Some time ago, I read a recipe for homemade sugar scrub (something I normally purchase for use on my feet). I thought it was a terrific money-saving idea, but I promptly forgot where I had seen it.
For those who are unfamiliar with sugar scrubs or salt scrubs, the grains exfoliate the skin and the oil softens it. Normally, these scrubs have a scent, such as lavender or grapefruit.
Having recently exhausted my current supply of purchased sugar scrub, I resolved to try making my own. I filled the container with a mix of olive oil, granulated sugar and vanilla extract. I would have preferred a citrus extract, but the whole point of this exercise was to avoid a trip to the store, so vanilla was fine. I didn’t measure at all, but simply matched the general consistency to the scrub I had used previously.
The resulting batch was a success. As a bonus, in addition to being soft, my feet now smell like cookies!
CAUTION: If you use any oil based product in the shower, be sure you have a non-slip mat to avoid breaking your neck!
ooh, i’m goign to have to try that! and resist the urge to eat it 😛
It seems funny to put food on your feet, doesn’t it?
Smelling like cookies is way better than smelling like regular old feet. My parched feet with the cracking heels are envious of how soft your feet look.
Brushes also help. Thanks!
Ooo I love smelling like cookies! Also- fab nail polish!
Thanks, Natasia. The polish is new and is labeled “Sally Hansen, Complete Salon Manicure”, color “Raisin the Bar”.
OK–am doing this tonight, Rayme! LOVE feet massage and treatments.
Good, I hope you like it.
I need to try this one which requires me finding a recipe. I work best with recipes.
I’m sure there are plenty of recipes online. I once had a grapefruit scented scrub that I really liked, so I recommend trying a citrus variety. I know I have some rose oil somewhere, so my next batch may be rose scented.
right, i need to care mine, wish me luck!
Good luck, Yisha!
Love this! I’m going to make it tomorrow.
Thanks! I like your blog name — I used to eat a lot of pickles when I was young.
Very good, Rayme! You’re a smart lady. Scrubs like this have cost me around $20.00.
P.S. Your name is new to me, also!! Your friend, Hassie.
Thanks, Hassie!
I’m going to make my brother-in-law, Jesse, try this! Nasty feet…nasty.
Eww. I hope it helps!
I wanna eat that stuff. Maybe I’d better stick with a pumice.
Just don’t eat the pumice. =)
May seem weird for a guy to comment, but great idea. I will be trying this for sure. Minus the nail polish:)
Mark
http://www.minimalistlifestyle.wordpress.com
Men are always welcome, and I’m sure the lady in your life would appreciate your good grooming.
Thanks for the recipe! I will definitely try that one.
My feet definitely need some extra care recently: They work all day long and need to receive some treat, from time to time. 🙂
Thanks for visiting, Thundercows – your name always makes me smile.
I actually find that homemade scrubs are the best.. at least you know whats in it 🙂
thanks for sharing!
Based on my experience, they are at least equal, and natural is always a bonus.