When I first started making my own homemade facial scrubs and homemade body scrubs, in 2012, one of my favorite things to do was find produce that was in season, and create beauty recipes with them.
We all know that various fruits, vegetables and herbs are uniquely beneficial to our bodies when we consume them. I am also of the belief that each has unique qualities that can be beneficial for our skin. I love doing research to figure out what those benefits are!
Since nectarines are currently in season, I decided to create a Homemade Citrus Nectarine Exfoliating Body Scrub. This body scrub has moisturizing properties from coconut oil, and exfoliating properties from sugar. Let’s learn about nectarines:
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Nectarines for Skin Health
I couldn’t find any peer reviewed journal articles or pub med articles specifically addressing whether nectarines are beneficial when applied topically to the skin, but I did learn that nectarines contain Vitamin C, lutein, phosphorus and beta-carotene that help (source):
- Protect against skin damage caused by UV radiation
- Contribute to collagen synthesis
- Normal functioning of cells and tissue
How to Make Homemade Citrus Nectarine Exfoliating Body Scrub
Makes 1 cup of body scrub. Affiliate links added for reference.
- 1 small nectarine (or half a large nectarine)
- 1 orange
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 3/4 cup sugar
Grate the skin off of the nectarine and the zest off the orange. Set aside.
Remove the pit from the nectarine, and place in a bowl. Smash the nectarine with a fork until broken down. Add the nectarine skin and orange rind to the nectarine, and mix.
Add in coconut oil and sugar, and stir until incorporated. Transfer to a clean jar with a lid, and store in refrigerator until ready to use. This homemade citrus nectarine exfoliating body scrub will last up to 3 days in the fridge.
To Use Homemade Citrus Nectarine Exfoliating Body Scrub
Apply liberally to body, massaging into the skin with gentle, circular motions. Rinse off with warm water, and dry off skin.
This Homemade Citrus Nectarine Exfoliating Body Scrub will leave your skin feeling super soft and clean. It also leaves behind a refreshingly cheerful and yummy scent!
A Printable Version of Citrus Nectarine Exfoliating Body Scrub
Homemade Citrus Nectarine Body Scrub
Ingredients
- 1 small nectarine or half a large nectarine
- 1 orange
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 3/4 cup sugar
Instructions
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Grate the skin off of the nectarine and the zest off the orange. Set aside.
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Remove the pit from the nectarine, and place in a bowl. Smash the nectarine with a fork until broken down. Add the nectarine skin and orange rind to the nectarine, and mix.
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Add in coconut oil and sugar, and stir until incorporated. Transfer to a clean jar with a lid, and store in refrigerator until ready to use. This homemade citrus nectarine body scrub will last up to 3 days in the fridge.
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How delicious! My college-aged daughters will love to make this scrub when they get home at Thanksgiving (mom’s already plotting ways to spend time with them 🙂 )