Rosemary salt scrub is not just another salt scrub that has the same effect on the body, leaving your skin dry and fending for itself. This salt scrub is packed with the goodness of antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, anti-apoptotic, anti-nociceptive, and anti-tumorigenic. It leaves your body moisturised, happy, and healthy and gives aromatherapy benefits.
It chases away the stress, anxiety, and pain while uplifting the mood and promoting a good night's sleep. Rosemary's aroma is intense, with evergreen freshness and a hint of woodiness. Its aroma resembles eucalyptus and camphor's fragrance. Rosemary's needle-like leaves act as a natural exfoliator and mildly buff away the dead and dull skin, revealing the hydrated and nourished skin underneath.
DIY Rosemary Salt Scrub Recipes
Choose from a wide array of DIY rosemary salt scrubs. These salt scrubs are beneficial for your skin as they are packed with different benefits to suit and cater to an individual's needs.
In the recipes below, we have harnessed the power of lemon, pink Himalayan salt, vitamin E, lavender, jojoba oil, sesame oil, juniper berries, grapefruit, and apricot kernel oil.
1. Orange Rosemary Salt Scrub
The fresh and lively fragrance of oranges can boost a dull mood. The recipe below shows how easily orange zest can be added to scrub while gently exfoliating your skin.
Ingredients:
- Salt - 1 Cup
- Orange Zest - 1
- Virgin Olive Oil - ⅓ Cup
- Rosemary Leaves - 1 Teaspoon
Utensils:
- Bowl
- Knief
- Spatula
- Airtight Container
- Measuring Cup and Spoon
Directions:
Step 1: Take rosemary leaves and finely chop them.
Step 2: Add rosemary leaves into the bowl along with 1 cup of salt, orange zest, and ⅓ cup of virgin olive oil.
Step 3: Combine all the ingredients. Store it in an airtight container.
2. Rosemary and Lemon Salt Scrub
The recipe below is packed with rosemary goodness and lemons. Lemon juice and rosemary complement each other well. Lemon lightens the skin colour and gives it a radiant glow, while rosemary increases circulation.
Ingredients:
- Lemon Juice - ½
- Epson Salt - 1 Cup
- Virgin Coconut Oil - 2 Cups
- Rosemary Leaves - 1 Tablespoon
- Rosemary Essential Oil - 15 Drops
Utensils:
- Bowl
- Spoon
- Knief
- Spatula
- Measuring Cup and Spoon
Directions:
Step 1: Finely chop fresh rosemary and add it to a bowl with 2 cups of virgin coconut oil.
Step 2: Add 1 cup of Epsom salt, 15-20 drops of rosemary essential oil, and ½ lemon juice.
Step 3: Mix it all and store it in an airtight container.
3. Pink Himalayan & Rosemary Salt Scrub
Pink Himalayan salt is highly beneficial for the skin due to its minerals and antiseptic properties.
Regularly using pink Himalayan salt on the skin will eliminate the buildup of bad bacteria, prevent infections, and leave the skin feeling soft.
Ingredients:
- Vitamin E Oil - 1 Teaspoon
- Virgin Coconut Oil - ¾ Cups
- Pink Himalayan Salt - 2 Cups
- Rosemary Spring or Rosemary Essential Oil
Utensils:
- Bowl
- Knief
- Spatula
- Airtight Container
- Measuring Cup and Spoon
Directions:
Step 1: Pour ¾ cup of virgin coconut oil, 2 cups of himalayan salt, and one teaspoon of vitamin E oil.
Step 2: If you are using rosemary spring, chop it into small pieces. If it is rosemary essential oil, add a few drops to the mix.
Step 3: Combine the pink Himalayan and Rosemary salt. Store it in an airtight container.
4. Lavender Rosemary Salt Scrub
We all know about lavender's amazing healing properties, as it helps reduce anxiety and alleviate stress.
Its sweet floral fragrance, used in a salt scrub, will leave your skin feeling and smelling fresh and floral.
Ingredients:
- Epsom Salt
- Virgin Olive Oil
- Lavender Buds
- Rosemary Leaves
- Vitamin E Oil - 10 Drops
Utensils:
- Bowl
- Spoon
- Knief
- Grinder
- Airtight Container
Directions:
Step 1: Grind rosemary leaves in a grinder to create a coarse texture.
Step 2: Add olive oil, lavender buds, 10 to 20 drops of vitamin E oil, rosemary, and Epsom salt in a bowl.
Step 3: Mix to bind and store it in a container.
5. Rosemary Juniper Salt Scrub
Dried juniper berries are rich in antibacterial properties that fight skin infections and calm skin.
It also provides relief from eczema and several types of rashes. Mixing dried juniper berries in rosemary salt scrub is a great way to nourish and tackle infections.
Ingredients:
- Sesame Oil - ½ Cup
- Epsom Salt - 3 Cups
- Dried Rosemary - 30g
- Dried Juniper Berries - 38g
- Golden Jojoba Oil - 1 ½ Cup
Utensils:
- Bowl
- Spoon
- Knief
- Grinder
- Airtight Container
- Measuring Cup and Spoon
Directions:
Step 1: Grind dried juniper berries along with dried rosemary.
Step 2: Add 3 cups of Epsom salt to the ground powder mix.
Step 3: Add the miniature to the ½ cup of golden jojoba oil and ½ cup of sesame oil.
Step 4: Combine and keep in an airtight container.
6. Grapefruit + Rosemary Salt Scrub
A blend of citric and sweet fragrance of grapefruit essential oil is made from the peels of grapefruits.
Many skin care products can be found in stores made from grapefruit as they gently cleanse the skin and provide a healthy glow. Incorporating grapefruit in the salt scrub helps remove toxins from the skin.
Ingredients:
- Epsom Salt - 1 Cup
- Apricot Seed Oil - ½ Cup
- Dried Rosemary - 1 teaspoon
- Grapefruit Essential Oil - 8 Drops
Utensils:
- Bowl
- Spoon
- Knief
- Airtight Container
- Measuring Cup and Spoon
Directions:
Step 1: Add Epsom salt in a bowl with half a cup of apricot kernel oil, grapefruit essential oil, and finely chopped dried rosemary.
Step 2: Mix until the ingredients are evenly distributed and store in a clean, sterilised, airtight container for usage.
How To Use Rosemary Salt Scrub?
Wet your hands and body. Take a scoop of rosemary salt scrub and rub it into your palms. Rub the oil in your palm for a few seconds to activate it.
Now, scrub your whole body with the scrub in a circular motion. To rinse off the salt scrub, use warm water and pat dry. It is best to keep it near a sink or wash basin where you can easily reach out for it.
Conclusion
Rosemary salt scrub is a captivating blend of various salts, carrier oils and essential oils. Its fragrance relieves stress and anxiety while enabling focus, taking you to a serene state of mind.
It mildly exfoliates the skin's outer layer and promotes brighter and healthier skin while improving circulation. Though rosemary salt scrub is made out of organic ingredients, it is always advised to do a patch test to see if you are not allergic to any ingredients and if it suits your skin well.