Friday, September 30, 2011

Coffee body scrub

Happy Friday everyone! I know that I have already told you guys how much I love body scrubs! In my post I love Kiwi I mentioned that I had been using a body scrub by Tree Hut. Since I recently ran out I am now looking into making my own body scrub. After doing some research on DIY body scrubs I found a recipe that involves mixing coffee, sugar, and massage oil together!

Most body scrubs are expensive and that is why it is nice to be able to make your own body scrubs from ingredients in your own kitchen. Caffeine can actually help eliminate varicose veins and decrease cellulite formation. At the same time it tightens skin and stimulates circulation. 



The recipe: 
The recipe is very simple the three main ingredients are coffee grounds, sugar, and massage oil. You can also use baby oil, olive oil or vanilla extract instead of massage oil.

How to apply it:
Apply the scrub while in the shower.  Massage the scrub into your body in a circular motion. Leave on for about five minutes or as long as you would like and then rinse off.




27 comments:

  1. this body scrub definitely sounds great! and not to mention, i love the smell of coffee! :)

    <3, Mimi
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  2. i love this scrub! i have done this scrub a few times and it always leaves my skin feeling soft and smooth!

    xoxo

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  3. I love the smell of coffee too =D

    Awesome! I've never tried it can't wait to try it tonight!

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  4. I love homemade scrubs. I'm use to making the sugar scrub. I'll have to try this out :)

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  5. Omg I'm so happy about this post! I'm making this scrub tomorrow.
    p.s you look gorgeous.

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  6. wow sounds great hun! nice to end this post with a lovely photo of yours!
    lovely!

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  7. This is a great idea! I will definitely be trying it something soon! ;D Thanks!

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  8. Wow, how incredible! I love homemade scrubs - so I will give it a try one day :) Thanks for sharing!

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  9. Mmmm, this sounds great! I'll have to try it.

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  10. I have never tried this thank you for the tips I love DIY scrubs and masks they are the best and so natural as you know everything in the, and not to mention my fave budget!

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  11. Interesting! I'd love to give it a try soon!

    And thanks for dropping by my blog :)

    xo
    Evelyn

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  12. Nice post!
    Thanks for following my blog :)

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  13. Hi ! very beautiful blog!!very cute!!! :) I follow you!!
    big hug from Italy!
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  14. Love Love LOVE this!!
    Now Following! :)
    Check out my blog sometime -

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    LoveFaye xoxo

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  15. I just found your blog and I love love love it. :) Body scrubs are amazing and they tend to be kinda pricey, I love this little DIY- Im going to try it. Id love for you to check out my blog and follow- let me know Id love to follow you back!

    Summer-Raye

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  16. Great idea, thanks for sharing! This is a great natural way to scrub and it is healthy for your body! So many store bought products are so harmful, it's nice to see natural alternatives!

    xoxo Denise

    http://allthingsnew-denise.blogspot.com/

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  17. looks who's talking pretty girl :) thanks for following my blog - def following back! :)

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  18. Thanks for the great tips!! You're so pretty!!

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  19. I will try this! I normally just use a combination of sugar and lemon juice - which works fantastic - but the coffee will smell that much nicer!
    Tikkitiboo + Ahka Vintage

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  20. thanx for sharing this combination..coffee and sugar are my favourite ones..i think i'll try it!!have a nice day!!

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  21. I should try this some time! And oh, I super love your hair!!! <3

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  22. Im using this scrub and it's amazing ♥

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  23. Sounds like a great scrub! You can't beat the smell of coffee. :D

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    coffee scrubs . Do visit us.

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