramide Complex, but cannot handle a heavy cream.

[@roki5337]

My curiosity is peaked with this aristoflex. Thank you thos looked amazing.

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

You're so welcome-happy making!

[@roki5337]

This looks so lush I'm gonna try it.

[@charonbryson]

I love your videos you are so awesome. I wanted to know if I can add peptides with ceramides and the aristroflex. I wanted to put everything in one cream instead of adding layers to my face . Thank you

[@elenikoupantsis7830]

I just love your channel. You know you should start teaching and have a course where you teach us how everything works . I live close to Calgary and I would definitely drive the distance for you to teach me lol :)

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Thank you so much! I will keep the classes in mind-I've been taking a bit of a break from teaching in YYC lately as I've been travelling so much :)

[@lisak7247]

I have just found your blog and channel and am hooked! You have lovely skin. While I am very interested in following your recipes, I was wondering if the ceramide could be added to a home made shea butter cream I am already in love with... It the correct proportions of no more than 15%. Thank you for taking the time to read this. 😊

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Hey Lisa! Thanks for watching and DIYing with me :) You can learn about how to incorporate new ingredients into formulations here: www.humblebeeandme.com/faqs/how-can-i-incorporate-x-ingredient-into-a-formulation/. Happy making!

[@clarewhite3004]

I found that the small batch size was tricky because tiny inaccuracies mattered a lot more than in a 50-100g batch, but I wound up deciding I needed more than 20g anyway and made another batch! A triple batch, 60g total, fills a 2oz cosmetic jar nicely.

[@lupebutterfly9161]

Hi Marie, thanks for all your videos. You are perhaps the only person I trust as you seem very knowledgeable. You explanations are clear and concise and kindly provide links. I am fairly new at DIY and now understand why everything must me weighted not measured. I get excited when I see a new recipe, but I also get overwhelmed with so many ingredients. Is there a basic list, say for body/face lotions? I think I got butters down ok. Also, do you order everything from Amazon? I also see that you always make a small amount. Is it possible to buy small amount of needed ingredients? Any recommendations? Thank you very much

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Thanks so much! Yes, there are definitely a lot of ingredients you can buy. I have an FAQ on good beginner ones on my website (www.humblebeeandme.com/faq/). I don't order everything from Amazon as Canadian Amazon doesn't carry most things I use-check my website for an entire page of places to shop! The quantities you can purchase things in will depend on the ingredient and where you're shopping. Happy making!

[@magedshoukry1165]

Fabulous 😍

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

❤️ Thanks for watching!

[@kiandkosofficial2541]

Wow, thank you for existing I love all your formulations❤️ can you please tell me if we can add other actives with ceramide complex? Like niacinamide Tranexamic acid or azelaic acid

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

❤️ Thanks for watching! You can, but every active will have its own requirements that you'll have to meet, and some might conflict. I've got more info here: www.humblebeeandme.com/faqs/how-can-i-incorporate-x-ingredient-into-a-formulation/ You can learn more about what different actives need in the free Humblebee & Me DIY Encyclopedia (www.humblebeeandme.com/diy-encyclopedia/) 😄 Here's a formulation using ceramides + actives: www.humblebeeandme.com/brightening-gel-serum/ Happy making!

[@lindamartin3706]

I absolutely LOVE this gel! I've been using lavender hydrosol but an wondering if a 1% hyaluronic acid work in place of the hydrosol? Or would that render the aristoflex AVC non-gel-like? Thanks Marie!!

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Yup, that should work beautifully. Happy making!

[@theouterlayerSKIN]

Can i use only aristoflex without the other 2 silicones?n does this blends well with oils if using aristoflex?

[@morrago7246]

Hey Marie! What lipstick are you wearing in this video? I love the color and I'll totally try to make it if it's one of your DIY projects!

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Hey! I believe it's the cool/berry red one from this project: www.humblebeeandme.com/creamy-stick-lip-tints. Happy making!

[@carolkhoo4129]

Your cheery voice and disposition never fails to put a smile on my face. Thank you for such a simple recipe. I noticed you don't use full hydrosol for the liquid in this recipe and body lotion recipes. Is there a reason for that? Thank you very much.

