Born and raised on the east coast, I have a loyalty to all things salt water. Sometimes our family even jokes that we have gills, and if we’re far away from the water for too long we will dry up! I really enjoyed bringing some of my beach treasures into these projects - if you’re a beach comber, you might like to do the same.

These Mermaid DIYs are fun and creative summer projects that are natural and easy - they also make perfect activities to do while vacationing with groups.

This Mermaid Hair Spritz is a natural recipe that helps you to achieve a beachy look while adding texture, volume and definition to your locks.

Mermaid Hair Spritz, for scrunchy beachy waves

4 oz Glass spray bottles

1 cup warm water

1 TBSP sea salt

1 teaspoon almond oil (or fractionated coconut oil)

1 TSP aloe vera

Essential oils of lavender - 5-7 drops

Mixing bowl or pan

Instructions:

Add sea salt, coconut oil, and aloe to warm water.

Stir well until salt is dissolved.

Add in 5 drops of essential oils.

Store in a spray bottle for easy application.

Use: 

Spray salt mixture into damp hair and scrunch with your fingers for desired waves and curls, and then let your hair air dry.

After a long day in the sun, your skin might need some extra help in the moisturizing and hydration department. This after shower spray cools and refreshes the skin. The aloe vera helps to moisturize and it smells so refreshing.

Mermaid Mist - After Shower Cooling Spray

2 oz glass bottle with spray nozzle

Witch Hazel

2 tablespoons aloe vera gel

Distilled Water

Peppermint Essential Oil

Instructions:

Put 1 tablespoon of witch hazel and the aloe vera into your spray bottle and add 10 drops of essential oil. Top with distilled water and shake before each use. Use after showering to cool your summer skin.

Roller bottles with essential oils are a simple way to take essential oils with you on the go. This recipe uses lavender and eucalyptus, but you’re welcome to use whatever oils work best for you. Always be sure to do your due diligence and learn about the oils you are using and applying topically. This perfume recipe is a fun addition to the entire set and only has a few ingredients.

Mermaid Perfume Roller Bottle

Feel free to use essential oils of your choice to create your mermaid perfume. Remember to refer to guidelines for uses for each oil.

Roller bottle with top

5 Drops Lavender

5 Drops Eucalyptus

Carrier oil of your choice, like fractionated coconut oil

Instructions:

Combine all essential oils in roller bottle and top with carrier oil. Top with roller ball, screw cap on, and shake to combine.