A scrub made with oats has a global reputation for being one of the best ways of exfoliating dead skin cells. What makes oatmeal so excellent for our skin is its soothing and nourishing properties! It is also very gentle on the skin as it has a binding action on dead skin cells and removes them without irritating the skin. So it really is time you discovered how to make  this amazing scrub at home.

How To Make Oats Scrub At Home

There are different recipes that you can follow to make the scrub. While deciding which one to pick, make sure that you are sure about your ski type. If you do not yet know your correct skin type, you can take the help of a trained aesthetician. After that, pick one recipe that seems to cater to the needs of your individual skin type.

Soothing Honey-Oats Scrub

1. Take a bowl and combine powdered oatmeal with raw sugar.

2. Stir in yogurt and honey.

3. Add a few drops of lime juice and mix well.

4. Add a few drops of sandalwood and geranium essential oils.

Nourishing Oats Scrub

1. Take a bowl and combine powdered oatmeal with raw sugar.

2. Stir in avocado and olive oil.

3. Add a few drops of geranium and rose otto essential oils. Mix well.

Fruity Oatmeal Scrub

1. Take a blender container and combine fresh strawberries, grapes with some yogurt.

2. Process to form a smooth paste.

3. Add a few drops of lavender and geranium essential oils. Mix well.

How To Apply Home-Made Oats Scrub

• Scoop out some scrub and start massaging on partially damp skin.
• Massage in gentle circular movements, moving towards the heart’s direction.
• Keep massaging until the scrub starts coming off in flakes.
• Wash off with warm water and pat dry. Do not use soap or body-wash.
• Pat dry and apply a gentle moisturizer.

Benefits of Home-Made Oats Scrub

• Oats scrub keeps skin soft and supple.
• The nourishing properties of oatmeal helps in keeping skin replenished.
• Topical application of oatmeal can help in lightening skin significantly.

Are you not tempted to make your own oats scrub now! Time to head to the kitchen!

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