Tuesday 1 March 2011

Home Made Lip Scrubs


Through out the last few months my lips have taken a battering with al the elements. The freezing temperatures of winter then sudden warmth of central heating really drys my lips right out!!!   

Here are 3 tried and tested home made lip scrubs to try out :-


Honey lip scrub:
Ingredients you will need :
  • 1 teaspoon of honey
  • 1 teaspoon of baking soda
  • a few drops of olive oil

Step 1- Mix together the honey and the baking soda till you create a smooth paste. You can use a container      but a quick tip is to just use the palm of your hand.

Step 2- Apply the mixture with your finger to your lips but most importantly leave it to sit for a few minutes! Then with your finger or just by rubbing your lips together, remove any dead skin on the surface.

Step 3- Using warm water gently rinse the scrub off.

Step 4- Apply a small amount of olive oil while they r still wet, then blot dry with a cloth or tissue.  


Sugar Lip Scrub:
Step 1- Place a teaspoon of raw coarse sugar on to your the palm of your hand.


Step 2- Using your finger add a few drops of water to form a paste. Then lightly rub in to your lips.


Step 3-  Wash away with warm water. Then apple olive oil or my favourite vaseline to keep them moisturised after.  


Salt & Sugar Lip Scrub:

Ingredients you will need:
                           1 teaspoon of salt
                           1 teaspoon of white sugar
                           1 teaspoon of vaseline or shea butter

Step1- Mix all the above ingredients into a container or just the palm of you hand.

Step 2- Put the mixture on your lips and let it soak in for a few minutes. Then rub your lips together or use your finger to exfoliate them. 

Step 3- Wash your lips with warm water. Then apply more vaseline or shea butter for extra moisture and protection. Your lips will be beautifully soft and smooth :)

*Use this scrub 2 or 3 times a week if your lips are especially dry and flaky! 


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