Homemade scrubs are the best and one of the best ingredient for a homemade face and body scrub that is both gentle and exfoliating in the same time is sugar. Sugar is a great natural exfoliant that is suitable for all skin types – from oily to sensitive skin.
Probably the best thing about the homemade face and body scrubs with sugar is that you can add more or less things to them and make them as gentle or as grainy as you want it. So here are 10 homemade face and body scrubs with sugar that will make your skin velvety smooth and silky.
Homemade face and body scrub with sugar and olive oil
This tried and tested homemade face and body scrub is very efficient and it is made from only two ingredients that you probably already have in your kitchen. It will leave your skin silky and smooth after the first use. You will need: 2 tablespoons of sugar and one tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil. If you’re going to use it as a homemade body scrub, double or triple this recipe. Mix the sugar and he extra virgin olive oil and apply the scrub on your face or body. Massage your skin in circular motions for 1-2 minutes and rinse it with lukewarm water. This homemade face and body scrub is great for every skin type, just be gentle when massaging your face if you have sensitive skin.
Homemade face and body scrub with brown sugar and honey
This is a very versatile homemade sugar scrub because you can make it more or less grainy and abrasive depending on your preference. If you want to make a gentle scrub for your face and body, use soft light brown sugar or if you need more harsh sugar scrub for your knees or heels of your feet use demerara sugar because it has larger crystals and makes a scrub that is a little bit more harsh. For this homemade sugar scrub you will need: 2 tablespoons of brown sugar (of your choice) and one tablespoon of honey. Mix the sugar with the honey and apply it on your face or body. If you use this recipe for body scrub, double or triple the recipe. Massage your skin for 1-2 minutes and rinse.
Homemade face and body scrub with sugar and strawberries
This homemade face and body scrub will make your skin incredibly soft and smooth and also it smells amazing. For this homemade sugar scrub you will need one strawberry and 2 tablespoons of sugar (double or triple the recipe if you’re going to use it as a body scrub). Mash the strawberry and mix in the sugar. Apply it on your face and massage your skin for 1-2 minutes. Rinse with lukewarm water.
Homemade face and body scrub with sugar and vanilla
If you love sweet vanilla scents then you’re absolutely going to love this sugar scrub. This recipe takes the ordinary sugar scrub to a whole new level – it turns it into a luxurious spa experience at home. You will need 2 tablespoons of sugar, one tablespoon of sweet almond oil and a few drops of pure vanilla extract (or you can use the seeds from 1/4 vanilla pod). Mix all the ingredients and apply the homemade vanilla sugar scrub on your face or body (if you want you can double or triple the recipe). Massage your skin for 1-2 minutes and rinse with lukewarm water. After using this homemade sugar scrub, you skin will be velvety smooth and it will smell amazing.
Homemade face and body scrub with sugar and coconut oil
This is incredibly simple homemade face and body scrub that has only two ingredients, but if you want to make it more special, you can add 1-2 drops of your favorite essential oil. You will need: 2 tablespoons of sugar and one tablespoon of coconut oil. Mix the coconut oil and sugar and apply it on your face or body. Massage your skin for 1-2 minutes and rinse the DIY sugar scrub with lukewarm water. You can finish your facial treatment with rejuvenating homemade face mask.
Homemade face and body scrub with milk and honey
This homemade face and body scrub is made from simple ingredients, but it feels rich and luxurious. You will need 3 tablespoons of sugar, one teaspoon of honey and one teaspoon of milk. Mix the ingredients together and apply it on your face or body. Massage your skin in circular motions for 1-2 minutes and rinse with warm water.
Homemade face and body scrub with sugar and ginger
This slightly spicy and fresh homemade face and body scrub will make your skin smooth and refreshed. Be sure to double or triple the recipe if you’re going to use it as a body scrub. You will need 2 tablespoons of sugar, one teaspoon of freshly grated ginger and one tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil (or you can use sweet almond oil or coconut oil). Mix all of the ingredients together and apply the scrub on your face or body and massage your skin gently for 1-2 minutes, after that rinse with warm water.
Homemade face and body scrub with sugar and lemon
This is a very fresh and citrusy homemade sugar scrub, and it is great for any skin type especially oily skin because it makes the skin clean and refreshed, You will need 2 tablespoons of sugar, one tablespoon of honey and the grated zest of half a lemon. Mix all the ingredients together and apply the mixture to your face and body. Massage your skin gently with circular movements for 1-2 minutes and rinse.
Homemade face and body scrub with sugar and yogurt
This again is a nourishing and fresh homemade face and body scrub that will exfoliate your skin and also moisturize it in the same time. For this homemade sugar scrub you will need 1 tablespoon of sugar and 1 teaspoon of yogurt. Mix the ingredients together and apply the mixture on your face. If you want to make a homemade sugar body scrub, then simply double or triple the recipe. Apply the DIY sugar scrub on your face or body and massage for couple of minutes, after that rinse with warm water.
Homemade face and body scrub with sugar and green tea
If you like to drink green tea, then you will love this DIY face and body scrub with sugar and green tea. It is very simple and easy to make, all you have to do is to take one teaspoon on green tea from your cup and use it for your DIY sugar scrub. You will need: 2 tablespoons of sugar (brown or white sugar), one teaspoon of green tea and one teaspoon of extra virgin olive oil (or sweet almond oil or coconut oil). Mix all the ingredients together and apply the sugar scrub on your face. Massage your skin for couple of minutes and rinse.
