1/2 fresh lemon
1/2 cup of granulated sugar
1 tbls of olive oil
1 tbls of honey
1 medium sized plastic container with lid
Benefits of the Ingredients:
Lemon – A natural source of Vitamin C;Lemons are rich in vitamin C and citric acid, so they can help brighten and lighten your skin when used over time. Vitamin C is a great antioxidant for neutralizing free radicals and boosting collagen production That means it can help lighten age spots, dark spots, or a fake tan gone wrong also blemishes. Shine eliminator: Lemon is great for reducing excess oil.Shine Also the antibacterial properties will help you get rid of those pesky black heads.
Olive Oil – High in Vitamin E which soothes and heals skin and scars; a natural moisturizing ingredient often used for it’s anti-aging benefits.
Honey – A natural source of anti-oxidants making it a perfect ingredients for age preventions; it locks water into the skin keeping the complexion skin hydrated; the antibacterial properties benefit acne-prone skin by reducing breakouts.
Sugar – A natural exfoliator; a natural source of glycol acid which will clean our those pours and help remove dead skin cells
Instructions:
To make the mix use a container with lid ((easy storage reasons)) Squeeze 1/2 fresh lemon in to container Now add 1/2 cup of granulated sugar ((optional to add more if you want the scrub to be stronger ))now go ahead and add 1 tbls of olive oil and last 1 tbls of honey
As a face scrub: Apply to face and gently rub in to your skin and rinse with cool water for 3 to 5 minutes
As a body scrub: Apply to body, paying extra close attention to elbows, knees, feet and hands (nails and cuticles especially) and rub in circular motions for 3 to 5 minutes. Rinse. To use, follow the same recipe instructions then apply to clean face in gentle, circular motions. Be cautious of using on open wounds as the lemon may sting. Leave on for 7-10 minutes and rinse with cool water.
Let me know if you try it and how it works for you Enjoy the silky softness of your impossibly smooth skin.
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