During the hot days of summer, it is a given that I'll be wearing shorts and sleeveless tops to beat the heat. Imagine my horror when I noticed that my skin was dry and scaly, and that my lovely summer outfits were doing nothing to hide it. I suppose that being in and out of the pool had something to do with the dry skin, but I needed to do something fast!
Luckily, I have a creative mind, and I solved the scaly skin problem with this FABULOUS body wash recipe (see below). And as always, I have to share the good stuff, so here is my recipe for you. Basically, this magical recipe combines body wash and a scrub, because why make two products when one will do? Here is a rundown on the ingredients you will need:
Liquid Soap
Liquid castile soap is a versatile product that is your best choice for this recipe. Look for an unscented version. The soap will emulsify the essential oils. If you want to "cheat" you could use an already prepared body scrub for this recipe. dōTERRA makes a beautiful one as a regular product, and from time to time offers special versions such as Midnight Forest and Citrus Bloom. If you have one of these, go for it! You maybe wouldn't even need to add extra essential oils.
The Scrub
You need something in the mixture that will scrub away dead skin cells. Sugar works well and so does salt. If you have sensitive skin, try grinding up oatmeal to use in this recipe, but make sure it is quite finely ground.
A Carrier Oil
The carrier oil in the recipe lingers on the skin even after rinsing away the soapy bubbles. The hydrating effect on the skin is real -- no more flaky skin!
Vegetable Glycerin
Glycerin is a natural emulsifier, and it is also very hydrating. You could possibly leave this out in a pinch, but I recommend using it.
Essential Oils
The fun part! What is your favourite scent? What properties do you want in your body wash scrub? Citrus oils are cleansing and uplifting. Floral oils are calming. My absolute favourite is a combination of the two. The possibilities are literally endless, and you can change it up every time you make this recipe.
Have fun experimenting, and ENJOY your silky smooth skin. If you find a fantastic combination of oils that you love, please share in the comments!
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