DIY Soothing Oat and Almond Face Scrub

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Summary

Discover the natural benefits of this DIY Soothing Oat and Almond Face Scrub, crafted from a blend of rolled oats, almond meal, and flaxseed meal. This homemade scrub gently exfoliates, removing dead skin cells while soothing and nourishing the skin. Rolled oats calm inflammation, almond meal softens and revitalizes with vitamin E, and flaxseed meal reduces redness with omega-3 fatty acids. Easy to make and perfect for regular use, this scrub helps maintain a clear, glowing complexion naturally.

Yields30 ServingsPrep Time10 minsTotal Time10 mins

Ingredients

 ½ cup rolled oats (quick or old-fashioned)
 1 tbsp dried lavender buds (optional, see Chef’s Notes)
 ¼ cup almond meal
 2 tbsp flaxseed meal (or freshly ground flaxseeds)

Directions

1

Add the oats to a food processor and blend until a mealy consistency.

2

If planning to use lavender buds, grind them in a coffee or spice grinder until they’re a powder consistency.

3

Combine the ground oats, lavender buds (if using), almond meal, and flaxseed meal in a mason jar or clean reusable skin care jar. Place the lid on the jar and shake until all the ingredients are combined.

4

Store in the refrigerator or in a cool dark place until ready to use.

5

To use: Add 2 tablespoons of the mixture to a small bowl with enough water to form a paste.

6

Spread the DIY facial scrub over your skin, allowing it to sit for about 5 minutes. Then gently rub it off with clean hands or a gentle cloth.

Chef's Notes

Substitutions
In place of almond meal try coffee grounds.

Use dried rose petals or dried mint leaves in place of lavender buds.

Instead of flowers or herbs to offer scent, consider using dried blueberry powder or grinding freeze-dried berries. Powdered berries can offer both a berry scent and antioxidant power.

Storage
Store your DIY facial scrub at room temperature in a cool dark place for up to one month or an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three months.

Ingredients

 ½ cup rolled oats (quick or old-fashioned)
 1 tbsp dried lavender buds (optional, see Chef’s Notes)
 ¼ cup almond meal
 2 tbsp flaxseed meal (or freshly ground flaxseeds)

Directions

1

Add the oats to a food processor and blend until a mealy consistency.

2

If planning to use lavender buds, grind them in a coffee or spice grinder until they’re a powder consistency.

3

Combine the ground oats, lavender buds (if using), almond meal, and flaxseed meal in a mason jar or clean reusable skin care jar. Place the lid on the jar and shake until all the ingredients are combined.

4

Store in the refrigerator or in a cool dark place until ready to use.

5

To use: Add 2 tablespoons of the mixture to a small bowl with enough water to form a paste.

6

Spread the DIY facial scrub over your skin, allowing it to sit for about 5 minutes. Then gently rub it off with clean hands or a gentle cloth.

Notes

DIY Soothing Oat and Almond Face Scrub