Summer scrubs for your body!!!

With summer coming up, we all want to be ready for the sun and swimwear! Below are two different (but kinda the same) body scrubs. Follow the directions and you will have soft silky skin in no time!! Plus it's really great for your sinuses while your in the shower!

Scrubs are designed to help exfoliate your skin. Why exfoliate?? It removes dull, dead skin cells from the outer layer of the skin. This helps to stimulate blood circulation, remove toxins, clean pores, and most importantly, reveal softer, glowing skin. It can also be helpful in preventing ingrown hairs.

Mint is a great addition to scrubs because it is so cooling and refreshing. When applied to the skin, mint can be used to increase blood flow and reduce muscle tension. As an inhalant, it can be soothing to the nasal passages for allergies.








Salt Versus Sugar
Salt is coarser with more exfoliating power, while sugar is gentle and a better choice for more sensitive skin!

How to Use a Scrub
Using gentle pressure, rub in a circular motion upward toward the heart. This will help stimulate lymphatic flow. Remember to be extra cautious as the oils can make your shower more slippery!

When To Use A Scrub
To prep your skin before using a self tanner for a more even color application. Before shaving or waxing to help prevent ingrown hairs or just to feel better about your skin and get rid of that dead stuff! YUCK!

 
Peppermint Salt Scrub

• 2 cups salt
• 1/2 cup cornmeal
• 1/2 cup sweet almond oil
• 1/2 cup jojoba oil
• 10 drops peppermint essential oil
• 10 drops orange essential oil

1. Mix dry ingredients together and blend well. Add carrier oils and essential oils to the mixture. Blend thoroughly and store in a tightly sealed plastic bag or storage container. Store in the refrigerator and use within four to six weeks. You may safely exfoliate once or twice weekly.
2. To apply, stand in the shower or tub. Using a handful of the scrub, gently rub skin in a circular motion. Start with feet and work toward the heart. Do not use on face or delicate areas. Be careful since the oils can make your shower or tub slippery. If shaving your legs, do so after you exfoliate since the oils will help to lubricate your skin.

 
Peppermint Sugar Scrub

2 cups brown sugar, packed

1/2 cup salt

1/2 cup sweet almond oil

1/2 cup apricot oil

10 drops peppermint essential oil

10 drops vanilla essential oil

1. Mix dry ingredients together and blend well. Add carrier oils and essential oils to the mixture. Blend thoroughly and store in a tightly sealed plastic bag or storage container. Store in the refrigerator and use within four to six weeks. You may safely exfoliate once or twice weekly.
2. To apply, stand in the shower or tub. Using a handful of the scrub, gently rub skin in a circular motion. Start with feet and work toward the heart. Do not use on face or delicate areas. Be careful since the oils can make your shower or tub slippery. If shaving your legs, do so after you exfoliate since the oils will help to lubricate your skin.