DIY Body Scrubs

I often talk about the importance of EXFOLIATION. Granular scrubs should be a staple in every shower and tub! Whether using salt or sugar, make sure the granules aren't too abrasive (I prefer the "superfine" varieties) and AVOID using body scrubs on the face. Facial skin is unique & requires less aggressive exfoliation. Body scrubs are easy and fun to make. With some simple store bought ingredients and a decorative plastic container, you can make your own (do I hear last minute gift idea?!!). Here are a few to get you started:

Olive, Coconut, Almond or Jojoba Oils can be used interchangeably in any of these scrubs...

1. "Citrus Lime Scrub"

1 cup coconut oil, 

2 cups superfine "caster" sugar or fine sea salt. If you can't find the superfine variety, simply pulse some granulated sugar in a food processor. Add the zest of one lime (or lemon) and 1 tsp of grapefruit or orange essential oil. Mix all together & store in a 12 oz container.  (for legs, heels, décolleté & arms).

2. "Lemon Sugar Scrub"

2 cups of brown sugar, 1/2 cup of whole oats (ground in a food processor), 1/2 cup of almond oil, the zest of one lemon & 2 TBSP of lemon juice. (for legs, heels, décolleté & arms) 

3. "Peppermint LIP Scrub"

2 TBSP jojoba oil, 4-4 TBSP superfine sugar & a few drops of peppermint extract. Massage into lips for 15 seconds & rinse off.

4. "Lavender Sea Salt Scrub" (for legs, heels, décolleté & arms)

1/2 cup fine Sea Salt, 1/3 cup of almond oil, 1 TBSP dried lavender, 1 tsp lavender essential oil. 

5. "Honey-Lime Sea Salt Scrub"

1/2 cup of coconut oil, 

1/2 cup of organic honey, 

2 cups of fine sea salt, 

the zest of one lime, 1 tsp of rosemary (finely pulsed in a food processor, 1 tsp citrus essential oil. Happy Exfoliating!

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