Peach scrub is not just refreshing and rejuvenating for skin but are also delicious enough to be eaten. There are many commercial cosmetic peach scrub preparations available in the market but these products can burn a major hole in your pocket. Moreover, the nourishing and hydrating properties of peaches are severely marred because of the presence of harmful chemicals, additives and preservatives. It only makes more sense to make your own peach scrub from the ingredients readily available on your kitchen shelf.

How To Make Peach Scrub At Home

You can make your own peach scrub according to your skin type:

Hydrating Peach Scrub For Oily Skin:

1. Take 1-2 large peeled, pitted and sliced peaches.

2. Process the peaches along with a little rose water in a blender to form a smooth paste.

3. Add some brown sugar, fresh lime juice and powdered oatmeal. Mix nicely.

Moisturizing Peach Scrub For Dry Skin:

1. Take 1-2 large peeled, pitted and sliced peaches.

2. Process the peaches along with yogurt in a blender to form a smooth paste.

3. Add some avocado and almond oil to the mixture.

4. Stir in enough brown sugar and powdered oatmeal to form a grainy paste.

Nourishing Peach Scrub For Aging Skin:

1. Take 1-2 large peeled, pitted and sliced peaches.

2. Process the peaches along with milk cream in a blender to form a smooth paste.

3. Add a few drops of bergamot and wheat germ essential oils to the mixture.

4. Stir in enough brown sugar and powdered oatmeal to form a smooth paste.

5. Also, add some jojoba oil to the mixture.

How To Apply Home-Made Peach Scrub

Take a small amount of prepared peach scrub in your hands and start massaging on clean skin in gentle circular movements. Make sure that you always massage in upward strokes. Right method of application will not only help in deeper penetration of nutrients but will also stimulate blood circulation and lymphatic drainage. This would also help your body and skin get rid of harmful toxins.

Benefits of Home-Made Peach Scrub

1. Peach contains Vitamin A. It is an anti-aging nutrient that is believed to slow down the rate of aging.

2. The high AHA content of peaches helps in gently sloughing off dead skin cells, revealing a fresh and radiant complexion. Topical application of AHA also renders skin-lightening benefits to skin.

3. Peach scrub helps in softening and hydrating skin from within while also leaving a gentle peachy aroma on the skin.

4. Regular exfoliation with peach scrub will help you gain that legendary ‘cream and peaches complexion.’

5. The nutrients present in peaches provide deep nourishment to the skin, making it radiant and glowing from inside-out.

CAUTION:  Do not use peach scrub more than one a week. Over exfoliation with mechanical exfoliating agents can cause abrasions and rips on the skin’s surface.

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