Facial Scrubs & Make Up Remover with 4 Recipes

These facial scrub recipes are made using everyday ingredients from your kitchen and pantry. On the plus side, they will only take a few minutes to make.

Oatmeal Cleanser

1/2  C. oatmeal
2 Tbsp. plain unsweetened yogurt

Mix yogurt and oatmeal together, using enough yogurt to form a paste. Smooth over entire face avoiding the eye area. Leave on for ten minutes and rinse well.

 

Sweet Oil Scrub

1 Tbsp. olive oil
2 Tbsp. dark brown sugar

Mix ingredients in a bowl. Apply to skin in gentle circular motion for one to two minutes. Rinse with a soft cloth and warm water. This cleanser does feel greasy, but after you rinse and pat dry, your skin feels silky soft.

 

coconutCoconut Cleanser

3 Tbsp. coconut oil
1 tsp. olive oil
1 tsp. glycerin
2 tsp. water

Place all ingredients in a double boiler. When melted remove from heat and beat with a whisk for five minutes. Transfer to a jar when cool. You can also add a few drops of vitamin e oil as a preservative.

 

Make Up Remover

3 Tbsp. coconut oil
3 Tbsp. olive oil
1 tsp. avocado oil

Mix all ingredients together. Place in bottle, label and date. Shelf life is four months. Use a cotton ball or tissue to apply the oil to your face area and gently wipe off. After all the makeup is removed, wash and rinse your face as usual.

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