How to Exfoliate With a Sugar Scrub

Salts or sugars can be used to exfoliate skin.

If you want super-soft skin but are on a budget, you can employ common food ingredients to create an effective scrub. You can exfoliate skin using either sugar or salt. Different types of sugars -- different kinds of brown or white -- will also work. Look in your pantry before purchasing ingredients. Apply your paste three or four times a week, and use gentle circular motions.

Things You'll Need

• Sugar
• Honey
• Olive oil, almond oil, aloe vera oil or other essential oils

Instructions

1. Make a paste by combining your ingredients. Mix about half a cup of sugar with 3 tablespoons of honey and an equal amount of oil. Add water to make a thick paste.

2. Take a shower before applying the paste to your skin. Rub it in circular strokes over skin. Let it set for a couple of minutes, and then rinse thoroughly.

3. Apply your favorite moisturizer as soon as you get out of the tub or shower. Your skin should be soft and smooth.

Tips & Warnings

• Concentrate on dry areas, such as knees, heels and elbows.

• Use super-fine sugar if you have sensitive skin.

References

• Skin Care Recipes and Remedies: Body Scrubs - Exfoliate and Rejuvenate the Skin of Your Body