Your face is your most visible feature, and naturally, everyone wants it to look its best. A visit to the spa or dermatologist can leave your skin glowing, but not everyone has the time or budget to indulge in professional treatments regularly. The good news? Flawless skin doesn’t have to be expensive. Using ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen, you can get a glowing complexion!
DIY Homemade facial scrub recipes
Papaya Facial Scrub
All you need for this scrub is papaya and brown sugar. Mash a small piece of papaya and add half a teaspoon of brown sugar. Gently rub the mixture onto your face and leave it on for about 20 minutes. Rinse off, and your skin will feel silky smooth with a natural shine. Simple and effective!
Honey Facial Scrub
For this nourishing scrub, you’ll need honey, lemon juice, and ground almonds. Mix one tablespoon of honey with half a teaspoon of lemon juice, then add two tablespoons of ground almonds. Apply the mixture to your face in circular motions and rinse with warm water. This scrub not only exfoliates but also brightens your skin.
Strawberry Facial Mask
This mask is as delicious as it is effective. Mash up eight strawberries and mix in three tablespoons of honey. Apply the mixture to your face, leave it on for about five minutes, and then rinse. Your skin will be left feeling refreshed and glowing.
Avocado Facial Mask
Avocado is a skincare hero, known for its moisturizing properties. Simply mash up half an avocado and apply it to your face for 20 minutes. Rinse with a warm washcloth for soft, hydrated skin.
Apricot Facial Mask
For this mask, you’ll need dried apricots, water, skim milk powder, and a blender. Soak the dried apricots in water until they soften, then blend with two tablespoons of skim milk powder to create a smooth puree. Apply to your face for 15 minutes and rinse with warm water for a rejuvenated glow.
Green Tea Scrub
Green tea isn’t just great for sipping—it’s fantastic for your skin, too! With its anti-aging and exfoliating properties, this green tea scrub will leave your complexion soft and refreshed.
Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup of brewed green tea (use one teabag or 1 tsp loose green tea)
- 3 tbsp white granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp of coconut oil (for nourishment), honey (for moisture), lemon juice (for cleansing), or yogurt (for soothing)
How to Make the Scrub:
- Brew your green tea and let it cool for 5-10 minutes until lukewarm.
- Mix 3 tablespoons of the cooled tea with 2 tablespoons of sugar, adding more sugar if needed to reach the right consistency.
- Add your chosen extra ingredient (honey is a personal favorite).
- Using a clean cotton pad, gently apply the scrub to your face, avoiding the eye area.
- Exfoliate using circular motions for about 3 minutes, then rinse with lukewarm water.
If you have any leftover green tea, use it as a toner by dabbing it onto your skin with a cotton pad. Your complexion will feel smoother and more rejuvenated after this simple, eco-friendly treatment.
