Okay, so I’ve been on this whole “natural” kick lately, trying to ditch the harsh chemicals in my everyday stuff. And my body wash? Prime candidate for a swap. I kept seeing tea tree oil pop up as a good ingredient, so I figured, why not give it a shot? I’m going to make my own!

Getting Started

First things first, I needed to grab some supplies. I already had some Dr. Bronner’s Castile Soap lying around – the unscented kind, obviously. That stuff is like the base for a million DIY projects. Then, the star of the show: tea tree oil. I picked up a small bottle from the local health food store. Make sure to get the pure stuff that is safe.

Mixing it Up

Honestly, this was the easiest part. I grabbed a clean, empty bottle – recycled an old shampoo bottle, actually. I poured in about a cup of the Castile soap. Then, for the tea tree oil, I added maybe, like, 10-15 drops? I didn’t want to overdo it, you know? Tea tree oil can be pretty strong. Then add water, I filled to the top.

I gave the bottle a good shake to mix everything up. It got a little cloudy, but that’s totally normal. Castile soap does that.

Shower Time!

Okay, the moment of truth. I hopped in the shower and used my new concoction. It lathered up nicely, not as foamy as the store-bought stuff, but that’s okay. The smell was definitely…different. Very earthy and medicinal, thanks to the tea tree oil. It wasn’t bad, just not that fake fruity smell I was used to.

The Results

After rinsing off, my skin felt clean, but not that squeaky, stripped-clean feeling you get with some body washes. That’s a good thing! My skin felt soft, and a little tingly, maybe from the tea tree oil? I’ve been using it for a couple of weeks now, and I haven’t had any breakouts or irritation, so that’s a win. I sometimes add a drop of oil(argan, olive, etc) if I’m feeling fancy.

Final Thoughts

• Pros: It’s super easy to make, it’s way cheaper than buying fancy natural body washes, and I know exactly what’s in it. Plus, tea tree oil is supposed to be good for acne and stuff, so that’s a bonus.
• Cons: The smell takes some getting used to. And you have to shake it before each use because the oil and soap can separate a bit.

Overall, I’m pretty happy with my homemade tea tree oil body wash. It’s a simple swap that makes me feel good about what I’m putting on my skin. If you’re looking for a natural, easy-to-make body wash, I’d say give it a try!