Friday, October 28, 2011

DIY- Sea Salt Body Scrub

It's getting to be that time of the year! The weather is starting to change and get colder and in my family that means dry skin. I found a very simple recipe that anyone can do for a nice salt body scrub. The oil used gives your skin a nice nourished feel and the sea salt gets rid of all the dry excess skin.


What you'll need:
 
1 Cup-Sea Salt
1 Cup-Almond Oil (I've heard olive oil works just as well. I prefer almond because it feel lighter)
2-3 drops Essential Oil (optional)
Measuring Cup
Mixing Bowl
Container with lid



Directions:

Start by adding your one cup of salt into the mixing bowl. Measure out your one cup of almond oil (or your choice) and slowly mix into the salt. I found that if I put exactly one cup of oil in the salt it was too runny for my taste. So, pour in slowly and stop when you reach your desired consistency. Should be like a paste. Now is the time to add a couple drops of your favorite essential oil. I decided to opt out of this step because none was available at the time. Get creative with it though. I've heard people who like to add citrus zest or even mint to theirs. Make it your own. When you're finished put your sea salt scrub into a container so you can use it over and over again! I like to use canning cans. They're inexpensive and seal well. Hope you enjoy this easy to do salt scrub as much as I do! Good luck.