How To Make Lemon Scrub
Lemon scrub is an excellent rejuvenator for skin. It not only helps in getting rid of dead skin cells but also lightens the complexion significantly. No wonder the cosmetic industry is full of fancy lemon scrubs. While these cosmetic products come in fancy packaging and make alluring claims, we should not forget that they also contain many harmful chemicals and preservatives. In the long run such impurities can undermine the beauty and health of your skin. Hence, it is highly recommended that you prepare your own lemon scrub using fresh, herbal and organic ingredients from your kitchen shelf and refrigerator.
How To Make Lemon Scrub At Home
Follow these simple guidelines to make lemon scrub at home according to your skin type.
For Normal Skin:
1. Cut 1 whole lemon and squeeze out the juice in a bowl.
2. Dilute with equal quantity of water.
3. Add some dried lemon and/or orange peel powder.
4. Add brown sugar and powdered oatmeal.
5. Stir in enough yogurt to form a thick and grainy paste.
6. In the end add a few drops of lavender and rosewood essential oils to the mixture.
For Oily/Greasy Skin:
1. Cut 1 whole lemon and squeeze out the juice in a bowl.
2. Dilute with equal quantity of water.
3. Add some dried lemon and/or orange peel powder.
4. Add rice powder and brown sugar.
5. Add some fresh grape juice to form a thick and grainy paste.
6. In the end add a few drops of cypress and tea tree essential oils. Mix well.
For Dry/Aging Skin:
1. Cut 1 whole lemon and squeeze out the juice in a bowl.
2. Dilute with equal quantity of water.
3. Add brown sugar and powdered oatmeal.
4. Stir in enough fresh cream to form a thick and grainy paste.
5. Add a few drops of fennel and patchouli essential oils to the mixture.
How To Apply Home-Made Lemon Scrub
Take a small amount of lemon scrub in your hands and start massaging on clean skin in gentle circular movements. Do the massage all over face and body in upward strokes. The massage should be done until sugar granules melt completely and mixture begins to fall off in flakes. Wash with lukewarm water first and then with cold water. This helps in closing open pores. Pat dry and apply an organic and natural moisturizer.
Benefits of Home-Made Lemon Scrub
1. Lemon has excellent exfoliating properties because of its AHA content.
2. Regular use of lemon scrub not only softens and hydrates skin but also lightens it significantly.
3. Massage with lemon scrub increases blood circulation which in turn brings about a healthy glow on the skin.
4. Lemon scrub is excellent for fighting against dark patches and skin pigmentation.
Caution:
1. Do not use lemon juice without diluting it in water. Lemon has very high ph content and concentrated lemon juice can burn skin.
2. Do not use this scrub more than once a week.
3. Try to use lemon scrub in the evening or night as lemon sensitizes the skin to the sun’s rays for a couple of hours.
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