Quick Tip: Making an Exfoliating Coconut Sugar Scrub! Simple and easy!

MiniLive #2: Coconut Sugar Scrub - This video is part of a series of Facebook Live videos I did in which I share quick things I do to make my life a little simpler and a little greener.

While there are endless variations of Coconut Sugar Scrubs, and I certainly didn’t come up with the concept, this is one I use quite often. This scrub exfoliates, softens, and moisturizes. As an extra bonus, my kids tell me it tastes fabulous.

To make, simply mix 2 parts sugar to 1 part coconut oil in an air-tight container. That's it!

Use any kind of sugar... granulated, Turbinado (aka “raw”), brown, superfine… Any of them work great in a scrub. Decide based on preference and purpose. The more coarse the sugar, the more exfoliating the scrub. Vary the amount of sugar based on how thick you want the scrub--less sugar for a liquidier scrub or more for a looser scrub.

Adding essential oils (EOs) is a great way to create a custom scent. Choose the EOs that makes you happy and suits your purpose. Peppermint to invigorate, lavender to calm, citrus to inspire. Whatever works for you. Or none at all! A naked scrub in its simplest form. Just make sure they’re pure essential oils and not diluted in a carrier oil. How much to add will depend on how much scrub to make. For a scrub with 1/2 cup sugar and 1/4 cup coconut oil, start with 20 drops. Add more for a stronger scent.

[mosaicmuse]

Thanks! This is so simple and exactly what i eS looking for. Ill be making it today. I might add a little vitamin E oil or primrose, my legs are very dry. But! I was looking for something for my hands and you have the perfect recipe and tips. ! Thank you so mhch.

[QJVerdun]

Hey Lisa, I wanted to let you know that I tried y'all coconut oil you recommended, and I love it! I will for sure stick to using only your coconut oil for moisturizing my skin. It absorbs better, has a great scent, and the texture is really nice. I'm a big fan of all your products, and I hope y'all consider launching a deodorant in the future.

[luisarokolaca]

Thankyou love this idea, not to fancy, very simple.❤

[fzotbp]

I've discovered a use for the sugar scrub you might not have encountered--I do quite a bit of construction and landscaping, sometimes my gloves do not have enough grip. A small splash of the sugar soap, rubbed up and down fingers, thumbs and palms, gives the gloves excellent grip. The grip can be refreshed with a little bit of water, holding a moist cloth for a few seconds is about right for that. Enjoy!

[JULIEJBF]

I love all of these!! Can you do one for washing your hair with the liquid and or the soap?

[QJVerdun]

Hi Lisa, last night at Whole Foods, I checked out your coconut oil product. I'm curious about which ones have a nutty smell and which ones don't. If there's a scent, is it overpowering? I plan to use it for skin moisturizing and scalp care.

[sayrensumbiling]

It is safe to use everyday in the face and body?

[rcollinge]

Why do people use portrait mode for videos ?