Infuse Care Into Your Winter Skincare Routine
Cold weather can be rough on your skin — dryness, flakiness, and dullness all tend to creep in once winter arrives. That’s why handcrafted skincare, made with herbal-infused oils, has become one of the most thoughtful and personal gifts you can give (or make for yourself).
This Herbal Winter Face Cream was created by LĒVO infüsiast @steelmagnoliafarmsc as their “Magic Face Cream”. It combines rich, hydrating ingredients with botanicals renowned for their soothing and restorative properties — all infused to perfection using the LĒVO II+. It’s the ultimate “made with care” winter face cream recipe for the season.
Why Infused Skincare Is a Winter Essential
Going far beyond DIY skincare, infusing herbs into skincare oils is one of the oldest and most effective ways to naturally nourish the skin. Instead of relying on synthetic additives, our approach prefers more natural ingredients.
Herbal oil infusions have been used in traditional skincare practices for generations. Instead of using products with synthetic additives, many people prefer herb-infused oils as a more natural option. These oils can carry the beneficial properties of the botanicals they’re made with, offering a gentle, plant-based way to support your skincare routine.
Here’s why it matters in the colder winter months:
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🌿 Comfrey helps support skin renewal and hydration. It contains allantoin, which is associated with promoting cell regeneration and softening skin, plus mucilage (soothing), and various antioxidants.
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💛 Chamomile soothes irritation and calms redness. Chamomile contains flavonoids and essential oils (like bisabolol and chamazulene) that are associated with anti-inflammatory and soothing effects on the skin.
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🍊 Orange Peel brightens dull winter skin and adds natural vitamin C. Orange peel also contains flavonoids, which are plant compounds with antioxidant properties.
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🌾 Sage provides clarifying and antimicrobial benefits. Sage is also mildly astringent, which can help tone and refine the skin's texture.
When infused gently into a moisturizing base of sweet almond oil, coconut oil, and beeswax, these herbs create a winter face cream that’s deeply nourishing — without feeling heavy or greasy.
Why Use LĒVO for Herbal Skincare?
Precision matters when it comes to infusing botanicals into skincare oils. Overheating can destroy nutrients and change the scent profile of delicate herbs — which is why LĒVO’s controlled infusion technology is such a game-changer.
Using the LĒVO II+, you can:
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Dry and prepare herbs for cleaner, longer-lasting infusions.
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Infuse oils at consistent, low temperatures (like 115°F for this recipe).
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Maintain the natural color, scent, and properties of each ingredient.
In this herbal winter face cream, @steelmagnoliafarmsc infused sweet almond oil and coconut oil with comfrey, sage, orange peel, and chamomile for 3 hours at 115°F — resulting in a silky, nutrient-rich base ready to blend into a moisturizer. Check out these great products from LEVO to get you creating:
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🌿 Power Pod — Boosts herbal strength for maximum skin-loving benefits.
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🪴 Herbal Sampler Pack — Includes comfrey, chamomile, sage, and more for versatile skincare infusions.
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⚙️ LĒVO II+ — The all-in-one machine for drying, activating, and infusing herbs for both culinary and skincare creations.
How to Create an Herbal Skin Cream From Infused Oils
Once the herbal oils are infused, they’re carefully blended with aloe vera gel, distilled water, and a touch of beeswax and lanolin to create a creamy, balanced emulsion. The result is a luxurious, whipped texture that absorbs quickly, locks in moisture, and leaves skin soft and luminous.
💡 Pro Tip: The secret to perfect texture is letting both your “oil” and “water” mixtures reach room temperature before combining — it ensures a smooth, stable cream that won’t separate. Here’s a little more info on the ingredients in this Magic Face Cream.
Infused Oils
The sweet almond oil offers lightweight hydration and a natural boost of vitamin E, helping to soften and replenish the skin’s moisture barrier. Coconut oil adds a layer of deep softness and protection against dryness, wrapping the skin in a gentle, comforting glow.
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💧 Sweet Almond Oil — Lightweight and rich in vitamin E, ideal for facial moisturizers.
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🥥 Coconut Oil — Adds deep hydration and structure to creams.
Beeswax
Beeswax is the quiet alchemist in the mix. As it melts and blends with the oils, then cools, it thickens everything into a silky, semi-solid cream that retains its shape in the jar, rather than separating. On your skin, it creates a light, breathable veil that helps lock in hydration from both oils and any water-based ingredients, so moisture is retained for longer.
Aloe Vera Gel
Aloe vera gel is the cool, calming heart of this formula. It brings a wave of water-light hydration, soothing redness and helping to rebalance skin that’s been stressed by cold, dry air. Its gel-like texture helps the cream feel fresh and breathable, giving your skin that soft, dewy finish instead of a heavy coat.
Lanolin
Lanolin is the deep nourisher working quietly in the background. Derived from natural wool wax, it mimics the skin’s own oils, helping to seal in moisture and support a stronger, more resilient skin barrier. In this blend, it adds a plush, protective richness that keeps the skin feeling comforted, cushioned, and cared for long after application.
Gift It, Don’t Gatekeep It
Homemade skincare gifts are meaningful because they feel personal — and they’re actually useful. For an extra special touch, pour the cream into small amber glass jars and tie with ribbon or twine. Include a handwritten tag that reads something like:
“Handmade with care — an herbal moisturizer for glowing winter skin.”
Whether for friends, family, or yourself, this infused face cream is the kind of gift that feels like luxury but comes from love.
Final Thoughts: Small Batch, Big Impact
In a world full of store-bought skincare, there’s something truly special about creating your own — knowing exactly what’s in it and how it was made. With LĒVO, you can turn simple ingredients into luxurious, botanical-infused products that nourish from the inside out.
Whether you’re gifting this herbal winter face cream or treating yourself to a little self-care ritual, this recipe reminds us that the best things are made with love — and a little infusion magic.
Explore the Full Recipe
Ready to make your own batch? Check out the complete step-by-step guide below:
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