Hi readers! My name is Cat, and I’ll be your blogger today. I’m a 25 year old social media marketer living and working in the East San Francisco Bay. Normally I blog over at Oddly Lovely, where I share easy-to-do recipes, thoughtfully curated outfits, beauty tips, DIY projects, and other lifestyle-y topics. Today, I want to share this DIY almond body scrub with you!
Like many women, bath time is my happy time. It’s one of those rare solitary activities where we get to focus on pampering ourselves and just ourselves. Plus, all those bath fizzes, bombs, bubbles, and other goodies are just so much fun!
As a regular shaver, I notice such a difference when I use a body scrub before putting a razor to my legs. It helps me achieve both a closer shave and prevents those ugly and uncomfortable razor bumps. While body scrubs can be expensive to buy regularly, they are incredibly affordable and easy to make at home. (When packaged well, they also make adorable birthday and holiday presents!).
My favorite recipe is this almond body scrub. Not only does it smell like marzipan, the coconut oil acts as a moisturizer while the almond seals in moisture and prevents dry and cracked skin.
Almond Body Scrub
1 cup raw sugar
1/3 cup coconut oil
1/4 cup almond oil
1 tablespoon almond extract
Pour raw sugar into a medium bowl. Add the coconut oil, almond oil, and almond extract, and mix until it’s an even consistency. You’ll have enough body scrub to fill an 8 ounce mason jar, plus extra (which I use later that day when I shower!). Multiply if you want to make more than one jar. It will stay fresh for up to 2 months on the shelf.
When you’re ready to use the body scrub, give it a little stir with your finger to make sure too much oil hasn’t risen to the top. Then scrub on your body to exfoliate and moisturize your skin, as well as prep your legs for shaving. Enjoy!
AShley Bree Perez says
I love Anthropologie. I have entered and would love to win. thank you all for hosting(:
Chelsea says
Good luck Ashley!
Emily says
Nice post!!!! Gonna have to try that scrubbbb :) http://meowemily.blogspot.com
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Chelsea says
It sounds really nice!
The Accidental Mama says
I am obsessed with Anthropologie! I love their clothes but it’s their home stuff that really makes me kookoo for cocoa puffs!
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Chelsea says
Oh my gosh YES. I LOVE their home stuff!
Helena says
Thank you for this lovely giveaway!
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Fingers crossed!
Chelsea says
Good luck! xo
Paige says
Love this body scrub!
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Laura MyNewestAddiction says
This sounds amazing. I need to give it a try!
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Carrie @Frugal Foodie Mama says
This scrub sounds amazing! I love fun little DIY beauty products. :)
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Ashley says
So easy! I bet it smells so good, too.
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Samantha Clarke says
Well…I think I’m going to have to make this. That looks just plain luxurious, plus I actually have all those ingredients!
All that's Jas says
That would be a great gift! Thanks for linking up at Thursday Favorite Things. Can’t wait to see what you’ll share next week!
Michelle @ A Dish of Daily Life says
I’ve started making my own scrubs and bath salts…so much more cost effective and they work just as good! Love this recipe! Thanks so much for sharing it with us at #FoodieFriDIY…I’ll be pinning and sharing!
Diane says
Love this scrub. Sounds like a good one! Thanks for linking up at #PureBlogLove Link Party! Hope to see you Thursday 8.p.m. EST at our next link up. I’m hosting at http://www.homemadefoodjunkie.com. Can’t wait to see more of your ideas!
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Theresa @DearCreatives says
Nice project. Thanks for sharing it at the party! Hope to see you again this week. Pinned & shared.
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Wanda Bee says
Thanks for sharing this fantastic recipe. I love the scent of almonds!!
Kassie says
I love DIY Beauty! Can’t wait to make this scrub! It sounds wonderful!
lori galbraith says
I can almost smell the almond just reading this recipe. I love body scrubs.