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Thank you so much, Carol! I didn't use full hydrosol because this rose hydrosol is very fragrant and I find much more than 20-40% can be overwhelming, scent-wise :)

[@carolkhoo4129]

@@HumblebeeAndMe I see. So if I were going for a rose scent, full rose hydrosol would help it along perfectly? Thank you once again.

[@midsummerbeau7690]

Hi, we can’t get aristoflex avc here in the UK. Could you demo how to make a gel with something like Carbomer + TEA and incorporating some oils?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

I'll keep it in mind, thanks for the suggestion!

[@JadaWilder]

I was wondering if you could make a video about how to make an eye gloss similar to flesh pot eye gloss

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Thanks for the suggestion!

[@anneuzochukwu3020]

Is this a sleeping mask. Can you please share a recipe for rose gel-water sleeping mask

[@mokshalani8414]

Could I use TKB Silicone Gel instead of the silicones as individual ingredients? I know the ratio & end product skin feel might be a little off, but I'm going to purchase their silicone gel for another recipe anyway Also, I'd like to add a little polyquaternium 7 for extra luxury, but idk where to begin researching it's compatibility with other ingredients listed here

[@TheAbstractHippo]

This looks like an awesome moisturizer!! Do you think it would be possible to add urea to this? I have pretty oily skin but for some reason urea just works wonders for it. Only it's usually found in really heavy moisturizers. Could it work in this one?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

I can't see why not!

[@manasaacharya6770]

I love all of your videos. I really don't want to use silicones in my products. But I do like the gels on my skin as I have oily skin and can't afford thick creams. Can I please request you to formulate a gel with as less chemicals as possible?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

If you want to learn more about silicone in skincare I'd really recommend this post: roccocobotanicals.com/why-do-we-use-dimethicone-and-silicone That said, I do also mention in the video how you can find substitution suggestions on the blog if you don't want to use silicone :)

[@msvanillary]

Can you make something like the facial cleaning clay from Lush called Angles on Bare Skin, please?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

I'll keep it in mind, thanks for the suggestion!

[@ajkennethsumagang683]

Can I use Sepimax Zen instead of Aristoflex AVC? I found them almost similar.

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Yes!

[@sunshine-yd3bd]

Hi Marie. How are you? Thank you for this. I really love this idea and want to add some oils in this mix without changing this beautiful texture. Can you please guide as I cant bear to waste such expense ceramides.

[@sunshine-yd3bd]

On you site you said dont add electrolytes as it effects Aristoflex AVC. What does that mean? I am sorry, I am new to this.

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Hey Sun! Check out my formula for Cranberry Orange Facial Gel cream for some more guidance on how to create a gel cream that uses ceramides along with other things :)

[@sunshine-yd3bd]

@@HumblebeeAndMe Thanks so much. You are amazing. I already searched your site for information and found Cranberry Orange Facial Gel cream :)

[@leslieharris9088]

Could the Ceramides be incorporated into your Soothing HA Facial Serum instead?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Definitely! www.humblebeeandme.com/faqs/how-can-i-incorporate-x-ingredient-into-a-formulation/

[@laylael5106]

Hi please can you tell me which course you did to learn all you have? Thanks

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

There's a post on my education in my FAQ :) www.humblebeeandme.com/faq/)

[@TheCharmedLife18]

Can you make a lighting body peel?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

I'm afraid not: www.humblebeeandme.com/faqs/kind-recipes-will-not-appear-humblebee/. Happy making!

[@rinkus2236]

Hello dear could you research and do something for skin pigmentation and melasma a skin condition which is faced by women/men of color . It makes it so hard to apply makeup

[@emikaz9635]

If you are making skin care at home, u can try ingredients such as niacinamide, arbutine, kojic dipalmitate to target pigmentation problem.

[@rinkus2236]

@@emikaz9635 oh that's so nice of you thank you so much. I will try these. Do they work well with sensitive skin ? I am newbie in this area. But would love to make something at home

[@emikaz9635]

Of they do work with sensitive skin. And they are easily soluble in water too which is kinda nice.

[@rinkus2236]

@@emikaz9635 omg. You just answered my question for years.. God bless you. Heard of kojic acid. I know it is too much to ask for but also any idea on measures would be great.

