Amazing diy body scrub ideas for a glowing skin

One of the major advantages of using a body scrub is that it helps with exfoliation of dead cells.

Sometimes you might be wondering even after all the skin products you are using but yet you are not getting the glow you desire.

Such issues can be resolved but just using the right scrub and incorporating it into your skin care routine.

But how do you know what scrub is right for your skin and will also give you the desired glow that you want. Well if you wish to learn more about that keep reading as I take you through that journey.

What are body scrubs?

Body scrubs are physically soft abrasive substances that is used to mechanically exfoliate away dead skin cells.

When body scrubs are being used more frequently it brings about a more beautiful and radiant skin

What are the benefits of using a body scrub

It is essential that you use a scrub to exfoliate your skin at least once a week. Some added benefits of using a scrub more frequent includes :

• It sheds away dead skin cells
• Promotes the effective circulation of blood through your blood streams
• It polishes your skin
• Helps in achieving a more softer and smooth skin
• It soothes and reduces the frequency of ingrowth hair and razor bumps on the skin
• Makes your skin glow more
• Allows for better absorption of skin care products
• It helps your body products work more effectively.

Major types of physical body scrubs

Body scrubs are of different types depending on the ingredients used in preparing them. The major types of body scrubs includes :

• Sugar scrub
• Salt scrub
• Salt and sugar scrub
• Sand scrub

Sugar scrub

The use of Sugar in making scrubs is a very good in that sugar not only exfoliates your skin but also moisturize your skin too.

Also for people with the dry and normal skin type the sugar scrub is very effective and fantastic. It helps in maintaining the skin’s moisture and keeping it well hydrated too.

How is the sugar body scrub made

Materials needed

• 1 cup of sugar
• 1 cup of coconut oil
• 3 – 4 drops of essential oils ( tea tree oil)
• 2 tablespoons of honey
• A mixing bowl
• Storage jar

Procedure

1. Get your mixing bowl in place. Add the sugar and coconut oil and mix properly.
2. Add the essential oil and honey into the mixture. Mix all properly till you have an even consistency.
3. Pour into your storage jar and your sugar scrub is ready for use.

Salt body scrub

Salt scrub is best for those with very oily skin as it helps in absorbing the excess oil away from the skin. It opens up all pores that have been clogged up allowing the skin to breathe.

Also salt scrub has some therapeutic and soothing effect on the skin. Salt scrub also helps with detoxification of harmful toxins away from the body.

How is the salt body scrub made

Materials needed

• 1 cup of salt
• 1 cup of coconut oil
• 3 – 4 drops of essential oils ( tea tree oil)
• A mixing bowl
• Storage jar

Procedure

1. Get your mixing bowl in place. Add the sugar and coconut oil and mix properly.
2. Add the essential oil into the mixture. Mix all properly till you have an even consistency.
3. Pour into your storage jar and your salt scrub is ready for use.

Salt and sugar body scrub

This includes the combination of both sugar and salt together. With this type of scrub it has the properties of both the sugar and salt scrub together.

It is best for normal and combination skin types. This scrub opens up all your clogged pores.

How is the salt and sugar body scrub made

Materials needed

• 1/2 cup of salt
• 1/2 cup of sugar
• 1 cup of coconut oil
• 3 – 4 drops of essential oils ( tea tree oil)
• A mixing bowl
• Storage jar

Procedure

1. Get your mixing bowl in place. Add the sugar, salt and coconut oil and mix properly.
2. Add the essential oil into the mixture. Mix all properly till you have an even consistency.
3. Pour into your storage jar and your salt and sugar scrub is ready for use.

Sand scrub

Few weeks ago we discussed about the benefits of going to the beach. One of the benefits is that the beach sand is great for body exfoliation.

The gentle use of beach sand as an exfoliant can be really great for your skin too. It is very effective in helping with the fading away of scars and stretch marks too.

How is the sand body scrub made

Materials

• 1 cup of beach sand
• 1 cup of coconut oil
• 3 – 4 drops of essential oils ( tea tree oil)
• A mixing bowl
• Storage jar

Procedure

1. Combine ingredients together into a mixing bowl.
2. Mix properly and store in your storage jar for use.

How to use the body scrub for an effective result.

If you want to have an effective result, there should be a proper understanding on how the scrub should be used.

• It should be noted that scrubs are not to be used every day as it might cause skin irritation. It is ideal to use your scrub twice or at least once every week.
• For a more better result your body should be soaked with lukewarm water. It will make the dead skin cells softer and more easier to remove.
• Work your body scrub in a circular motion for a much effective result.
• Do not overdo it, go gently so as not to irritate your skin.
• After scrubbing wash of gently and pat dry using a towel. Ensure you do not scrub your skin further.
• Apply your favorite oil or body lotion to your skin while your skin is still damp. This will enable it absorb better and much faster into the epidermis layer.

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