Brown sugar scrub is incredibly simple to make and is gentle on the skin. It can be used on sensitive skin without any discomfort. These recipes stay fresh for as long as a year and hence you may prepare large batches to save time.
While storing, it is better to avoid plastic jars. Go for a glass jar instead.
If you living in a tropical region, the oils you use in these scrub recipes may be in liquid form. This will result in the brown sugar dissolving in the oil, defeating its purpose. Hence please keep the homemade sugar scrub refrigerated.
Benefits Of Using Brown Sugar On Skin
- Anti bacterial
- Contains antioxidants
- Reduces acne
- Good for exfoliating dead skin cells
- Contains glycolic acids (alpha hydroxy acids)
- Promotes new cell growth and regeneration
- Moisturises the skin
- Makes skin soft
- Suited for all skin types
- Lightens dark spots and scars
- Controls melanin production and darkening of the skin
The size of brown sugar molecules are much smaller compared to the usual granulated sugar. This makes it perfect for sensitive skin types.
Best Brown Sugar Scrub Recipes
- Brown Sugar – 2 tablespoon
- Coconut oil – 1 Tablespoon
You may substitute coconut oil with olive oil or almond oil.
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- Brown Sugar – 2 Tablespoon
- Olive oil – 1 Teaspoon
- Honey – 1 tablespoon
Honey is anti bacterial making it suitable choice for acne for skin. It also helps retain moisture on the skin.
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- Brown sugar – 2 Tablespoon
- Vitamin E oil – 2 gel capsules
- Honey – 1 Teaspoon
Vitamin E capsule – Evion 200 or Evion 400
Vitamin E oil is rich in antioxidants. This is why people use it in their anti ageing skin care routine. It does delay the signs of ageing. Vitamin e oil also helps reduce hyper pigmentation and scars. It certainly rejuvenates and promotes new cell growth.
Brown Sugar Body Scrub
- Brown sugar – 1 cup
- Olive/almond oil – 1/4 cup
- Vanilla extract – 1 Teaspoon (Options: Lavender/Lemon essential oil)
- Honey – 1 Tablespoon
This body scrub smells delicious. You may also opt for citrus essential oils for a refreshing smell.
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- Brown sugar – 1 cup
- Cocoa powder – 2 tablespoon
- Coconut oil – 1/2 cup
- Honey – 1 Tablespoon
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- Brown Sugar – 1 cup
- Lemon juice – of one lemon
- Honey – 2 Tablespoon
- Coconut oil – 1/4 cup
Adding citrus essential oils like lemon or orange may increase your skin’s sensitivity to the sun and hence it is advisable to use acidic scrubs during the night time.
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Cons
- None
But if you are using this as a body scrub, Your bathroom may end up slippery. It is not really a negative point but just be careful.
Oil and brown sugar may separate over time. Again, this is also not much of a con. It is a all natural product so it may happen sometimes. Just give it a stir and you are good to go.
