11 DIY Coffee Scrub Recipes To Try At Home For Smoother Skin

1. Coffee And Sugar Scrub

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You Will Need

• 2 tablespoons coffee grounds
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon olive oil

Method

1. Put all the ingredients in a glass bowl and mix well.
2. Use it to scrub your face and body during the shower.
3. Store the rest in a glass jar and use within a month.

Why This Works

Coffee tightens the skin and is an excellent exfoliant while olive oil helps in keeping the skin nourished and moisturized.

This scrub contains antioxidants that boost skin health and keep it glowing.

2. Coffee And Coconut Oil Scrub

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You Will Need

• 2 tablespoons coffee grounds (use fresh coffee grounds)
• ¼ cup yogurt
• 1-2 teaspoons of vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil
• Juice of ½ lemon

Method

1. In a glass bowl, mix all the ingredients.Use the mixture to scrub your face and body. Let it sit for 1-15 minutes.Wash it off in the shower.

Why This Works

Coffee removes dead skin cells, and lemon juice brightens your skin.

Yogurt and coconut oil nourish and moisturize your skin. This scrub is incredibly refreshing and makes your skin soft and smooth.

3. Coffee And Honey Face Scrub

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You Will Need

• 2 tablespoons coffee grounds
• 3 tablespoons yogurt (or whole milk)
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 tablespoons cocoa powder

Method

1. Mix all the ingredients in a bowl.
2. Spread the mixture on your face and other body parts.
3. Massage gently for 10 minutes. Let it sit for a while.
4. Wash it off.

Why This Works

This face pack is extremely nourishing. It not only soothes the skin but also calms it down. Honey has antibacterial properties that have a healing effect on your skin. It also locks in moisture and, along with yogurt (or milk), keeps your skin nourished. This is one of the best homemade scrubs for dry skin to keep your complexion glowing.

4. Coffee And Brown Sugar Scrub

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You Will Need

• 1 tablespoon grounded coffee beans
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon almond oil

Method

1. Mix the coffee and brown sugar in a bowl
2. Pour oil into it and blend (adjust the consistency).
3. Massage this mixture on your face and neck in a circular motion.
4. Scrub for not more than 10 minutes and then wash off.

Why This Works

Almond oil and coffee renew the cell regeneration process. Almond oil also helps in eliminating dark spots and keeping the skin bright. This scrub is incredibly refreshing after you are back from a hectic day at work.

5. Coffee And Cinnamon Full Body Scrub

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You Will Need

• ½ cup coffee ground
• ¼ cup coconut oil
• ½ cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder

Method

1. Melt the coconut oil (if it is solid).
2. Mix all the ingredients in a glass bowl and let the mixture cool down a bit.
3. Make sure that the coffee doesn’t dissolve completely in the oil.
4. Store the mixture in an airtight jar and apply all over your body during the shower.
5. Scrub for no longer than 10-15 minutes.

Why This Works

The ingredients in this coffee body scrub exfoliate dead skin cells gently and make your skin look healthy after the first use. Coffee eliminates excess oil while cinnamon has antibacterial properties that keep infections and irritation at bay. You can also try a simple DIY coconut oil sugar scrub for added exfoliation and nourishment.

6. Coffee And Banana Feet And Legs Scrub

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You Will Need

• ¼ cup coffee grounds
• ¼ cup olive oil
• ½ ripe banana
• ½ cup kosher salt

Method

1. Mash the banana and mix all the ingredients in it. Blend well.
2. Apply all over your legs and feet.
3. Massage gently for 15 minutes.
4. Leave it on for 10 more minutes and then wash with warm water.

Why This Works

Want to keep your feet pretty? Then, this scrub is all they need. Banana can be a bit messy, but it makes the skin on your feet smooth, and the coffee grounds slough away the dead skin cells. Kosher salt kills bacteria and leaves your feet refreshed.

7. Coffee And Green Tea Scrub

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You Will Need

• ½ cup coffee ground
• 3 teaspoons Epsom salt
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 tea bag (green tea)
• 4 tablespoon jojoba oil

Method

1. Brew the tea.Mix all the ingredients, except the oil and tea, in a bowl.Add the green tea and oil while adjusting the consistency.
2. Mix it well and apply all over your body.
3. Massage for 10-15 minutes and let it stay for another 10 minutes.
4. Wash off with water.

Why This Works

This scrub has therapeutic benefits. Green tea contains antioxidants that are extremely beneficial for your skin. Epsom salt not only relieves inflammation but also eases pain and sore muscles. Using this scrub on your foot will also eliminate foot odor.

8. Coffee And Shea Butter Body Scrub

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You Will Need

• 2 tablespoons coffee grounds
• 2 tablespoons shea butter
• 3 tablespoons sea salt
• ¼ cup coconut oil
• 10 drops peppermint essential oil

Method

1. Melt the coconut oil and add shea butter to it. Mix well.
2. Add the other ingredients and blend.
3. Apply the mixture to your face and body and scrub gently.
4. Do it for 10 minutes and then wash it off.
5. Pat your skin dry.

Why This Works

Coffee acts as an astringentⁱ  for your skin while shea butter is loaded with vitamins A, D, and E that keep your skin moisturized. This homemade body scrub is great for irritated skin. The smell of peppermint oil will make you feel energized after a shower.

9. Coffee And Aloe Vera Scrub

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You Will Need

• ¼ cup coffee grounds
• 3 tablespoons aloe vera gel

Method

1. Mix both the ingredients.
2. Apply the scrub to your face or body and massage for 10 minutes.
3. Leave it on for 10 minutes.
4. Wash it off.

Why This Works

Aloe vera is extremely soothing and calming. It hydrates your skin and helps it feel relaxed. A good massage with this scrub stimulates the cells and gives your skin a healthy and natural glow.

10. Coffee And Rose Water Scrub

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You Will Need

• 4 tablespoons coffee grounds
• 1 teaspoon rose water
• 2 teaspoons juniper seed oil

Method

1. Combine all the ingredients in a bowl.
2. Apply the mixture to your face and body and massage.
3. Leave it on for 10 or 15 minutes before you wash it off.
4. Use lukewarm water.

Why This Works

Juniper seed oil has antisepticⁱ  properties. This recipe helps in preventing skin infections and rashes. Using it regularly makes your skin firm and smooth.

11. Coffee And Baking Soda Scrub

You Will Need

• ½ cup of finely ground coffee
• ½ cup of baking soda
• ¼ tablespoons of coconut oil
• 2 tablespoons of lukewarm water

Method

1. Combine finely ground coffee with baking soda in a bowl.
2. Add coconut oil and stir it well, then add lukewarm water.
3. Gently massage the scrub onto the body in circular motions.
4. Leave it on for 5-10 minutes before rinsing off with water.

Why This Works

Baking soda has antibacterial properties and has been used to treat itchy and irritated skin conditions like psoriasis (3). Coconut oil has anti-inflammatory properties that protect the skin barrier (4). So using a scrub may improve your skin’s health.