Taking care of your own skin is possible not only in SPA salons, but also at home. There are many proven recipes for various cosmetic products that can be prepared independently using natural components. One of the main tasks is protecting the skin from the sun and ensuring relaxation and restoration. In this overview, we will look at the recipe for preparing a soothing chamomile and orange scrub and learn about the benefits of these components for the skin.
Benefits of Chamomile for the Skin
Chamomile is a natural component that is called the most gentle and versatile in skin care.
The benefits are ensured by the following significant arguments:
- Chamomile has a pronounced soothing effect.
- Chamomile helps get rid of irritation and removes redness.
- Chamomile is especially beneficial for sensitive and inflammation-prone skin.
- Chamomile promotes the healing of minor damage to the skin.
- Chamomile has a mild antiseptic effect.
Using chamomile in the process of preparing a scrub at home, you will be able to soften the impact of abrasive particles on the skin, as well as minimize the risk of skin irritation as a result of exfoliating the top layer.
Benefits of Orange for the Skin
Such a component as orange can give not only a pleasant aroma, but also acts as an active natural care component.
The main benefits of orange in the scrub composition:
- This component is saturated with a sufficient amount of vitamin C, which participates in the process of evening out skin tone.
- Provides freshness and natural radiance to the skin.
- Guarantees the presence of a light toning effect.
- Promotes the process of skin renewal.
- Has antioxidant properties.
Thanks to the presence of a citrus aroma in the scrub, it is possible to provide a gentle relaxing and anti-stress effect.
Recipe for Making “Chamomile + Orange” Scrub at Home
Main set of ingredients:
- 2 cups granulated sugar;
- 3/4 cup grapeseed oil;
- 3 bags of organic chamomile tea;
- orange essential oil;
- two jars with a volume of 113 ml each.
Step-by-step recipe for making body scrub:
- Granulated sugar must be poured into a large glass container.
- Add grapeseed oil to the sugar and mix everything well.
- Tear open the chamomile tea bags and pour the contents into the bowl.
- Add 6-8 drops of orange essential oil to all the above ingredients. All components must be mixed until a homogeneous consistency is obtained.
- If the scrub turns out too dry, its consistency can be “regulated” using grapeseed oil: oil is added 1 tablespoon at a time to the bowl and everything is mixed again until the perfect consistency is obtained.
- The finished mixture is poured into glass jars with a volume of 113 ml each, which have been previously washed and dried.
- The scrub is ready to use, and with additional decoration of the jar, it can be given to friends or acquaintances.
After using the scrub as intended, the bathtub must be thoroughly washed to get rid of slippery areas.
The scrub has a light and unobtrusive aroma with refreshing orange notes. By observing all the above proportions, you will be able to avoid the undesirable sharpness of the citrus aroma.
Why Chamomile and Orange in the Scrub?
There are many different recipes that use all kinds of variations of natural components. But why were chamomile and orange chosen as the main components?
This is directly related to the features of each of the natural ingredients in the composition:
- Chamomile is responsible for reducing possible skin irritation after the exfoliation effect.
- Orange is responsible for skin freshness, evening out tone, and also helps enhance the positive renewal effect.
After all, the prepared scrub performs two main functions at once:
- Mechanical exfoliation of the skin.
- Quality care and skin restoration after the home procedure.
As a result, chamomile and orange together are able to create the perfect balance: delicate cleansing + soothing and toning care.
Why Is Sugar the Ideal Base for This Scrub?
The use of granulated sugar in the recipe is not accidental. After all, sugar crystals are distinguished by the most soft and rounded edges compared to salt, and therefore they are considered less traumatic for human skin.
In addition, the choice in favor of sugar is due to its unique ability to quickly dissolve in water, and this feature reduces the risk of micro-damage during skin scrubbing.
The composition of granulated sugar contains glycolic acid in a safe amount, which contributes to the process of gentle skin renewal. For this reason, this component can be used even for sensitive skin, and in combination with chamomile, sugar “works” even more delicately.
Important
Before further use of the homemade scrub, it is necessary to conduct a test for individual sensitivity: a small amount of the finished scrub should be applied to an area where the skin is most “delicate” (for example, wrist, elbow bend), evaluating the resulting reaction within 24 hours.
Despite the fact that chamomile and orange essential oil are considered natural components, they can cause allergic reactions associated with individual intolerance. This is especially relevant for people with sensitive skin, with skin that is prone to manifesting various allergic reactions to plants and citrus fruits.
In addition, essential oils are recommended to be used in strictly specified dosages. Oil should not be applied to severely damaged areas of skin; it is important to prevent contact with mucous membranes.
After using the scrub and other products that contain citrus components, you should avoid active sun for 12-24 hours. This is due to increased photosensitivity of the skin.