DIY Herbal Sugar Scrub: Beyond Glowing Skin
Gentle exfoliation offers benefits that extend beyond the surface of your skin; it extends to your internal systems as well. With the right scrub, combining herbs and oils, along with appropriate pressure and motions, you can not only achieve thorough exfoliation but also stimulate lymphatic drainage, enhance blood circulation, and boost hydration, benefiting your body, mind, and skin holistically.
Ingredients:
1 cup Raw Sugar: Acts as a natural exfoliant to remove dead skin cells.
1/4 cup Rosemary, Calendula, and Violet Herbal-Infused Oil: Nourishes and moisturizes the skin while providing the healing properties of these herbs.
2 tablespoons of Herb Discard: After you make your infused oil, save the herbs that are still saturated with oil.
1/8 cup Aloe Vera Gel or Fresh: Soothes and hydrates the skin, enhancing its natural barrier.
1 tablespoon Lavender Buds: Adds a calming aroma and additional anti-inflammatory benefits.
10 drops Rosemary Essential Oil: Stimulates circulation and imparts a refreshing scent that also promotes mental clarity.
Instructions:
Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, blend the raw sugar with herbal discard and the herbal-infused oil until the sugar is thoroughly coated.
Add Aloe Vera: Mix in the aloe vera gel to help bind the sugar and oil, creating a cohesive scrub texture.
Enhance with Essential Oil: Add the rosemary essential oil, mixing well to ensure the fragrance is evenly distributed throughout the scrub.
Garnish with Lavender: Sprinkle the lavender buds over the mixture for an aesthetically pleasing touch and additional aroma.
Store: Transfer the scrub to an airtight container. Keep it in a cool, dry place in your bathroom.
Usage:
Apply the scrub to damp skin in gentle circular motions. Focus on areas that need extra attention like elbows and knees but avoid any sensitive or broken skin. Spend time on the areas around the lymphs like the neck and collarbone, underarms, groin area, and abdomen.
Rinse with warm water and pat dry.
Follow up with a moisturizer to lock in hydration.
This holistic approach to body scrubbing ensures that you not only achieve a polished and smooth complexion but also enhance your overall wellness through the therapeutic benefits of natural ingredients. Engaging in this type of scrubbing 1-2 times a week can significantly aid in lymphatic drainage without over-irritating the skin.
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