Homemade Cleansing Face Scrub

Pamper yourself with a homemade facial scrub.

Using a cleansing scrub for your face will remove dead skin cells and help keep your complexion glowing. Facial scrubs also clean your pores and cut down on pimples and breakouts. There are many facial scrubs available commercially, but there are several benefits of homemade facial scrubs. Homemade facial scrubs are less expensive than store-bought and you can tailor your scrub for your specific needs. Making your own facial scrub also ensures that you know exactly what is in the scrub. An oatmeal facial scrub uses everyday ingredients and is effective in cleaning and toning your skin without being harsh.

Things You'll Need

• 1 tbsp. steel-cut oats
• Blender or food processor
• Small bowl
• 1 tsp. lemon juice
• 2 tsp. yogurt
• Spoon
• Washcloth
• Towel

Instructions

1. Place the steel-cut oats in the blender or food processor. Blend or pulse the oats until they are finely ground.

2. Pour the ground steel-cut oats into a bowl. Add the lemon juice and the yogurt to the bowl.

3. Stir the ingredients until they are well blended.

4. Wash your face and neck. Hold a warm washcloth against your face for a minute to open your pores and ready them for cleaning.

5. Apply the scrub to your face and neck. Using your fingers, gently work the scrub in a circular motion.

6. Rinse your face and neck with warm water. You can also leave the scrub on as a mask and wait five minutes before rinsing.

7. Pat, do not rub, your face and neck with a towel until they are dry.

Tips & Warnings

• This gentle facial scrub can be used every day if desired.

• Use strawberry yogurt for a refreshing aroma.

References

• Sassy Bella: 10 Homemade Facial Scrubs

Resources

• Homemade Facial Scrubs and Masks