Unboxing Beauty

I love sugar lib scrubs.  I have purchased many of them over the years and now I decided to make my own.  I use a lot of it, and I like to try out different flavors, so it makes sense economically.  I also love how easy it is to make.

What you will need:

• Coconut Oil
• Sugar
• Flavored extract of your choice:  almond, vanilla, mint, orange, etc.
• A small container.  I save my small 1 oz jars for this purpose.

Step 1:  Add 2 tablespoons of sugar to your jar

Step 2:  Add 1 1/2 teaspoons of coconut oil to the sugar

Step 3:  Add 1/4 teaspoon flavored extract

Step 4:  Mix well. You might need to add a little bit more oil or sugar to get the consistency that you want. Store in a cool place.

I am using extracts and not essential oils for in this scrub.  Most DIY Sugar lip scrubs use the essential oils which is great for the scent – but not for flavor.  Since this is going on my lips, I want to taste the flavor.

I am not adding honey, but if you wanted to add honey, you can replace a bit of the coconut oil with honey.

Coconut Oil properties: 

• strengthens underlying tissue
• removes excessive dead skin cells
• antibacterial, antiviral and anti-fungal
• contains antioxidants that help skin cell regeneration
• beneficial moisturizer

Sugar Cane properties:

• abrasive enough to help remove dead skin cells and other impurities
• aids the coconut oil to moisturize and renew

Do you make your own sugar lip scrub?  What type of recipe do you use?  What flavorings do you add?