[@emikaz9635]

Kojic acid is great but its unstable, u have to be careful when u formulate wirh it but my advice is to buy a airless type btol if u are making thing with kojic acid

[@adminuser7221]

Which ceramides are included in the ceramide complex also if you wanted to, couldn't you just apply ceramide complex directly onto your skin? Or is that harmful. Sorry for the newbie questions

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

You can learn more about the product from the supplier: www.makingcosmetics.com/Ceramide-Complex_p_27.html. The maximum usage rate is 15%, and I wouldn't recommend exceeding that.

[@catherineblair550]

@@HumblebeeAndMe This looks good. A person could add ceramides to their sunscreen. Thanks for the link!

[@asthenamesuggests9513]

Can I make a lotion with ceramide? Or can I make this without silicone? Because I always get fungal acne every time I used skin care with silicone in it. I even get fungal dandruff from shampoo with silicone 😅

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

You definitely can! Please read the blog post :)

[@zinny7994]

Does anyone know if I can add dimethicone to an already finished lotion. To cut tacky & greasy feeling

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Adding anything to a finished cosmetic product usually isn't recommended-it can compromise the stability and safety of the product. If you made it yourself and have a good feel for the emulsifier and preservative concentration you may be able to add 1-2% of something, but that will depend on your formulation :) Happy making!

[@zinny7994]

Humblebee & Me 🤗thanks for the reply. I appreciate it

[@mirhawalimohamed425]

Hey Hun, where did you buy that mini blender ? X

[@nature_girl]

Hey, Marie. Love the info. I also want to know where to find the blender.

[@umarakhan7233]

What's the difference between rose hydrosol and rose water.? Can i use rose water insteed of rose hydrosol?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Hey! You'll find the answer to your question in my FAQ on my website at www.humblebeeandme.com/faqs/whats-up-with-hydrosols-distillates-and-floral-waters/ 🙂 Happy making!

[@iiammyalashay919]

Can this be used for lipgloss?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

No, but I have shared many lip gloss formulations @ www.humblebeeandme.com :)

[@funzgamexyt9312]

Distilled water,rose hydrosol,slippy oil, lightweight oil, ceramide complex, vegetable glycerin Can these ingredients alone be used?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

You'd need an emulsifier and a preservative :)

[@funzgamexyt9312]

@@HumblebeeAndMe can I use beeswax and vitamin e oil?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

@@funzgamexyt9312 No-beeswax is not an emulsifier and vitamin E is not a preservative. Have you checked out my FAQ? www.humblebeeandme.com/faq/ There are a lot of helpful articles in there!

[@natashahoherchak2483]

Why do you use silicones? Doesnt that just put an occlusive layer over your skin that isn't beneficial?

[@sakinalaasraoui5085]

Plz we can keep it? Long time? I want to sell it?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Hey! You'll find the answer to your question in my FAQ on my website at humblebeeandme.com/faq/ 😊Happy making!

[@honeyirizarry4848]

Can this be made naturally? With no silicones

[@kevin49ification]

In her blog she writes about substitutions and natural alternatives www.humblebeeandme.com/rose-ceramide-facial-gel/

[@yaboibillyb]

What do you mean by "naturally", considering that silicones are derived from sand? There's nothing wrong with silicones :)

[@persephonespomegranate]

Finally made this, Marie and just wanted to say, it’s lovely! Feels very soothing and repairing. Not moisturizing enough for me on its own but great under cream and/or a face oil. I’m going to take the suggestions below from some of your viewers and add 1% hyaluronic acid solution next time and maybe some hydrolized silk just to play around. I know some people dislike using silicones but the dimethicone really helps with skin softness and slip of the product; I did use a natural cyclomethicone alternative if anyone’s interested and it worked great. Called LuxGlide N5.

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

I'm so glad you're enjoying it! Keep in mind that hydrolyzed silk contains electrolytes and does not play well with the Aristoflex, unfortunately :/ Thanks for DIYing with me, and happy making :)

[@persephonespomegranate]

Humblebee & Me very good to know, thanks for the info!

[@ITSAQISLIFE]

Hi dear are your products organic

Lol

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

It depends: www.humblebeeandme.com/faqs/can-i-get-an-organic-version-of-_______/

[@brwnskn8313]

Is this a moisturizer 🧴 ?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Yes, though you will want to follow up with something a bit heavier as it's quite lightweight :)

[@suhailakhtar3215]

She looks like Alan walkers sister like if you agree