DIY Winter Hand Care Gift Set
Winter weather can leave hands feeling dry, rough, and uncomfortable. This nourishing Cuticle Oil and Hand Balm Gift Set is easy to make, deeply moisturising, and makes a beautiful handmade gift for friends, family, teachers, or market stalls.
Nourishing Cuticle Oil
Ingredients (100 ml)
- 40 ml Sweet Almond Oil
- 25 ml Jojoba Oil
- 20 ml Avocado Oil
- 14 ml Sweet Almond Oil (or Jojoba Oil)
- 1 ml Vitamin E Oil
- 1 ml Fragrance Oil or Essential Oil
Method
- Measure all the ingredients into a clean beaker or jug.
- Stir gently until well blended.
- Pour into roller bottles or dropper bottles.
- Label and store in a cool, dry place.
Directions
Massage a small amount into your cuticles and nails 2–3 times daily, or whenever they feel dry.
Rich Winter Hand Balm
Ingredients (100 g)
- 35 g Shea Butter
- 20 g Cocoa Butter
- 25 g Sweet Almond Oil
- 10 g Beeswax
- 8 g Jojoba Oil
- 1 g Vitamin E Oil
- 1 g Fragrance Oil or Essential Oil
Method
- Melt the beeswax, shea butter, cocoa butter, and sweet almond oil together using a double boiler.
- Remove from the heat.
- Stir in the jojoba oil, Vitamin E, and fragrance.
- Pour into clean tins or jars.
- Allow to cool completely before sealing.
Directions
Massage into clean hands as often as needed, paying special attention to dry areas and cuticles. For best results, apply before bedtime.
Preservative
No preservative is required as both products are anhydrous (contain no water). Always use clean, dry hands or a spatula when using the balm to help maintain product quality.
Gift Set Idea
Package one 10 ml Cuticle Oil Roller Bottle with one 50 g Hand Balm Tin and finish with a ribbon and a gift tag that reads:
Winter Hand Rescue Kit – Nourish • Protect • Restore
This luxurious gift set is perfect for keeping hands soft, smooth, and protected throughout the winter months.

