Beauty Tips
Homemade Brown Sugar Scrub
By
Eloísa Carmona - 2021-11-24T16:24:20Z
Exfoliating the skin can be a great way to give it radiance, and making homemade scrubs with brown sugar is super easy, and most likely you won’t need to buy extra ingredients, as you can use what you have at home.Brown sugar is a great exfoliant because of the small size of its granules, which loosen the bonds of skin cells, remove dead cells, and promote the emergence of new cells.On the other hand, brown sugar is a natural humectant that keeps the skin soft and hydrated; it is gentler than salt on the skin, ideal for sensitive skin, and it is also an economical ingredient.How to make a homemade brown sugar scrubThe granules of sugar can make the skin feel sticky, so make sure to rinse well after exfoliating with this homemade remedy for sensitive skin.You will need:1/2 cup of brown sugar1/2 cup of vegetable oil which can be coconut, jojoba, olive, almond, or grape seed oilMix the brown sugar with the oil in a bowl, and if necessary, add more sugar or oil to achieve the right consistency. If desired, you can also add one or two drops of your favorite essential oil to the mixture. It is important to achieve the right consistency; this means it should not be too liquid, as this can make it difficult to take with your hands, but it should not be too dry and crumble too much.Once ready, apply the homemade brown sugar scrub with gentle circular motions on the skin, and then rinse with warm water.It is advisable to do this two to three times a week and to avoid doing it daily, as over-exfoliating the skin can leave it dry, sensitive, and irritated. If your skin is dry and sensitive, it is best to do it only once a week, and if you have a skin condition or are unsure about how often you should exfoliate your skin, consult your dermatologist.