Lavender Face Scrub
This gorgeous-smelling scrub uses finely-ground rice as a natural exfoliant that's gentle enough for sensitive skin yet effective enough to reveal smoother, brighter skin underneath. The combination of kaolin clay, lavender hydrosol, and manuka honey creates a multi-tasking formula that cleanses, soothes, and nourishes all in one step.
What This Scrub Does for You
The rice provides gentle exfoliation that buffs away dead skin cells, while lavender and manuka honey soothe and purify skin. The kaolin clay helps draw out impurities from pores, and the lavender hydrosol delivers a burst of hydration that leaves skin feeling soft and refreshed rather than tight or stripped.
Perfect for: Oily and combination skin types, clogged pores, anyone seeking a gentle yet effective exfoliating treatment.
Ingredients You'll Need
- 1 tbsp finely-ground rice granules
- 2 tbsp kaolin clay
- 2 tsp lavender hydrosol
- 1 tsp manuka honey
- 1 drop lavender essential oil
Step-by-Step Instructions
Preparation: Start by creating your rice granules. Using a coffee grinder, take some dry uncooked rice and grind into fine granules. You want them fine enough to be gentle on your skin but coarse enough to provide effective exfoliation.
Step 1: In a clean glass bowl, mix the ground rice granules and kaolin clay together until evenly distributed. This creates your exfoliating and purifying base.
Step 2: Slowly add the lavender hydrosol, stirring continuously until you reach a thick, spreadable consistency. The mixture should hold together but not be too wet or runny.
Step 3: Continue to stir in the manuka honey, working it thoroughly into the mixture. The honey will add moisture and help bind all the ingredients together.
Step 4: Add the lavender essential, ensuring an even distribution throughout the scrub. Mix thoroughly to prevent any concentrated spots of essential oil.
Step 5: Apply to clean, damp skin using gentle circular motions, avoiding the delicate eye area. The scrub should feel smooth and pleasant, not harsh or scratchy.
Step 6: Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water and pat dry with a clean towel. Follow with a nourishing mask of your choice.
Safety Tip! Undiluted essential oils can sometimes cause skin irritation, so do ensure an even mix prior to application.
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