Make a Sugar and Coffee Scrub

Sugar scrubs are great at exfoliating away dead skin, but did you know that if you add some ground coffee to your scrub, you can help reduce cellulite? They are also great at exfoliating and may help reduce puffiness, making them perfect for mornings. Some people find that sugar and coffee scrubs also help reduce cellulite to a certain extent.

Steps

Making a Body Scrub

1. Place ½ cup (115 grams) of finely-ground coffee into a medium-sized mixing bowl. The coffee will help exfoliate your skin and leave it feeling soft and smooth. The caffeine in the coffee will may also help tighten your skin and reduce the appearance of cellulite.
   • The coffee does not have to be freshly-ground. You can even use leftover grounds from your morning coffee.
2. Add ½ cup (115 grams) of white sugar. The sugar will help further exfoliate your skin. For something even more exfoliating, you can use raw cane or palm sugar.
   • For an even more exfoliating scrub, use sea salt instead.
3. Add the ¼ cup (60 milliliters) of coconut oil or olive oil. If you can't find any, you can use other types of food-grade oil, such as almond oil or grape seed oil. If you are using coconut oil, melt it in the microwave first, then let it cool slightly.
4. Add some fragrance with vanilla extract and/or ground cinnamon, if desired. You will need ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract and/or 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon. These are not completely necessary, but they will make your scrub smell delightful, just like a latte!
5. Mix the ingredients together using a fork, then make any necessary adjustments. Ideally, the scrub should feel like wet sand. If it is too dry for your liking, add a little bit more oil. If it is too wet for your liking, add a little bit more sugar.
6. Transfer the scrub to an airtight jar and store it in a cool, dry place. The oil, sugar, and coffee may separate over time. If this happens, simply stir the scrub up using a spoon or your finger. The scrub should last up to two months. If it does start to smell or look strange before then, throw it out and make a new one.
   • If you used coconut oil to make your scrub, store it at room temperature so that the coconut oil doesn't harden too much.
   • Use a glass jar, if you can. The oil in the scrub may degrade plastic over time; glass will last much longer.
   • If you wish to give the scrub away as a gift, consider sticking a personalized label onto the lid.
7. Use the scrub once to twice a week on your arms and legs. Hop into the bath or shower and get your skin wet. Scoop up 1 to 2 tablespoons of the scrub into the palm of your hand. Gently massage the scrub into your skin for 45 to 60 seconds using circular motions. Rinse the scrub off when you are done.
   • There may be some oily residue on your skin afterwards. You can wash it off with soap, or you can leave it to help moisturize your skin.
   • Consider buffing your skin with a dry brush first. This will exfoliate your skin and stimulate blood flow. It will make the scrub even more effective when you use it!

Making a Face Scrub

1. Place 3 tablespoons of finely-ground coffee into a small mixing bowl. Coffee may help reduce puffiness and swelling, making it ideal for that sleepy, morning face. It is also a natural astringent, so it can help tighten your pores and reduce oiliness. The coffee grounds will also help exfoliate away dead skin cells.
2. Add 2 tablespoons of oil. Olive oil is a good choice, but you can use another type of oil instead. If you tend to get breakouts, however, you should avoid olive oil and the following oils as they tend to clog pores: coconut, flax seed, linseed, palm, and wheat germ. Here are some suggestions based on certain skin types:
   • Acne-prone or oily: argan, grapeseed, hemp, jojoba, sunflower seed, or sweet almond.
   • Dry or mature skin: apricot kernel, argan, avocado, hemp, jojoba, sunflower seed, or sweet almond.
   • Normal: apricot kernel, argan, grapeseed, hemp, jojoba, sunflower seed, or sweet almond.
3. Add 1 tablespoon of brown sugar. Avoid using white sugar or "raw" cane sugar if you can. These will make the scrub too harsh and abrasive for your face. Brown sugar is the better for the face, because of its smaller grain size. It is still exfoliating, but in a gentle way.
4. Add ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract for fragrance. This is not completely necessary, but it will give your scrub a nice fragrance.
5. Mix the ingredients together, then make any necessary adjustments. The scrub should feel like wet sand. If this is too dry for you, add a little more of whichever oil you were using. If the scrub is too wet, add a little bit more ground coffee or brown sugar. Remember to stir the scrub well after each addition.
6. Scoop the scrub to an airtight jar and keep it in a cool, dry place. If the oil, sugar, and coffee start to separate, simply stir the scrub with your finger or a spoon. The scrub should last up to two months, but if it starts to smell or look strange before then, discard it and make a new one.
   • Try to use a glass jar, if you can. The oil in the scrub may deteriorate plastic over time; a glass jar will last longer.
   • If you plan to give the scrub as a gift, stick a homemade label onto the lid for a personalized touch.
7. Use the scrub on a clean face. Wash your face first using warm water. This will get rid of any surface dirt and open up your pores. Scoop out a small amount of the scrub, and gently massage it onto your face for 45 to 60 seconds. Use small, circular motions and take care to avoid the area around your eyes. Rinse the scrub off with warm water, then splash cool water onto your skin to seal the pores. Apply some moisturizer afterwards, if needed.
   • You can also use this scrub on your neck.

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Tips

• Sugar and coffee scrubs are great for the hard, dry skin on your feet.
• If you have delicate or sensitive skin, use brown sugar instead. It is softer than regular sugar.
• The type of oil you use in the body scrub does not matter as much as the type of oil you put into the face scrub. The skin on the face is much more sensitive than the face on the body.
• The sugar and coffee scrub will last about 2 months, but if it starts to smell or look funny before then, throw it out and make a new one.
• Use white sugar or raw sugar for a more exfoliating scrub.
• Add some sea salt for extra exfoliating power!
• Store the sugar and coffee scrub in a cool, dark place. If you made yours using coconut oil, however, store it at room temperature.
• Add a few drops of your favorite essential oil for a nice scent.

Warnings

• The sugar, oil, and coffee may separate overtime. If that happens, simply give your scrub a stir before using it again.
• Coffee scrubs can help reduce cellulite, but they are not a magical cure for it. If you wish to truly get rid of cellulite, you will also need to focus on your diet and exercise regularly.

Things You'll Need

Body Scrub

• ½ cup (115 grams) finely-ground coffee
• ½ cup (115 grams) sugar
• ¼ cup (60 milliliters) oil (coconut or olive oil recommended)
• ½ teaspoon natural vanilla extract (optional)
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
• Medium-sized mixing bowl
• Fork or spoon
• Jar

Face Scrub

• 3 tablespoons finely-ground coffee
• 2 tablespoons oil (not coconut)
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
• Small mixing bowl
• Fork or spoon
• Jar

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