By Eliza
Exfoliating is an important step in your skincare routine. It works to remove dead skin cells, built up debris, leftover products and toxins from the environment from your pores, helping prevent blemishes and breakouts. There are lots of exfoliators on store shelves, but you can also make them yourself. Here are some great recipes that will help you get the most glorious skin ever.
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You should definitely exfoliate your lips regularly to keep them smooth and soft. Ingredients: 1 tablespoon petroleum jelly 1 small chunk of your favorite lip balm 1 small handful white sugar Directions: Combine the ingredients in a small cup. Source: queenofallyousee.com
The scent of this is fabulous and you'll love how smooth your skin is after using it. Ingredients: 1/2 cup sugar 1/4 cup melted coconut oil 1/8 teaspoon raspberry extract 1/8 teaspoon lemon extract Red food coloring, optional Directions: Mix together all of the ingredients in a small bowl. Source: bespangledjewelry.blogspot.com
Honey is great for your skin so adding it to an exfoliator is a great ideas. Ingredients: 1 cup cane sugar 1/4 cup olive oil 2 tablespoons raw honey 2 teaspoons dried rosemary 15 drops lemon essential oil 15 drops lavender essential oil Directions: Mix together the sugar, oil, honey and rosemary. Drizzle in the essential oils and mix again. Source: homemademommy.net
The scent and feel of the mint will give you a tingle that makes this one perfect. Ingredients: 1/2 cup coconut oil 1 1/2 cups sugar 1 tablespoon peppermint extract 1 drop green food coloring Directions: Soften the coconut oil and combine it with the sugar, peppermint extract and food coloring. Mix well to combine. Source: lovegrowswild.com
The scent of this scrub is enough to make it your favorite beauty product. Ingredients: 1 cup coconut oil 1 1/2 cups sugar 1 medium apple Cinnamon extract Sprinkle of cinnamon powder Directions: Puree the apple in the food processor. Combine the apple with the rest of the ingredients and store in jars. Source: simplyshellie.com
You are going to love how this scrub makes your skin feel. Ingredients: 9 tablespoons coconut oil 6 teaspoons almond oil 1 cup sugar Directions: Divide each ingredient in thirds and combine one-third of each in three small bowls. Add a drop of food coloring to each bowl and then layer the three colors in a small jar. Source: thegunnysack.com
There's nothing better than strawberries and they have natural exfoliation properties. You are going to love this scrub! Ingredients: 3/4 cup coconut oil 1/4 cup sweet almond oil 1/2 cup powdered strawberries 2 cups sugar 4 teaspoons strawberry extract Directions: Whip the coconut oil for 5 minutes. Beat in the almond oil. Add the strawberries in sections until you have a 1/2 cup of powder. In another bowl, combine the rest of the powdered strawberries with the sugar. Combine the two mixtures, one half at a time, then add the strawberry extract. Source: thegunnysack.com
Any chocolate lover will adore using this delicious scrub on their skin. Ingredients: 1/2 cup raw cane sugar 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 tablespoon cocoa baking powder 1/4 cup almond oil 1/2 teaspoon vanilla A few drops vitamin E oil Directions: Combine the sugars and cocoa powder in a bowl and then add the oil until you get a good consistency. Add the vanilla and vitamin E oil. Source: theidearoom.net
This is the perfect treat to baby autumn skin, but you can use it year round too. Ingredients: 2 cups sugar 1/2 cup coconut oil 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves Directions: Combine the oil with the sugar and spices and store in a jar. Source: smartschoolhouse.com
The heavenly scent and lovely look of this scrub makes it perfect for yourself and to give as gifts. Ingredients: 1 cup sea salt 1/2 cup sweet almond oil 6 drops floral oil 1/4 cup lavender buds Directions: Combine the ingredients to create the scrub. Source: liagriffith.com
You are not going to be able to get enough of this marvelous body scrub. Ingredients: 1 cup sugar 6 chopped basil leaves Zest and juice of 1/2 a lime 1 teaspoon coconut oil Directions: Whisk together the ingredients in a bowl and store them in a jar. Source: busycreatingmemories.com
Use this to keep your hands looking young, fresh and smooth. Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups oatmeal 1 tablespoon brown sugar 2 teaspoons cinnamon 1/2 cup coconut oil Directions: Pulse the oatmeal in a blender until it's powder. Add the rest of the ingredients and stir until well combined. Source: amomstake.com
This exfoliator is probably my favorite! It smells yummy and will totally revolutionize the look and feel of your skin. Ingredients: 1 cup sugar 1/2 cup coconut oil 1/2 teaspoon lemon essential oil Red food coloring Directions: Melt the coconut oil in the microwave. Add the sugar and mix well. Add the essential oil and food coloring and combine. Source: sparklesofsunshine.com
The wonderful smell of this will bring back memories of your childhood and those tasty orange popsicles you loved so much. Ingredients: 1/4 cup coconut oil 3/4 cup sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla 10 drops orange essential oil Directions: Melt the coconut oil and combine it with the rest of the ingredients. Source: thegunnysack.com
Roses are a wonderful ingredient for adding color and scent to your homemade exfoliator. Ingredients: 1 cup dried rose petals 2 cups sugar 2/3 cup coconut oil 6 to 8 drops essential oils Directions: Crush the rose petals in a food processor and then combine with the rest of the ingredients. Source: happinessishomemade.net
I love the refreshing scent of grapefruit and it works wonderfully for a homemade scrub. Ingredients: 1 grapefruit 1 cup sugar 1 to 3 tablespoons apricot oil Directions: Remove the skin from 1/2 the grapefruit and combine in the food processor with the sugar and oil to reach the desired consistency. Source: dearcrissy.com
Any cookie lover will adore having this sugar scrub in her medicine cabinet. Ingredients: 1 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup coconut oil 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Directions: Combine all of the ingredients in a small bowl, then store in small jars. Source: krystalskitsch.com
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