How to Make Sea Salt Foot Scrub

Sea salt foot scrub is a very simple homemade remedy for dead skin cells that build up on the rough parts of the foot, like the heel and ball. The skin in these areas is up to ten times thicker than any other part of the body, so sometimes dead skin will need to be sloughed off. This relaxing, lightly scented foot scrub will help remove dead skin and exfoliate your skin at the same time. This sea salt scrub can also be used on rough elbows and knees, though it should be used more gently in those areas.

Things You'll Need

• 6 tbsp. sea salt
• 4 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
• 10 drops rosemary essential oil
• 10 drops lavender essential oil

Instructions

1. Combine the sea salt and extra virgin olive oil in a small glass jar with a tight fitting lid and shake gently.

2. Add the rosemary and lavender essential oils to the jar and shake gently to combine.

3. Store the sea salt foot scrub in a cool, dry place for 48 hours before the first use. Shake for about 30 seconds before each use.

Tips & Warnings

• Rub the sea salt foot scrub on the heels and balls of the feet and scrub with a washcloth or pumice stone. This is best done in the shower when the skin of the feet has softened because of the hot water.

• Avoid mixing or storing any type of homemade skin care products in an aluminum container, as there is serious concern about heavy metals entering the bloodstream through the pores.

References

• Organic Body Care Recipes; Tourles, Stephanie; 2007

Resources

• Read this Article in Spanish
• All Natural Beauty: Homemade Beauty Recipes and Tips
• My Beauty Recipes: Homemade Beauty Recipes