I saw a meme on Facebook a few days ago that had Michigan’s “actual” seasons…from summer to “false” fall, then “last summer” then “real” fall.
Y’all. It’s so true! Last week it was in the 60s here, and this week we’re topping out at 80 degrees. My sinuses and my skin aren’t having it.
I’ve got cracked cuticles (ow!), rough knees and elbows (even though I’m moisturizing every.single.day!), and a constant runny nose. And since it seems like these temperature swings aren’t going to stop anytime soon, I have resigned myself to treating the symptoms, starting with my dry skin.
Because that ish hurts, Y’all!
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Homemade DIY Apple Pie Sugar Scrub Cubes
Ingredients For DIY Apple Pie Sugar Scrub Cubes
- 2 tablespoons coarse white sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup shea butter soap base
(you can use pellets or chop the base up yourself)
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 3-4 drops Vitamin E oil
- 2 drops cinnamon essential oil*
- 2 drops ginger essential oil*
- 2 drops clove essential oil*
*If you truly want this to smell apple-y, you can purchase a soap scent that smells like apple pie and use 5-6 drops in place of (or with) the essential oils.
Directions For DIY Apple Pie Sugar Scrub Cubes
like this one), and gather all of your ingredients.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg until they’re fully incorporated, set aside.
Add the shea butter soap base and coconut oil to a small mixing bowl. You’ll need to melt it, so you can either microwave it on high for 20-30 seconds, or you can melt it over a double boiler.
Pour the base into the brown sugar mixture, and mix well. Scoop the mixture into the silicone mold, and press down each cube firmly.How to Use Sugar Scrub Cubes
To use your apple pie sugar scrub cubes, you’ll want to grab one or two and bring them with you into the shower or bath. Wet the area you’d like to exfoliate, and gently rub the cube on clean, damp skin to exfoliate.