Himalayan Salt Scrub Recipe

DIY Himalayan salt scrubs

My feet are deadly in need of some TLC so I did some research in pedicure scrubs and soaks and learned the best foot scrub at home that removes dead skin from the feet.

This process is called exfoliation and can be easily done with a natural exfoliator such as Himalayan foot scrub that dissolves dead cells on the surface of the skin, promotes circulation, and makes the feet softer and smoother.

This Himalayan salt scrub recipe is made of four ingredients only that enable exfoliate dry skin and nourish and moisturize the newly uncovered healthy skin underneath. If done on regular basis this pink salt scrub will prevent the formation of dry and flaky skin and will keep your feet smooth and moisturized.

Ingredients you need to make Himalayan foot scrub

Himalayan salt

Mined from areas near the Himalayas, Pink Himalayan salt is packed with minerals that give it its specific rosy hue. It is unprocessed and unrefined thus contains many minerals like magnesium, calcium, and potassium that can help soften the skin and restore hydration. When rubbed into the skin, Himalayan salt can pull toxins out of the body while removing dead skin particles.

Coconut oil

Extracted from raw coconuts, coconut oil possesses antimicrobial properties and can reduce inflammation of the skin as well as moisturize dry skin. In this Himalayan salt scrub recipe coconut oil help to clean the feet making them soft and moisturized thus easier to remove the dead dry skin. Coconut oil in this recipe can be replaced with other moisturizing oil such as almond oil, apricot oil, or grapeseed oil.

Castile soap

A non-toxic castile soap is traditionally made from olive oil. castile soap lathers naturally without any chemicals. While most soaps tend to dry the skin, castile soap cleanse and protects the skin with the antibacterial agent oleuropein. It is, therefore, suitable for sensitive as well as acne-prone skin. Castille soap smooths and soothes dry skin leaving it supple and glowing.

Peppermint essential oil

In this study researchers found that the use of peppermint oil improves itchiness and possesses antimicrobial activity and antifungal properties against certain strains of Candida. This pink salt scrub will help soothe achy feet, provide antifungal protection and add a refreshing minty scent.

Himalayan salt scrub benefits

Exfoliating

This Himalayan salt scrub will help you to get rid of dead skin cells naturally. The rough granules of the pink salt scrub effectively and gently take off the dead layers of the skin cells revealing new healthy smooth skin underneath.

Skin detox

Granules of Himalayan salt penetrate deeper into the skin, removing dirt, bacteria, and toxins thus providing deep cleaning

Nourishing

Himalayan salt is unprocessed and packed with minerals that our skin benefits from. Such as chromium reducing skin infections or sulfur healing dry patches. While potassium, magnesium, and calcium help to restore skin cells, zinc helps with scars healing.

Moisturizing

Coconut oil in this pink salt scrub hydrates and moisturizes the skin, leaving it smooth and nourished.

Tools you need

• Measuring cups or digital scale to weigh out the ingredients.
• Medium-sized mixing bowl ( use a bowl made of glass or ceramic)
• Spoon
• Airtight storage jar (mason jar, or lidded glass container)

Himalayan salt scrub recipe

This DIY Himalayan salt scrub is easy to make and doesn’t require any specific skills or equipment. Moreover most of the ingredients you may already have at home.

First step

Add Himalayan salt and castile soap In the mixing bowl

Second step

Warm up the coconut oil if you want to soften it, add it to the mixture and mix it well

Third step

Add a few drops of peppermint essential oil and distribute it evenly

Fourth step

Transfer it into a glass airtight container or jar and label it. Notes: Decorate with dried lavender or rose petals if you want to give as a gift

how to use salt scrub

• Start with a DIY foot bath .
• Prepare hot water to the bath basin, the ideal temperature should be around 120 F (48 C).
• Add Himalayan salt or Epsom salt and baking soda (2-3 tablespoons) that can help exfoliate your skin, relieve itching and cleanse your feet
• Bring a towel and some extra hot water in the thermos (to keep the temperature pleasant) before you place your feet in.
• Soak your feet in for approximately 15 minutes.
• Remove your feet, dry them with the towel and massage 2 tablespoons of the diy pink salt scrub onto the feet.
• Massage it all over your feet, focusing on the heels and other dry skin patches.
• Let it sit for a few minutes and then place your feet back into the water bath basin, rinse your feet and dry them with a towel
• Use this nourishing body butter to moisturize your feet, and warm socks for the night to keep them warm and moisturized over the night.
• Repeat every week to achieve smooth and soft feet and prevent the formation of dry and flaky skin.

Can this Himalayan salt scrub recipe go bad?This Himalayan salt scrub is stable and safe to use without any preservatives. The salt itself prevent bacteria to grow and act as a natural preservative. Just make sure no water or moisture enters the jar.

Can I use sugar instead of salt?You can however Himalayan salt is more coarse and allows to remove dead skin easily. The sugar crystals are fine thus may not work as effectively on the thick skin as coarse salt crystals.

What can I use instead of Castile soap?You can use any other liquid soap just try to find the one with natural ingredients.