How to Make DIY Brown Sugar Scrub for Lips
Dealing with chapped or dry lips? You need a sugar scrub! This brown sugar scrub for lips is extremely easy with just 2 ingredients and will leave you with soft lips. Ditch those dry winter lips once and for all!
What is brown sugar scrub for lips?
A brown sugar scrub for lips is a natural skincare treatment that helps keep your lips soft and smooth. It is made by mixing brown sugar with some nourishing ingredients like olive oil or coconut oil.
This homemade mixture creates a gentle exfoliating scrub that you can use to remove dead skin cells from your lips.
To use it, simply apply a small amount of the scrub to your lips and gently rub it in a circular motion to exfoliate, then rinse with warm water. This not only helps get rid of any dry lips or flaky skin, but also improves blood circulation to your lips, leaving them looking plump and healthy. Plus, the sweet brown sugar makes the scrub taste delicious, making it a fun and tasty way to take care of your lips!
What you’ll love about this DIY brown sugar lip scrub recipe:
Equipment
To make your own brown sugar lip scrub, you’ll need a few basic supplies.
- Small bowl
- Clean spoon
- Small jar or metal tin
Ingredients
- Brown sugar: Brown sugar has a soft texture for a gentle exfoliant. White sugar works well, too!
- Olive oil: Olive oil is convenient and relatively inexpensive, and it’s also high in squalane, which is an oil very similar to the oil our bodies naturally produce. Its natural healing properties make it nourishing and lovely to use, especially during the winter.
- Cinnamon: For a warm, cozy feeling, add a little cinnamon!
How to Make Brown Sugar Scrub for Lips
- Combine the brown sugar, and oil in a small bowl.
- Stir to combine
- Store in a small jar or metal tin for gifting.
Storing
For best results, store this homemade body scrub recipe in an airtight container, like a glass jar, in a cool, dry place at room temperature. Ensure that the container is clean and free from any moisture to prevent the scrub from spoiling. If left open, the sugar can crystallize and harden. You may consider using a plastic tub if you are using this DIY sugar scrub recipe in the shower.
Be sure to label and date the storage container with the contents of the DIY brown sugar scrub. This way, you can keep track of its freshness and enjoy the benefits of regular exfoliation.
Tips
- Adjust the contents of the scrub to your liking: Prefer a softer scrub? Add more oil. Like things a little more dry? Add less oil, and more sugar. Want a scrub with a scent? Include a few drops of your favorite essential oils.
- Sugar alternatives: All out of brown sugar? No problem! You can either make your own brown sugar or simply replace it with regular cane sugar.
- Try a different oil: Feel free to use sunflower oil, apricot oil, almond oil, or even coconut oil, although coconut oil will solidify during the winter months.
- Use dark brown sugar: Dark brown sugar has more molasses so it might be a little stickier. Any types of brown sugar are fine.
How to Use Sugar Lip Scrubs
- With a clean spoon, scoop a small amount of scrub into your hands.
- With your index finger, gently rub the brown sugar scrub into your lips in a circular motion.
- Use hot water or a the corner of a warm washcloth to remove the scrub from your lips.
- Follow up with your favorite lip balm.
- This brown sugar scrub can be used on your entire body so try scrubbing your elbows, feet, or dry hands, too!
Variations
- Chocolate brown sugar lip scrub: Add a hint of cocoa powder to your brown sugar lip scrub, for a twist of delectable sweetness.
- Honey brown sugar lip scrub: Substitute the oil with honey to add moisturizing and anti-bacterial properties, sure to keep your lips soft and smooth.
- Peppermint brown sugar lip scrub: Mix in a drop or two of peppermint essential oil to give your brown sugar scrub a refreshing feel.
- Lavender brown sugar lip scrub: Incorporate a couple of drops of lavender essential oil or some lavender buds to your brown sugar scrub for a relaxing scent that rivals an expensive lip exfoliator.
- Orange brown sugar lip scrub: Looking for something with a bit of zing? Squeeze a few drops of orange essential oil for a natural and sweet exfoliant.
FAQs
Yes. The olive oil in this recipe can be replaced with extra virgin olive oil, coconut oil, jojoba oil, or almond oil.
Simply double or triple this easy recipe and store it in small jars or metal tins. Finish with a ribbon and personalized tag for a special touch.
Using a moisturizing lip scrub with natural ingredients is a great way to get rid of dead skin cells, and leave you with soft lips.
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Cinnamon Brown Sugar Lip Scrub
Ingredients
- 1/4 c brown sugar
- 1/8 c olive oil
- 1/2 – 1 tsp ground cinnamon, optional
Instructions
- Combine the brown sugar, olive oil, and cinnamon in a small bowl.
- Stir to combine
- Store in a small jar or metal tin for gifting.
