Hey guys I am super excited to share this DIY Cinnamon Spice Body Sugar Scrub Recipe with you! The recipe is simple and easy to make and free from toxins. Since there are so many unknowns when it comes to ingredients in body products, it is important to become more aware of what we are using in efforts to reduce our toxic load.
While there are some amazing organic products on the market due to demand, it is also really nice to implement some DIY body products into your regimen where you can. I started making my own body scrub after spending too much money on organic exfoliation productions with hardly anything in the jar.
Exfoliation as part of your shower routine can often be overlooked. Using this DIY Cinnamon Spice Body Sugar Scrub will remove dead skin cells leaving you with brighter, healthier looking skin! Every month our skin naturally sheds however, sometimes we need help removing flaky, dry skin or clogged pores. Implementing a regular exfoliation practice will encourage that skin turnover.
How often you choose to exfoliate really depends on your skin type. While some people can exfoliate 2x a week some may only tolerate it 1x a week or every other week. This DIY Cinnamon Spice Body Sugar Scrub naturally hydrates the skin thanks to the organic olive oil and jojoba oil! Olive Oil is a natural humectant making it an ideal ingredient to nourish the skin and draw moisture in.
I recommend using an organic body oil after the DIY Sugar Scrub as your skin will better lock in moisture after removing the dead skin cells. I slather on jojoba oil after the scrub. Jojoba oil is closest to our natural skin, so it is a great all over oil to choose in place of lotion. Keep in mind, since your pores will be open after using the sugar scrub, it is important to use an organic oil or lotion otherwise you are letting toxins seep into your skin and be absorbed by the body. For more on organic skincare check out this blog post.
DIY Cinnamon Spice Body Sugar Scrub
This DIY sugar scrub will remove dead skin cells revealing healthier looking skin!
Ingredients
- 1 cup Organic Granulated Sugar
- 3 tbsp Organic Jojoba Oil
- 3 tbsp Organic Olive Oil
- 1 tbsp Organic Vanilla Extract
- 1 tsp Organic Cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp Organic Nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp Organic Cardamon
Instructions
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Combine ingredients in a bowl and stir until blended
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Pour into an airtight container
Be sure to use an airtight container and the sugar scrub will last for two months. Also, it is best to store the DIY Cinnamon Spice Body Scrub outside of the bathroom because the moisture from the shower will melt the sugar. Additionally, using a spoon to scoop the scrub from the jar instead of your wet hand will keep moisture from getting into the jar.
The DIY Cinnamon Spice Body Sugar Scrub is a super cute homemade gift idea for the holiday season or other special occasions. You can purchase twine, cinnamon sticks and a scoop to create fun packaging.
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Give this recipe a try and let me know what you think in the comments!
