Friday, August 2, 2013

Homemade Face Scrub

A good exfoliator is a prime part of any skincare routine. When I went green, I had to find alternatives for my previous cleanser with exfoliating beads. Fortunately, a natural face scrub can be quickly assembled using just a few ingredients from the kitchen. :)

Ingredients:
  • Oatmeal
  • Baking soda
  • Brown/cane sugar

 Mix the oatmeal, baking soda, and sugar according to a 2:1:1 ratio. You can decrease the amount of baking soda if you have sensitive skin. Blend the oatmeal before mixing with the baking soda and sugar if you prefer a finer face scrub.

After washing your face, take a small scoop of the exfoliating mixture and mix it with a bit of warm water to form a paste. Gently rub the mixture over your face for about one minute before rinsing.


Ta-dah! Clear and smooth skin is made from the kitchen, not from a chemist's lab.

Benefits:
  • Baking soda removes dead skin and absorbs oil
  • Oatmeal removes impurities and soothes the skin
  • Brown/cane sugar smooths and protects skin 
This simple but effective recipe has earned a permanent place in my skincare routine. Hopefully it will find a place in yours too!

Stay glowing,

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