Do you know what a scrub is? It can consist of a range of substances but basically it is something that can be used to freshen and exfoliate the skin. I have just made 4 great sugar based scrubs and would like to share the recipes with you. Scrubs make great gifts!!!

I love using the scrubs to exfoliate but also because of the oils and the honey. I tend to have dry skin because I swim each day and using the scrub on my arms helps with my dry skin.

My recipes for the 4 different scrubs are based on the same sugar blend. It is what I add in the way of spices and Essential Oils that makes each scrub so different and individually wonderful!

Base Recipe to Make 4 Jars of Scrub

300 g raw sugar

200 g brown sugar

70 g honey

80 g coconut oil (you could use sweet almond oil or a light olive oil)

Mix all ingredients together in a large bowl. When mixed, divide into 4 different bowls ready to add the spices etc.

Scrub Variations

Coffee and Vanilla Scrub

10 g coffee beans, ground finely

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste

1 drop Clove Essential Oil

Grind the coffee beans and add all ingredients to your sugar base mix. Place in a storage jar.

Citrus Delight

12 drops each of Green Mandarin and Grapefruit Oils.

(You could use Wild Orange and Lime Oil)

Add the oils to your sugar base mix. Place in a storage jar.

 Oatmeal and Spice

20 g oatmeal, ground into small pieces

1 teaspoon cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

1/2 teaspoon cardamom

15 drops Ginger Essential Oil

5 drops Clove Essential Oil

Grind the oatmeal and add all ingredients to your sugar base mix. Place in a storage jar.

Lavender

25 drops Lavender Essential Oil

Add the oils to your sugar base mix. Place in a storage jar.

Containers

You will also need 4 jars to store your scrubs in. I use plastic screw cap jars. I am trying to reduce the use of plastic in my house but I really don’t feel comfortable having glass in my shower!

How to use the scrubs

The scrubs are best used when you are in the shower. Take a few fingers full of the scrub, divide this up between your two hands and use your hands to spread the scrub over your arms, upper body and legs.

Enjoy the sensation and the wonderful aromas! 

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Gillian (and Andrew)