How to Make Almond Facial Scrub

Save money on expensive facial cleansers by making your own facial cleanse at home. Natural ingredients are gentle on the skin and provide a healthy glow and pleasing aroma. Follow the tips below to make an almond facial scrub.

Things You'll Need

• Almond meal
• Kaolin clay
• Oat powder
• Honey powder
• Borax
• Distilled water
• Small bowl

Instructions

1. In a small bowl combine 1 tsp. each of almond meal, kaolin clay, oat powder, honey powder, borax and 3 tbsp. of distilled water.

2. Let the mixture sit undisturbed for around five minutes. This will allow all of the dry, powdery ingredients to soak in the moisture and mix well.

3. Splash water on your neck and face so that it is damp before applying the almond scrub.

4. Rub the almond scrub on your face and neck using your fingertips. Massage gently in circular motions.

5. Rinse with lukewarm water until your face is clean. Water that is too hot or too cold can damage the skin. Another alternative is to leave the cleanser on as a mask until it hardens. This takes about ten minutes. If using it as a mask, rinse with lukewarm water again.

6. Pat your face softly with a clean towel to dry. Avoid wiping the face roughly with the towel since this can damage the skin.

7. Try making larger amounts for your convenience. Multiply the amounts of the dry ingredients to make as much as you would like. Keep the proportions correct. Keep it stored in a reclosable plastic bag, and mix a small amount with water for each use. The dry mixture will not go bad.