The food in your kitchen can also work in your beauty routine. Discover which ingredients you can use to make a homemade scrub for your hands.

Yoghurt: 

This creamy dairy product is not only great for making desserts, but it's also excellent for caring for your skin's health. Yoghurt is a rich source of protein, calcium, as well as vitamins and minerals, so applying it to the skin helps keep it hydrated. To top it off, the lactic acid naturally present in yoghurt is an exfoliating agent that removes dead skin cells. So don’t hesitate to apply any leftover yoghurt for radiant and soft skin.

Sugar:

To remove layers of dead skin or get rid of more specific problems, like blemishes or blackheads, you need an ingredient that gently scrubs your skin's surface. Sugar is an ideal ingredient for exfoliating your skin, as the glycolic acid present in this food maintains the balance of oils in the skin. Use it to exfoliate gently while avoiding your skin from becoming too oily or too dry.

Honey: 

You probably already know that, thanks to its antibiotic properties, honey helps combat acne. However, the benefits of this sweet food go beyond that. Honey is also a fabulous exfoliating ingredient, so applying it helps achieve clearer and brighter skin. The only detail with honey is that you should be careful when using it, especially if you have any allergies, such as to pollen, bee venom, or celery. If you want to use it in your beauty routine, it's best to first test the scrub on a small section of your skin.

Olive Oil:

When your hands look lifeless or even start to show wrinkles, it’s likely that antioxidants are taking a toll on your skin's health. Olive oil is excellent for these cases, as it not only prevents premature aging but can also prevent skin cancer. Additionally, the high levels of vitamins A, D, E, and K help keep your hands' skin in good condition for longer.

Coffee: 

You probably already know that ground coffee beans are good for treating cellulite, especially on the thighs and legs. But what about the hands? Caffeine also has great benefits for the skin on the hands. Just like olive oil, coffee has an antioxidant effect, which helps combat problems caused by free radicals. Exfoliating with coffee grounds can significantly improve the appearance of hand skin thanks to vitamin B3 and chlorogenic acid. The former prevents certain types of skin cancer, and the latter reduces inflammation.