Scrubs are so simple to make and great for beginner DIY-ers! I bet you have most, if not all, of the ingredients in your pantry right now.
I have made the move away from commercial gifts (where possible) and will often make a scrub like this, package it in a pretty jar, and gift it to someone I love.
This Coconut & Lime Scrub recipe is so versatile, feel free to use whatever citrus fruit you have, substituting the lime for lemon, grapefruit, orange etc.
Coconut & Lime Scrub
Makes: 170 g Prep time: < 5 min.
Ingredients
- 125 g sugar
- 30 g coconut oil (the type that solidifies)
- 10 g coconut (desiccated)
- 1 lime – zest only (finely chopped and dehydrated)
- 10 drops of essential oils
My Choice of Essential Oils
My favourite essential oil in this recipe is lime, but don’t be limited by my suggestions. Use oils that fit your budget, or those that you already have in your collection. Read here for more information on essential oils.
Method
Add all ingredients into a jar or container (with lid) and mix until combined.
To Use
Use on wet skin and massage gently over entire body. Rinse with warm water.
3 Comments
I made this this and my kids love it (and eat it in the shower ?)
Hi, can you please tell me how to dehydrate the zest? And how long will this keep? Thank you ?
https://krissyballinger.com.au/recipes/coconut-lime-scrub/
You can peel zest with a veggie peeler, and leave in the sun or a low oven until crisp 🙂