In our photography studio, clients often want to hide their hands because they feel they look rough and dry. However, dry skin is often easily corrected, using just a few simple ingredients from the kitchen.
Harnessing the power of ingredients readily available in your pantry not only saves money, but also avoids putting unnecessary additives and chemicals on your skin.
Here are a few DIY solutions we have tried that result in soft hands. These can be applied to any area of the skin that needs a little TLC such as chapped elbows, knees or feet.
Honey and Brown Sugar Scrub
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon raw honey
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (melted)
Instructions:
- In a bowl, mix brown sugar, raw honey, and melted coconut oil.
- Apply the mixture to your face in gentle circular motions, avoiding the eye area.
- Continue massaging for 2-3 minutes to exfoliate the skin.
- Rinse your face with warm water and pat dry.
- The brown sugar exfoliates, honey hydrates, and coconut oil moisturizes your skin.
Coffee Grounds and Coconut Oil Scrub
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons coffee grounds (used or fresh)
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (melted)
Instructions:
- Mix the coffee grounds with melted coconut oil in a bowl.
- Apply the mixture to your face using gentle circular motions for exfoliation.
- Leave it on for 5-10 minutes to allow the coconut oil to hydrate.
- Rinse your face with warm water and pat dry.
- The coffee grounds exfoliate, and coconut oil provides moisture.
Oatmeal and Yogurt Mask
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons finely ground oatmeal
- 2 tablespoons plain yogurt
- 1 teaspoon honey
Instructions:
- Grind the oatmeal into a fine powder using a blender or food processor.
- Mix the finely ground oatmeal with yogurt and honey in a bowl.
- Apply the mixture to your face, avoiding the eye area.
- Leave the mask on for 15-20 minutes.
- Gently massage the mask into your skin before rinsing it off with lukewarm water.
- Oatmeal soothes and exfoliates, yogurt provides hydration, and honey adds moisture
Olive Oil and Sugar Scrub:
- Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Instructions:
- Mix brown sugar with olive oil in a bowl.
- Apply the mixture to your face, using gentle circular motions for exfoliation.
- Leave it on for a few minutes to allow the olive oil to moisturize.
- Rinse your face with warm water and pat dry.
Avocado and Sugar Scrub:
- Ingredients:
- 1/2 ripe avocado
- 2 tablespoons sugar (white or brown)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Instructions:
- Mash the avocado in a bowl.
- Add sugar and olive oil to the mashed avocado and mix well.
- Gently massage the mixture onto your face, focusing on areas that need exfoliation.
- Leave it on for 10 minutes to allow the avocado’s natural oils to hydrate the skin.
- Rinse with lukewarm water and pat dry.
Remember to do a patch test before applying any DIY treatments to ensure you don’t have an adverse reaction to any of the ingredients. If you have sensitive skin or any allergies, it’s always a good idea to consult with a dermatologist before trying new skincare recipes.