If you were following along when I started shaving with a homemade shave scrub, you know how much I love coconut oil! It is the miracle beauty product for those who like to limit chemicals and get awesome results. Because of coconut oil, I no longer buy shaving cream, face wash, makeup remover, face masks, or face scrubs! And the best part is that it works WAY better than the products I was using previously anyway! Coconut oil benefits the skin in many ways, especially since it is antifungal and antibacterial. Many are noticing their scars are going away too! I could go on and on about the benefits of coconut oil (organic, virgin) in your diet as well, but we will save that for another post.
This one is about Coconut Oil Facial Scrub. Let's move forward shall we?
Oh…and before we get too far…if you love this recipe, you will love our Coconut oil face mask, or our DIY Face mask to get rid of blackheads
First, I would get some refillable product containers for DIY beauty products. You can find them in all sizes and varieties online. I started out just putting them in a cup and of course my kids got it everywhere!
Second, get yourself some Organic Virgin Coconut Oil. I LOVE the Nutiva brand(I'm not being paid to say that, I just really love it). You can usually find it at Costco, or Amazon. The benefits of getting it on Amazon is being able to get a smaller jar if you aren't quite ready to commit to the big tub (you will be ready soon though).
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Coconut Oil Face Wash
I don't use face scrub every night. I use plain coconut oil as a face wash, and then every few days use the scrub to make the skin soft and smooth. If you are just wanting to cleanse, scoop some coconut oil into your hands and rub it together a little bit. Coconut oil is usually firm in the jar (unless your house is hot), but it will soften up quickly in your hands. Cover your face with the coconut oil and then take a warm wash cloth and let it rest on your face for 30 seconds or so to open up your pores. Then wipe it all off! You will be amazed at how well coconut oil cleanses your makeup off! It even works with waterproof mascara! I have skin that can be oily sometimes, so I was hesitant to use an oil on my face in the beginning, but I learned that oil actually attracts oil, so it does a great job of cleaning all the oils and makeup off of your face. And it has never left my face feeling greasy. I usually give it at least 10 minutes to absorb before applying any makeup
Coconut Oil Face Scrub
For a facial scrub, you will mix 1 Tablespoon coconut oil with 1 Tablespoon baking soda. Some people use sugar, which I think is great for the body, but a little too rough for the skin. If you decide to use sugar, use brown sugar.
If you are making enough to store in a container, just keep doubling the recipe until you have the amount you want. You can add 2-3 drops of essential oil to your mixture too.
My favorite Essential Oils for the skin:
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Lemon is anatural astringent and antibacterial, so it's great for those with oil-prone skin. Lavender helps you relax and regenerates skin cells. Frankincense is anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory, so it's great for those prone to acne. Melaleuca is also great for acne-prone skin.
Let me know what you think!
And don't forget to try shaving with this DIY Shave scrub. Your legs will never be softer!
FAQs
Place 1/2 cup Coconut Oil in microwave safe dish, and microwave for 45 seconds, or until completely melted. Transfer melted Coconut Oil to small mixing bowl, and stir in 1 cup of White Sugar. Mix well. Add 10 drops of Vanilla Essential Oil {or more for a stronger scent}, and mix again until well combined.
How do you make a facial scrub with coconut oil? ›
Place 1/2 cup Coconut Oil in microwave safe dish, and microwave for 45 seconds, or until completely melted. Transfer melted Coconut Oil to small mixing bowl, and stir in 1 cup of White Sugar. Mix well. Add 10 drops of Vanilla Essential Oil {or more for a stronger scent}, and mix again until well combined.
What is the ratio for sugar scrub with coconut oil? ›
The Basic Recipe
here are the basic ingredients you'll need to make this body scrub: 3/4 cup (150 g) of coarse sugar. 3 Tbsp of oil. a few drops (to smell preference) of your favorite essential oil fragrance/s.
How do you mix coconut oil and sugar? ›
Here's How You Do It
Coconut Oil will be solid below 76 degrees. If you live in a warmer climate your Coconut Oil may already be liquid in the jar so you don't need to heat it up. Measure 2 cups of sugar into a bowl and slowly add your melted coconut oil. Mix until your sugar and coconut oil are combined.
What is the recipe for homemade facial scrub? ›
Just take a tablespoon of oats and add a teaspoon of sugar in it. Add a few drops of olive oil or honey to turn it into a paste. Apply the mask all over your face and let it dry off. Scrub it gently while washing off and make sure you don't hurt your face in the process.
How do you make homemade exfoliating face scrub? ›
Mash 1/4 cup of cubed fresh pineapple and 1/4 cup of cubed fresh papaya together, then add two tablespoons of brown sugar, one tablespoon of sweet almond oil, and another tablespoon of honey. Apply to your face skin and leave it for a few minutes. Rinse with lukewarm water.
Can I use sugar and coconut oil to scrub my face? ›
Coconut oil with scrub acts as an effective exfoliation to gently get rid of dead skin cells. Sugar particles are less abrasive than salt particles. As a result, they thoroughly cleanse your skin, open your pores, encourage the creation of new skin cells, and eliminate all traces of makeup.
Is coconut oil and sugar a good face scrub? ›
A coconut oil sugar scrub can be an excellent way to exfoliate and moisturize the skin, remove makeup, eliminate wrinkles and prevent oxidative stress on the face, leaving you feeling and looking younger than ever before.
How long does DIY face scrub last? ›
As long as you save your homemade body scrub in a well sealed container so no moisture or other environmental components can get in, then it can last up to six months. Be sure to add a label to the bottom with the date your scrub was made.
What can I mix with coconut oil for my face? ›
Coconut oil is an excellent DIY face mask. Combining coconut oil, lemon juice, and honey provides extra skin hydration. Apply the mix to your face and let it sit for 15 minutes to nourish and moisturize your skin.
Liquid or solid coconut oil works great. To make this scrub, I started with liquid because it's easier to mix in. Then, I refrigerated the finished scrub for about 30 minutes to solidify so that the sugar doesn't sink to the bottom.
What is the best homemade exfoliator for mature skin? ›
Coffee grounds, sugar, finely ground sea salt, cinnamon and oats are some of the best ingredients to use in a homemade exfoliating scrub, Roff says. She is a big fan of sugar face scrubs, as they can brighten dull skin and fight signs of aging.
How do you make a 3 ingredient body scrub? ›
How To Make Sugar Scrub. Add all your ingredients (sugar, baby oil or coconut oil, and body wash) into a bowl and stir the mixture until combined to make this DIY sugar scrub. If you use coconut oil you need to get it to liquid form. A few seconds in the microwave and you'll have the coconut oil melted.
How do you make homemade face scrub with coconut oil and baking soda? ›
If coconut oil is part of your beauty routine, you can add ½ to 1 teaspoon of baking soda per tablespoon of coconut oil to help exfoliate your skin at the same time. To use as a mask, apply to your face and neck, avoiding the eyes and eye area. Leave in place for 5-10 minutes.
Is coconut oil good for your face? ›
Coconut oil for face is popular as it is highly moisturising and can also reduce inflammation, counteract free radical damage and prevent infection. Not only this but coconut oil for face can boost the production of collagen which helps to firm skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Does coconut oil scrub clog pores? ›
Coconut oil has many appealing skincare benefits: It's extremely moisturizing, antimicrobial, and fairly affordable, and you can buy it right at the supermarket. But it can also clog your pores—especially if you have oily or combination skin—and may not be the best skincare product for some people.
