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DIY: Coconut Oil Scrub

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at UIC chapter.

Is the winter being harsh on your lips? Are your hands getting dry? Does your face need some moisture and glow? If so, the coconut oil scrub is perfect for all of the above. To get started, you’ll need the following ingredients:

Ingredients

1. Coconut Oil

2. Baking Soda

3. Sugar

Now let’s get started! 

Directions

1. Put 4 tbsp of coconut oil in a bowl/container.

2. Add 3 tbsp of baking soda to the oil.

3. Add 1 tbsp sugar to the bowl. Mix.

4. Apply scrub to desired area and rub in circular motion.

5. Rinse off with warm water.

6. Enjoy your soft, moisturized, and glowing skin! 

Erin is a Communication student at the University of Illinois at Chicago and the President and Editor-in-Chief of UIC's Her Campus chapter. On a daily basis, she can be found making excessive film references and getting overly emotional about superhero TV shows. She has a deep passion for writing, movies, music, good books, and great food, and will gladly talk your ear off about all of the above if prompted to do so.