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Homemade Body Scrub Recipes
Why slather on artificial fragrances, preservatives, and other potentially toxic chemicals found in store bought body scrubs when you can achieve the same results with simple natural skin care recipes? Making your own homemade body scrub is super easy, and most ingredients can be found right in your kitchen. Whip up and use these simple body scrub recipes once or twice a week, and you will be well on your way to revealing super soft and silky smooth skin. Almond Body Scrub RecipesOatmeal and Almond Body ScrubIngredients 1/4 cup oatmeal, finely ground 1/4 cup almonds, finely ground Directions Mix ingredients and stir well. Store in clean, dry container. To use, scoop 1 tsp of scrub in the palm of your hand. Add enough water to make a paste. Massage scrub onto skin. Rinse with warm water. Baking Soda Face Scrub RecipesBaking Soda and Coconut Body ScrubIngredients 1/2 tsp coconut oil baking soda Directions Mix coconut oil with enough baking soda to make a paste. Gently massage paste over skin. Rinse with warm water and pat dry. Baking Soda and Olive Oil Body ScrubThis exfoliating homemade body scrub is as simple and inexpensive as it gets, and can be used on the face and body. Ingredients 1 tsp olive oil 1 tsp baking soda Mix ingredients together to create a paste. Massage gently into skin, rinse with cool water, and pat dry. Coffee Body Scrub RecipesCoffee Body ScrubThis dual purpose homemade body scrub will leave your skin silky smooth, and looking like you spent the day lounging by the pool. Ingredients 1 cup warm used coffee grounds. 2 Tbsp olive oil Directions Combine olive oil and coffee grounds. Moisten skin in the shower. Using circular motions, massage scrub onto skin. Leave on skin for 15 minutes before throughly rinsing. Cornmeal Body Scrub RecipesCornmeal Scrub for Dry SkinThis is the perfect homemade body scrub for extra dry and rough skin. Ingredients 1/2 cup cornmeal 1 egg yolk 1/2 of a lemon 1/2 cup carrier oil Directions Massage onto body Rinse off. Moisturize. Natural Beauty: Pamper Yourself with Salon Secrets at Home
Oatmeal ScrubsOatmeal and Milk Body ScrubThis homemade body scrub is perfect for those with sensitive or delicate skin, and can be used on the face and body. This gentle exfoliating scrub also doubles as a mask when left to dry for 20-30 minutes before rinsing. Ingredients 1/2 cup ground oatmeal 1/2 cup powdered milk Purified Water Directions Thoroughly mix dry ingredients in a small bowl. Mix 2 tsp of dry mix with 1-2 tsp of water to form a paste. Massage onto face and throat with fingers. Rinse with cool water. Organic Body Care Recipes: 175 Homeade Herbal Formulas for Glowing Skin & a Vibrant Self Salt Body ScrubsMoisturizing Salt ScrubIngredients 2 tablespoon of course sea salt 1 tablespoon of honey 2 to 3 drops of olive oil Directions Mix the salt and honey well. Add olive oil to honey and salt mixture one drop at a time. Stir until a thick paste forms. Massage on to skin, rinse, and pat dry. Sea Salt GlowIngredients 2 Tbsp sea salt or Dead Sea salt 2 Tbsp jojoba oil Directions Mix ingredients to make a paste. Use a handful of scrub and gently massage onto skin in ciruclar motions. Cherry Salt ScrubRenew and exfoliate your skin with this simple homemade body scrub Ingredients 1 Tbsp cherry juice 1 Tbsp sea salt Directions Gently massage onto damp skin. Rinse off with warm water, pat dry, and moisturize. Sea Salt Peppermint ScrubHeal and nourish your skin with this homemade body scrub. Ingredients 1 cup sea salt 2 Tbsp apricot or almond oil 5-6 drops peppermint essential oil Directions Mix salt and oils. Store in container until ready to use. Apply to clean skin. Massage a small handful all over body in circular motions. Rinse with warm water. A Woman's Guide to Better Health and Beauty by John D. Russell Loofah Salt GlowBoost circlation and exfoliate flaky skin with sea salt and a loofah. Ingredients 1/4 cup ground sea salt 1 loofah sponge Directions In the bath or shower, pat sea salt onto damp skin. Gently massage loofah over skin in circular motions. Concentrate on rough areas like elbows, knees, and heels. Rinse well and moisturize. Herbal Sea Salt Body Scrub for AcneAntibacterial and anti-inflammatory, calendula makes this the perfect homemade body scrub for acne. Ingredients 1/2 cup sea salt 2 tsp ground calendula flowers Directions Mix ingredients. Store in a clean container. To use, scoop a small amount in palm of hand. Gently massage onto skin. Rinse with warm water and pat dry. Better Basics for the Home: Simple Solutions for Less Toxic Living Sugar Body ScrubsVanilla Sugar Body ScrubIngredients 1 Tbsp sugar 1 Tbsp olive oil 1 drop vanilla extract 3 drops rose oil (optional) Directions Whisk all ingredients in a glass bowl. Massage the mixture all over face and neck for 2-3 minutes. Rinse with warm water and a washcloth. Avocado Body ScrubIngredients 1 Cup sugar(white(fine scrub) or brown (coarser scrub) 1/4 cup mashed avocado 1 Tbsp sour cream 1 Tbsp olive oil 1 Tbsp honey A few drops of lavender or ylang ylang essential oil (optional) Directions Massage on to skin, rinse, and pat dry. Sugared Coconut Body ScrubIngredients 1/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup coconut oil 2-4 drops of your favorite essential oil (optional) Directions Mix ingredients. Gently massage onto damp skin. Rinse with warm water. Beauty Secrets of the Bible Grapefruit and Sugar Scrub1/2 grapefruit sugar Dip half a grapefruit in sugar and gently scrub all over your body. Rinse with warm water and pat dry.
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