Recipe of the Week: Lemon Honey Sugar Hand Scrub

Monday always seems to come so fast... it feels like I'm posting recipes every few days! Not that I mind, because I'm having lots of fun with them - aren't you? I'm a little behind in reviewing last week's recipe, but I haven't had the time to shop for canola oil yet. :)

This week's recipe is for a delectable Lemon Honey Sugar Hand Scrub. Exfoliating, conditioning, and nourishing, this recipe aims to do it all for dry, rough hands. I can't wait to try it out for myself!

As usual, check back later for my review... and stay beautiful!


Apply this mixture to clean hands, and nourish and exfoliate at the same time! It's also a great cuticle softener, and the zesty lemon oil will help freshen your nail bed.

Yield: 1 application
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Price Category: 1
Difficulty Level: 1
Shelf Life: None, keep refrigerated

Ingredients:
1 small egg yolk
1 teaspoon honey
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon sugar (or brown sugar if you prefer)
2 drops lemon essential oil

Blending Procedure:

  1. Place egg yolk in a small bowl and stir to break up. Add honey and oil and stir well to combine.

  2. Add the sugar, and stir well. Add the essential oil last, and stir to mix.

  3. To use, massage into clean, damp hands. Be sure to massage between your fingers and around the nail bed and cuticle. Allow Honey Sugar Hand Scrub to remain on the skin for about 5 minutes. Rinse well with warm water and follow with soothing moisturizer of your choice. Enjoy!!
Jenn's Review: This hand scrub smells great and is wonderful for dry hands! A little sticky, but it rinses off clean. My hands are now super soft and smooth! I recommend adding about 1/2 to 1 tablespoon more sugar for better exfoliation or very dry, rough hands, but it works great either way. Rinse clean with a mild soap and moisturize after, and you've got beautiful skin!

Always remember to seal your mixtures tightly and keep them away from moisture to prevent unwanted bacterial growth! Some recipes can last a very long time if you prevent contamination and use clean hands when handling.

Because you're using all-fresh ingredients, try not to make this one until you're ready to use it.

See you next week!

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2 comments:

Celebrity said...

Does this scrub helps in dry face?

Tuesday, August 12, 2008 2:38:00 AM MST
monique said...

very cool...i love lemons! i can't wait to try this!

Tuesday, August 12, 2008 9:22:00 AM MST

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