Coffee grounds can be used as a natural exfoliant for the skin. Mix them with coconut oil or another carrier oil and use as a body scrub in the shower. Recipe for body scrub:
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup used coffee grounds
1/4 cup coconut oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- In a mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar and used coffee grounds.
- Add the coconut oil to the mixture and stir until well combined.
- Add the vanilla extract (if desired) and mix again.
- Transfer the mixture to an airtight container for storage.
- To use, scoop out a small amount of the coffee sugar scrub and massage it onto your skin in circular motions.
- Rinse off with warm water and pat your skin dry.
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Note: This coffee sugar scrub is best used on your body and not your face, as the coarseness of the coffee grounds may be too rough for delicate facial skin.