I didn’t use to be DIY beauty products’ fan. I used to think that making such cosmetics takes a lot of time and skills whereas their effectiveness is poorer. I couldn’t be more wrong! 🙂 My first lemon scrub changed everything! Now, I make lots of home beauty products and like to give them to my beloved ones.
I guess it’s the easiest cosmetic to make. White or brown sugar (the basis) plus oil and any other substance. I keep experimenting with different ingredients. Today, I share recipes for my three favourite body scrubs. Quick and dirt-cheap. The preparation looks always the same: mixing all ingredients to get a buttery consistency. Because of the coconut oil, the exfoliators will have a bit different consistency.
Lemon Scrub
– a glass of white sugar
– a half lemon juice
– a spoon of honey
– a spoon of coconut oil
The easiest to make. I began my DIY beauty care adventure with this exfoliator. Sugar crystals effectively remove dead skin cells. Coconut oil and honey moisturise the skin whereas lemon juice makes pigmentation spots less visible. A citrus aroma is stimulating so it’s a perfect choice for the morning shower.
Coffee & Sugar Scrub
– a glass of brown sugar
– a half glass of ground coffee or coffee grounds
– three spoons of olive oil or coconut oil
– a teaspoon of vanilla extract or a vanilla bean
– a teaspoon of cinnamon
This scrub has a mind-blowing scent! It’s a perfect winter exfoliator because cinnamon has warming properties. Coffee makes the skin supple and smooth, fighting the cellulite at the same time.
Rose Scrub
– a glass of white sugar
– five spoons of baby skin care oil
– around fifteen rose petals
An ideal gift for your friend or mum. It delivers amazing effects and has a beautiful design, leaves a gentle aroma on the skin.
Don’t make too large amounts. Make sure you use them up within a few days. If you make too much, give it away 🙂 Such scrubs make amazing gifts. You just need to put them into some nice cosmetic jars.
I really encourage everyone to try the recipes out 🙂 Have you got your favourite body scrubs? Share your ideas in the comments! 🙂
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