Mix your ingredients in a medium sized bowl and then store in a sealed jar. [1] X Research source
1 ripe banana 3 tablespoons of sugar 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract or your favorite essential oil (optional)
Chop the tomato as finely as you can and then mix the ingredients in a medium sized bowl. Store in an air tight container and keep it in the fridge. Do not keep for more than a week because it will start to ferment. Store in the freezer if you choose to make a larger batch.
Mix the ingredients either by hand or by using a food processor. Store in air tight containers. This is a great gift if you think you’ve made too much for yourself. [2] X Research source
Use more sugar to create a thicker consistency. [3] X Research source
For deeper exfoliating properties, add granulated sugar. For an aromatic effect, add 3-5 drops of witch-hazel extract.
For better results allow the scrub to settle into your skin for two minutes before you wash it off.
This is suppose to be a gentle process. If you want a deeper scrub then use sugar, but never be too rough on your skin.
3 oz Shea Butter 2 oz Cocoa Butter 1/2 oz Ground Adzuki Beans 1 oz Ground Rice 1/2 oz Ground Almonds 10-15 drops of essential oil of your choice[6] X Research source
It is okay if some pieces aren’t as fine as others. This will give the bar ridges that will help exfoliate your skin.
If you are comfortable with essential oils and have a collection, you could use a combination. Something like lavender and tea tree, for example.
If you leave in the freezer it will settle completely, which will make things difficult.
Applying the bar directly against your skin will activate the exfoliating properties of the bar.
