DIY Beauty

Summer and barbecues go hand in hand, but before you discard those leftovers over the weekend, find out how you can repurpose them into DIY skin and hair recipes. Lemons and watermelon are all essentials for a backyard party this season, and they also happen to be great for your complexion. The same applies for ingredients you use to make savory sauces and rubs, too. So get to multipurposing, and see all the recipes after the jump.

If you don't take the proper precautions, swimming in the pool can wreak havoc on your hair. Chlorine and other chemicals can mess with its color and unravel your ends. The key to surviving your vacation with soft and healthy strands is a clarifying treatment. Get our recipe for a shine-enhancing vinegar and honey spritz when you keep reading.

When Summer hits, it's time to switch from heavy foundations to a tinted moisturizer. You could splurge on something new, or just whip up this DIY product with things you already have in your cosmetics case. There's nothing fancy about this recipe, but it works. If you use loose powder mineral makeup, you can make your own custom-blended tinted moisturizer by mixing it with the face lotion you use. It's the perfect solution for Summer because you can add the tinted powder to your favorite sunscreen for extra protection.

Try blending a nickel-size amount of La Roche-Posay Anthelios 60 facial sunscreen ($30) with a bit of Alima Pure satin matte foundation ($25) on your hand. A little mixing creates a smooth tinted moisturizer that you can adjust as needed. The more powder you put in, the higher the coverage. Easy, as promised.

Breakouts are commonplace when temperatures rise, but before you head to the drugstore for over-the-counter help, here's a natural, at-home recipe to beat the early Summer heat — and the pimples. Better yet? Most ingredients are probably already in your pantry or refrigerator. This mask by Dr. Hema Sundaram hydrates and exfoliates the skin, while providing acne-fighting properties.

"Neem oil has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects, which can help heal breakout-prone Summer skin," said Dr. Sundaram. But that's not all. "The fatty acids in neem oil build collagen and maintain skin's elasticity while plain yogurt works to soothe, nourish, and tighten." Get the easy-to-make recipe after the jump.

Sometimes you don't have the time (or extra cash) to schedule a professional spa facial, but you can give yourself a DIY treatment at home in only 30 minutes. We talked to Elemis International Trainer Emer Gillen to get a step-by-step guide to doing a high-quality minifacial from your bathroom. So, pull out the classical music, your fluffiest bath robe, and aromatherapy candles; it's time to head to the bathroom to treat yourself. You'll learn the right way to give yourself a face massage, along with Gillen's secret to getting rid of tired eyes when you keep reading.