DIY Coffee Scrub for Chicken Skin: Natural and Effective with 3 Ingredients
Author: Jinane Doughan
- Professional makeup artist with a degree from the French Fashion Institute ESMOD Dubai
- Specializes in natural skincare and haircare
- Accredited Master Trainer, offering workshops at a well-known academy with 16 branches
- Provides in-depth video courses on natural skincare and haircare through her private platform
- Shares expertise on her YouTube channel, Jinane World, with over 700 educational videos and 140K+ subscribers
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Disclaimer
This article is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always perform a patch test before using any natural skincare or haircare products.
In this tutorial, we introduce our DIY Coffee Scrub for Chicken Skin. Using only three natural ingredients—coffee grounds, sugar, and olive oil—this remedy offers a simple yet effective solution. By gently exfoliating and moisturizing, it helps to smooth and clarify your skin’s texture. Consider consulting with a dermatologist for your condition.
Follow our straightforward steps to create this scrub at home, and discover the natural beauty benefits it brings. Treat yourself to a rejuvenating experience that leaves your skin feeling soft, smooth, and revitalized.
What Is Chicken Skin
Chicken skin—Keratosis Pilaris—is a common skin condition that often appears as small, rough bumps or pimples on the skin’s surface. These bumps, typically found on the upper arms, thighs, buttocks, or even the face, occur when dead skin cells clog hair follicles.
The condition is usually harmless but can cause the affected areas to feel dry, rough, or itchy. Many people notice it more during colder months when skin tends to be drier. Hair removal methods such as shaving or waxing can potentially exacerbate the appearance of the bumps in areas where keratosis pilaris is already present.
For more detailed information, you can check out Understanding Keratosis Pilaris (Chicken Skin), on Healthline.com.
Ingredients Needed
Choose high-quality ingredients to boost the effectiveness and safety of your DIY beauty products.
- Ground coffee
- Granulated white sugar (table sugar)
- Olive oil. Alternatively, coconut oil, jojoba oil, or sesame oil are suitable substitutes. Choose the oil that best suits your skin type, although olive oil is preferable due to its denser and more viscous consistency.
Tools Needed
- Bowl
- Tablespoon
- Teaspoon
- Small silicone spatula
- A small container, if required, to store your DIY Coffee Scrub for Chicken Skin
Prior to use, ensure that both your utensils and containers are properly cleaned and disinfected. Wash them with warm soapy water, dry with a tissue, and then sanitize by spraying with 70% medical alcohol. Wipe them clean and let them air dry before use.
Steps: DIY Coffee Scrub for Chicken Skin
Spoons Explained!
In some articles, we use spoon measurements for non-liquid ingredients. These terms apply to both tablespoons and teaspoons:
- One Spoon: Ingredient filled and leveled in a measuring spoon.
- Rounded Spoon: Ingredient slightly piled above the spoon’s edge.
- Heaped Spoon: Ingredient scooped as high as possible on the spoon.
- Slightly Heaped Spoon: A bit more than a rounded spoon but not overly heaped.
1- Begin by placing 2 rounded tablespoons of granulated white sugar in a bowl.
2- Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
3- Add 1 heaped teaspoon of finely ground coffee.
4- Mix the ingredients thoroughly with a small silicone spatula.
5- The DIY Coffee Scrub for Chicken Skin is now ready for use.
How to Use: DIY Coffee Scrub for Chicken Skin
Follow these steps to effectively use the scrub and achieve clearer and smoother skin:
a. Prepare Before Showering: Before taking a shower or bath, gather your DIY Coffee Scrub for Chicken Skin.
b. Application: Apply the scrub to areas where you have chicken skin, such as the upper arms, thighs, or buttocks.
c. Massage Gently: Rub the scrub onto your skin in gentle, circular motions for about 10 minutes. This helps exfoliate, remove dead skin cells, and open the pores.
d. Allow to Sit: Let the scrub sit on your skin for another 10 minutes. This allows the natural ingredients to nourish and moisturize your skin.
e. Rinse Off: After letting it sit, rinse off the scrub thoroughly with lukewarm water in the shower or bath.
f. Moisturize: Pat your skin dry gently with a towel and follow up with a moisturizer to lock in hydration.
Benefits
Here are the benefits of using the DIY Coffee Scrub for Chicken Skin:
Exfoliation: The gentle abrasiveness of coffee grounds and sugar helps to effectively exfoliate the skin, removing built-up dead skin cells that can clog pores and contribute to rough, bumpy patches.
Softens and Hydrates: Olive oil, celebrated for its moisturizing properties, deeply nourishes the skin. This aids in softening rough areas and preventing dryness, resulting in supple and hydrated skin.
Improves Skin Texture: Regular use of the scrub can smooth out the texture of the skin affected by keratosis pilaris, reducing the appearance of bumps and promoting a smoother skin surface.
Nourishing Ingredients: Coffee grounds, rich in antioxidants, help rejuvenate the skin. Meanwhile, sugar attracts moisture, helping to keep the skin hydrated.
Enhances Skin Radiance: By promoting circulation and gently removing dead skin cells, the scrub can help reveal a more radiant complexion, giving the skin a healthy glow.
Incorporating these benefits into your skincare routine can help to address the challenges posed by keratosis pilaris while nourishing and revitalizing the skin.
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Video How-To on My Channel | Jinane World
The steps to make the DIY Coffee Scrub for Chicken Skin are demonstrated between the timestamps 0m55s and 2m57s of this video.