When times are tough, and a budget is limited, most of us forgo some things in order to save money. Women particularly are notorious for neglecting themselves in favour of their families. We also still need to take care of ourselves, and don’t we also deserve a little pampering too?
You can do that, without breaking the bank!
A body scrub at least once a week is a great idea to keep you skin glowing and healthy. It helps remove all the dead surface cells, which is good for you.
To purchase a scrub is a fairly expensive proposition, so why not just make your own? It costs very little, helps you feel great, and the variations are endless.
My go-to body scrub is actually usually made with salt, but can be made with sugar as well. I tend to use the salt because it is cheaper, but don’t let that hold you back…
I normally just take a cup of salt, mix with a half a cup of coconut oil, throw in a few drops of whatever essential oil I am in the mood for, add some dried lavender, and we’re good to go. Okay, not very scientific, I know, but it works.
Body scrub recipe:
1 cup salt or sugar
½ cup coconut oil (or any oil, really, but coconut oil has so many benefits and is readily available)
10 drops essential oil – lavender is a favourite, but there are good options (and this is strictly optional!)
Some dried herbs such as lavender (mostly for prettiness)
Once you have combined all your ingredients, go run a nice hot bath and have a long soak – you deserve it!