Tired of the old skincare routines and can’t get the desired results? Have you thought your skin might be requiring a boost of caffeine as well? We have the perfect solution to achieving a radiant glow within a few weeks.
Try DIY coffee scrub soap for face which works effectively to wake the skin up with the boost of caffeine. It is made with simple and readily available ingredients which is perfect for both face and body.
Coffee Scrub Soap Benefits
The blend of the delightful aroma of coffee grounds, natural oils, and essential oils provides various benefits to the skin. Together they work harmoniously to promote soft and supple skin.
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Exfoliation:
The coarse texture of coffee grounds works wonderfully to remove dead skin and unclog pores which promotes smoother and healthier skin.
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Cellulite Reduction:
Coffee scrub soaps improve the circulation of blood flow and oxygen resulting in the reduction of cellulite. It happens due to the circulation motion which is used to massage the skin.
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Antioxidant Properties:
Many ingredients in the coffee scrub soap contain antioxidant properties which help the skin fight free radicals. Antioxidants also help fight signs of early ageing such as fine lines and wrinkles.
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Improved Circulation:
Circulation motion is used to massage the scrub and effectively remove dead skin cells along with unclogging pores. It leads to better absorption of nutrients and improved circulation.
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Skin Brightening:
Antioxidants present in coffee help fight hyper pigmentation and dark spots. It reduces their appearance to a significant level and adds a healthy glow to the skin.
Coffee Scrub Soap Recipe for Face & Skin
Coffee works as an exfoliate and removes dead skin cells quite easily. It also provides a healthy shine to the skin.
Ingredients for coffee bar scrub
- Cocoa and kokum butter melt and pour soap base - 100 gm
- Coffee grounds - 2 tablespoons
Supplies
- Measuring scale
- Measuring spoons
- Microwave/ saucepan
- Knife
- Bowl
- Spoon
- Silicone moulds
Directions
- In a bowl cut small pieces of cocoa and kokum butter melt and pour soap base and place it either in the microwave or a saucepan to melt.
- Take it out of the microwave when its consistency is liquid.
- Add 2 tablespoons of coffee grounds and mix.
- Pour the mix into the silicone mould and let the soaps set for about 2 days.
- Pop the soaps out as they are ready to gently exfoliate the skin.
Coffee Scrub Soap With Lye Recipe
It is quite important to handle lye cautiously as it reaches high temperature quickly. Follow the below steps as they are to get the best results.
Ingredients for Coffee Scrub Soap with Lye
- Avocado oil - 65 ml
- Shea butter - 2 tablespoons
- Olive oil - 250 ml
- Coconut oil - 185 ml
- Castor oil - 30 ml
- Sodium hydroxide - 85 ml
- Distilled water - 180 ml
- Ground coffee - 2 tablespoons
Supplies
- Measuring scale
- Measuring spoon
- Bowls
- Spoons
- Silicone mould
- Microwave/ saucepan
- Gloves
- Face mask
- Whisk
Directions for DIY Coffee Exfoliating Soap
- It is important to wear protection to safeguard your hands and mouth. So wear gloves and a face mask at the start of the process.
- In a bowl take 65 ml of avocado oil, 2 tablespoons of Shea butter, 250 ml of olive oil, 185 ml of coconut oil, and 30 ml of castor oil. Place the bowl in the microwave or saucepan to melt.
- Once all the ingredients have melted, take the bowl out.
- Now take another bowl to form a lye solution by taking 85 ml of sodium hydroxide and slowly pouring 180 ml of water. The temperature of the solution will rise rapidly. Be careful.
- Add 2 tablespoons of ground coffee into the oils and butter mix.
- Now slowly add the lye solution to the oils, butter, and ground coffee mix.
- Use a whisk for several minutes to whip everything together.
- Pour the mix into the silicone moulds.
- Remove them after 24 hours and let them cure again for 7 weeks.
Coffee Scrub Soap with Coffee Seed Oil Recipe
Adding coffee seed oil to the scrub soap adds extra antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and moisturising properties.
Ingredients for Coffee Scrub with Coffee Seed Oil
- Goat milk melt and pour base - 100 gm
- Coffee grounds - 2 tablespoons
- Coffee seed oil - 1 teaspoon
- Coffee fragrance oil - 6 drops
Supplies
- Knife
- Bowl
- Spoon
- Measuring scale
- Measuring spoons
- Silicone moulds
- Microwave/ saucepan
Directions for DIY Coffee Scrub Soap with Coffee Seed Oil
- In a bowl cut small pieces of goat milk melt and pour soap base and place it either in the microwave or a saucepan to melt.
- Once it has melted turn off the heat.
- Add 2 tablespoons of coffee grounds, 1 teaspoon of coffee seed oil, and 6 drops of coffee fragrance oil. Mix again.
- Pour the mix into the silicone moulds and let them set for 2 days. Pop them out and use them.
Conclusion
Coffee scrub soap is a must-try recipe as it is packed with natural ingredients that cater to all skin types. It gently exfoliates the skin and removes dead skin cells resulting in enhanced skin appearance.
It contains various types of oils which moisturise the skin effectively and give a radiant glow.