The Tranquil Vintessa

With summer coming in full force, I needed to shake off my troublesome winter. My skin had become a bit dull and less luminous than I wanted for the summer. I had gotten so swept up with keeping up with my bills and lifestyle that I forgot about the physical part of self-care. When you take care of your skin, your inner glow shines through. With the arrival of good weather, it’s time for one of my favorite all-natural scrubs that is simple, hydrating, and can be made at home. If you’re looking for an easy body scrub that you can buy by the pound for around $5, this might be just what you need.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup of brown sugar
• 1/4 cup of coconut oil (or any other carrier oil of your choice)
• Optional: a few drops of essential oil for fragrance. I’ve been obsessed with lavender lately, but feel free to use whatever you prefer.

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar and coconut oil, mixing thoroughly until you achieve a grainy paste-like consistency. Adjust the amount of coconut oil as needed to reach your desired consistency.
2. Add a few drops of your desired essential oil to the mix and stir to incorporate.
3. Transfer the mixture into a clean, reusable glass jar with a tight seal for storage. Don’t forget to label the container with the contents and the date prepared.
4. To use, take a small amount of the scrub and apply it directly to damp skin in gentle circular motions, focusing more on rough or dry patches. Follow up with a good moisturizer.

This brown sugar scrub is simple and effective, thanks to the exfoliating properties of brown sugar that help slough away dead skin cells. The coconut oil provides hydration and nourishment, leaving the skin feeling supple, smooth, and ready for the summer!