The arrival of pumpkin spice lattes is signaling the start of fall. It’s the perfect time to exfoliate that dry, damaged skin from summer and prepare it for cooler weather.

Ingredients:
– 1/2 cup brown sugar (or turbinado sugar)
– 1/2 cup organic coconut oil
– 2-3 drops of cinnamon essential oil

Benefits of Sugar & Cinnamon for Your Skin:
Sugar is a natural humectant, meaning it draws moisture from the environment into your skin. When applied, it helps hydrate and retain moisture. Sugar also naturally contains glycolic acid, an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA), which penetrates the skin and breaks down the bonds between skin cells. This process promotes cell turnover, giving your skin a fresher, younger look. Additionally, sugar’s small particles make it an excellent exfoliant, helping to slough off dead skin cells and reveal the glowing skin beneath.

Cinnamon has antiseptic and antifungal properties, making it effective in treating acne, ringworm, eczema, and other skin infections. Cinnamon also stimulates blood vessels, bringing blood to the skin’s surface and giving it a plumper appearance.

Steps to Make the Scrub:
Step 1: Ensure the coconut oil is at room temperature to make mixing easier. Add 2-3 drops of cinnamon essential oil to the coconut oil and mix thoroughly. Essential oils are highly concentrated and contain the most potent healing properties of the plant.

Step 2: Add the brown sugar to the coconut oil and cinnamon mixture.

Step 3: Mix everything thoroughly. You may notice small clumps of coconut oil, but don’t worry; they’ll melt when applied to your skin.

How to Use:
Rub the scrub between your palms to warm it slightly. Apply it to your face and body using gentle, circular motions. Be sure to keep it away from your eyes. If using this scrub in the shower or bathtub, be cautious as the surfaces will become slippery. Make sure to clean them with soap afterward to avoid any falls.