5 DIY Sugar Scrubs to Try

If there’s one thing we’re sure of in the summer, it’s the fact that your skincare routine needs a little extra lovin’. With all the beach days and backyard barefoot hang outs (we’re not complaining!) there’s definitely some additional steps we need to take in order to ensure we’re taking care of our skin. Grab all your gals, host a night in or spa day, and whip up one (or five) of these DIY sugar scrubs – you’ll thank us later!

Pina Colada Pineapple Coconut Sugar Scrub

Recipe via Happiness is Homemade

This is delightedly one of our favorites one the list due to the smell, think sipping a pina colada on a tropical beach. Lathering up with this sugar scrub will have you daydreaming of lounging in mexico all day long, at the same time as you are taking a step towards healthier skin. Win, win in our books!

Chocolate Mint Sugar Scrub

Recipe via Mommy Moment

Ever used cocoa as a beauty product? We haven’t either which is why we were immediately drawn to this scrub! The cocoa powder helps to tighten skin, fight aging, and prevent breakouts, the almond oil helps in moisturizing and lightening skin, and contains Vitamin E which helps with anti-aging and healing, and the peppermint helps calm and sooth your skin. We couldn’t think of a better way to wind down at night!

Coconut Coffee Sugar Scrub

Recipe via Bev Cooks

Every wondered what to do with those leftover coffee grounds? Is that even a question? Yes! If you’re a bit of a coffee addict like us, then all you have to do is go to your kitchen, grab some coffee, and start on this scrub! The coffee has amazing antioxidants in it, as well as skin firming properties which help to keep your youthful look longer.

Whipped Grapefruit Mint Sugar Scrub

Recipe via The Kitchen McCabe

This recipe looks almost good enough to eat and with the added grapefruit and mint, the smell will also make you want to snag a bite! But don’t do it, cause this will give your skin so much added moisture and energy!

Matcha Green Tea Sugar Scrub

Recipe via Savy Naturalista

Yes, we all know we’re huge coffee addicts over here, but with all the amazing health benefits we often switch it up for green tea. Surprisingly, green tea has even more benefits for your skin! This Matcha Green Tea scrub will have you feeling relaxed yet energized all day, exactly what we’re in need of!