Exfoliating D.I.Y. Strawberry Sugar Body Scrub

Another day, another strawberry d.i.y. recipe (I told you guys I was on a strawberry kick lately.)  This recipe is for a full body sugar scrub that will leave your skin looking healthy and glowing with soft skin.  Strawberries have a lot of beneficial nutrients within them that can do wonders for your body.  Here’s a few examples:

• Vitamin C which acts as a protector to skin and also works to prevent acne and pimples from popping up
• Salicylic Acid which works to destroy free radicals and prevent premature aging as well as lightning and fading acne scars and blemishes
• Ellagic Acid which is an antioxidant that heals damaged skin and provides skin with a youthful glow
• Folate which works to regenerate cells as well as produce new ones

So, a couple of minutes to whip up this recipe and then treat your body and your skin to the benefits of strawberries!

What you need:

• 4 ripe strawberries
• 3 tbsp. oil (olive or coconut)
• 1/2 c. sugar

What you do:

• Cut the greens off the tops of the strawberries.  In a bowl, gently mash the strawberries with a fork until they form a pulp like paste
• Add the sugar to the mashed strawberries and mix well; then add the oil last
• Mix all ingredients until well blended and a paste like consistency forms (if your mixture is too runny/moist, add some more sugar.  If your mixture seems too gritty/dry add a little more oil)
• In the shower or tub, apply the mixture to your body and gently massage into skin for a few minutes.  Then rinse well with warm water.
• Follow up with your favorite lotion

Comments:

• Use caution in the shower or tub when using this scrub (or any).  The oils in this scrub can cause the floors to become very slippery and slick which can be dangerous.  It’s best to put a rubber bath mat or towel down and use caution as well.
• Be sure to thoroughly rinse all remains of the scrub out of your shower and tub when finished to avoid any stains/marks from the strawberries

 

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D.I.Y. Exfoliating Strawberry Lip Scrub

OK, since I’ve posted a strawberry foot scrub and a strawberry smoothie recipe earlier today I figured why not post another strawberry recipe?  (Besides, I really like strawberries and seem to be on a strawberry kick lately.)  So, here’s a recipe for a super easy to make strawberry lip scrub recipe.  It’s quick and easy to make and does a great job at exfoliating your lips, ridding them of dryness and leaving them looking healthy and moisturized.

What you need:

• 1 small ripe strawberry
• 1 tsp. sugar
• 1/2 tsp. oil (olive, almond or coconut)

What you do:

• Cut the green top off of the strawberry and cut the strawberry in half and place in a small bowl.  Mash the strawberry using a fork until it is a pulp-like consistency.
• Add the sugar and then the oil to the mixture and mix until a gritty paste forms.  (If the mixture is too moist/runny, add some more sugar to it)
• Apply the mixture to your lips and gently massage for a few moments (pursing your lips together and rubbing works well too)
• Rinse mixture off with a washcloth and some warm water.  Follow up with a moisturizing lip balm/chapstick.

Comments:

• If you have extra mixture leftover, you can store it in a airtight jar but only for a day or two because the strawberry will spoil…this is a mixture better used immediately and made in small batches.

DIY Delicious Oatmeal Coconut Cookie Scrub

Treat your skin to this delicious body scrub that will exfoliate skin and leave it glowing (and not to mention, smelling delicious!)

What You Need:

• 1 cup oatmeal
• 3 tbsp. brown sugar
• 2 tbsp. sugar
• 6 tbsp. coconut oil

What You Do:

• Combine all ingredients (oil last) in a bowl and mix well
• Use immediately or transfer mixture to an airtight container or jar for storage
• When ready to use, apply and gently massage into skin for a few moments and rinse well with water

Soothing Tropical Coconut Eye Cream

Treat the delicate area under your eyes to this soothing tropical scented eye cream!

 

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp. cocoa butter
• 3 tbsp. coconut oil

 

Directions:

• If the cocoa butter is not already grated, go ahead and grate it
• Combine all ingredients in a microwave bowl and heat until melted
• Carefully removed the melted mixture from the microwave and stir well
• Transfer the mixture from the bowl to a container for storage
• Let cool completely before using
• Apply under eyes at night

Yummy Orange Citrus and Sugar Lip Scrub

 

Treat your lips to a sweet citrusy scrub that sure to polish dry and chapped lips!

 

Ingredients:

• 3 tsp. sugar
• 4 drops vitamin E oil
• 3 tsp. coconut oil
• Couple drops of orange juice

 

Directions:

• Combine all ingredients; mix well
• Apply mixture to lips and gently massage for a few moments
• Wipe the mixture off and rinse with water
• Follow up with your favorite lip balm

Cranberry and Honey Lip Gloss

Create your own sweet and tarty lip gloss!

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp. sweet almond oil
• 10 fresh cranberries
• 1 tsp. honey
• 1 vitamin E capsule

Directions:

• Combine all ingredients together in a microwave safe bowl
• Microwave the mixture for a couple of minutes or until the mixture starts to boil
• Remove from heat
• Gently and carefully crush the cranberries in the mixture; mix well
• Let mixture cool for 5-10 minutes
• Strain the mixture
• Once the mixture is completely cool, transfer it to lip gloss pots/containers for storage

Citrus Honey Lip Gloss

Create your own honey citrus lip gloss easily with this D.I.Y. recipe!

Ingredients:

• 8 tsp. sweet almond oil
• 2 tsp. beeswax pellets/beads
• 1 vitamin E capsule
• 1 tsp. honey
• 6 drops citrus flavoring

Directions:

• Melt the beeswax and almond oil over heat; remove from heat
• Add the vitamin E capsule to the heated mixture (break open the capsule); mix well
• Add the remaining ingredients to the mixture; mix well
• Transfer the mixture into lip gloss pots/containers for storage
• Wait to use until fully cool

Lemon and Honey Lip Gloss

Easily make your very own lip gloss!

Ingredients:

• 2 tsp. beeswax pellets
• 1 tsp. honey
• 1 tsp. aloe vera gel
• 1 tsp. lemon extract
• 1 tbsp. vitamin E oil
• 5 drops lemon essential oil

Directions:

• Melt the beeswax over heat while stirring; remove from heat
• Add all remaining ingredients (except essential oil); mix well
• Add the essential oil to the mixture; mix well
• Transfer mixture to lip gloss pot/container for storage
• Do not use until fully cool

D.I.Y. Shaving Cream

A lathery shaving cream that can be made at home!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup shampoo
• 1 cup conditioner
• 5 tbsp. lotion
• 5 tbsp. coconut oil

Directions:

• Combine all ingredients; mix well

*The consistency of this mixture is somewhat thin.  To thicken it, you can add more lotion.

Tropical Lip Gloss

Coat your lips in this tropical island inspired lip gloss!

Ingredients:

• 1 tsp. grated cocoa butter
• 1 tsp. coconut oil
• 1 tsp. macadamia nut oil
• 1 tsp. light sesame oil
• 1/8 tsp. vitamin E oil
  

Directions:

• Combine all ingredients in a microwave safe bowl/container; warm mixture in the microwave until cocoa butter and coconut oil are melted
• Stir well
• Transfer mixture into lip gloss containers for storage
• Let cool completely before using