3 Homemade Scrubs for Body and Face

Who doesn’t want fresh and glowing skin?

But let’s face it. No matter how organic they claim to be, store-bought skincare products are never better than those prepared at home.

For satin-soft skin that shines all day long, it’s best to go for homemade scrubs. And for the best homemade scrubs, take a look at the following.

Here are our top 3 picks for easy homemade scrubs that are suitable for both, body and face:

1.   Coffee and Sugar Exfoliating Scrub

Stressed, blessed and coffee obsessed.

Are you one of us too?

If you are a die-hard coffee lover then you are bound to fall in love with using this scrub too. Here’s how to prepare it.

What You Need

·      Ground coffee – ¼ cup

·      Granulated sugar – ¼ cup

·      Extra virgin olive oil – 2 tbsp

·      Vitamin E (optional) – 3 capsules

How to Use

In a small bowl, add all the ingredients and mix gently until it forms a coarse paste. Massage onto the skin and let it sit for 5-7 minutes before washing with lukewarm water.

Use at least twice a week for best results.

2.   Epsom Salt and Green Tea Scrub for Unmatched Radiance

Want a relaxing spa-like treatment at home? This DIY scrub for face and body is a great muscle relaxant. It soothes your skin while its antioxidant properties give you a refreshing and radiant look.

What You Need

·      Olive oil – ¼ cup

·      Epsom salt – 3 tsp

·      Green tea – 1 tsp

·      Essential oil (of your preferred scent) – 5 drops

How to Use

Mix the ingredients to form a thick paste. Next, massage gently onto damp skin for 2-3 minutes before rinsing with water. Pat your skin dry once you are done.

Note: This scrub is not suitable for sensitive skin, or skin that’s prone to acne.

3.   Milk and Almond Scrub for Baby Soft Skin

There a reason why Cleopatra bathed in milk. While you may not be able to afford the same luxury, you can definitely whip up this milk and almond scrub to treat your skin with an all-natural and completely rejuvenating body care product.

Plus, it’s the ideal way to use the almond pulp left behind when making almond milk.

What You Need

·      Raw almond pulp – 1 cup

·      Milk – 2 tbsp

·      Coconut oil (or almond oil) – 2 tbsp

·      Your favourite essential oil (optional) – 3 drops

How to Use

Combine all the ingredients until it forms a smooth paste.

Spread evenly onto your face and body and massage in a circular motion for a few minutes. Rinse with clean water for an instant glow!

Repeat as often as needed. The mixture can be kept in the fridge for around a week without spoiling.

Make these easy homemade scrubs to give your skin an instant fresh look and keep it hydrated for hours.