Taking care of your feet is important to avoid painful and unsightly issues such as cracked heels and calluses.
Regular exfoliation can help, but many store-bought scrubs contain harmful chemicals and microbeads. Fortunately, making your own eco-friendly salt scrub at home is easy and effective.
In this article, we provide several homemade salt scrub recipes to keep your feet soft and free of calluses. With these simple and natural solutions, you can give your feet the care they deserve without harming the environment or your health.
Refreshing Lemon Foot Scrub
Ingredients
To make a refreshing lemon foot scrub, you will need 2 cups of granulated sugar, 1/4 to 1/3 cup of almond or coconut oil, and 6-8 drops of lemon essential oil. Begin by combining the sugar and almond oil in a clean, dry bowl.
Slowly add the oil until you have a soft, wet-sand consistency. Add as much lemon essential oil as preferred and work into your feet for five minutes before rinsing away in the shower. This scrub will leave your feet feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.
Gentle Oatmeal Scrub
Ingredients
To make a gentle oatmeal scrub, you will need the following ingredients:
| Ingredients | Amount |
|---|---|
| Rolled oats | 1/2 cup |
| Almond oil | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Water | 1/2-1 teaspoon |
| Brown or white sugar or honey (optional) | – |
To prepare the scrub, pulse the rolled oats in a blender until finely ground. If you prefer a coarser texture, leave some chunks.
Next, add the almond oil and water to the ground oats until you reach the desired consistency. If you prefer a sweeter scrub, you may add brown or white sugar or honey to the mixture. To use, massage the scrub into wet feet, then rinse and moisturize.
Tropical Pineapple and Yogurt Foot Scrub
Ingredients
To make this refreshing foot scrub, you will need:
- 1/2 cup of fresh pineapple, crushed to roughly 10% of a medium pineapple
- 1/2 cup of white sugar
- 2 tablespoons of plain yogurt
To prepare the scrub, start by mixing the sugar and yogurt together. Then, add the crushed pineapple to the mixture.
To use the scrub, apply it to your feet and gently massage for 10 minutes. Let it sit for another 10 minutes before rinsing it off with warm water.
The combination of pineapple and yogurt helps to exfoliate and moisturize your feet, leaving them feeling soft and smooth.
Clay Foot Mask and Soak
Ingredients
To make a clay foot mask and soak, you will need the following ingredients:
- 1/2 cup of Epsom salts
- 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons of bentonite clay
Instructions
- Begin by dissolving the Epsom salts in a basin of hot water.
- In a separate small plastic or glass dish, mix the apple cider vinegar and bentonite clay using a non-metal spoon.
- Apply the mixture to your feet and let it dry for 10 minutes.
- After 10 minutes, place your feet in the basin of hot water and let the clay wash off.
- Dry your feet and use a pumice stone to scrub away any dead skin.
- Finally, moisturize your feet to keep them soft and smooth.
By following these simple instructions, you can make a clay foot mask and soak that will leave your feet feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.
Milk Scrub for Cracked Heels
Ingredients
To make a milk scrub for cracked heels, you will need the following ingredients:
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Milk | 1 cup |
| Warm water | 5 cups |
| Sugar or salt | 4 tablespoons |
| Baby oil | 1/2 cup |
| Pumice stone | – |
| Salicylic acid acne pads | – |
| Favorite thick moisturizer | – |
| Socks | – |
Instructions
Follow these instructions to make and use the milk scrub:
- Fill a foot bath tub or large basin with one cup of milk and five cups of warm water. Soak your feet for five to 10 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix baby oil and sugar or salt until it forms a thick paste. Apply the paste all over your feet, massaging in circular motions.
- Use a pumice stone to scrub callused heels.
- Rinse your feet with water and pat them dry.
- Rub your feet with salicylic acid acne pads to further exfoliate them.
- Apply a thick moisturizer or petroleum jelly to the bottom of your feet.
- Put on thick, cozy socks and rest with your feet up for several hours or sleep with the socks on.
By following these simple steps, you can make a milk scrub for cracked heels at home and enjoy soft, smooth feet.
Cleansing Baking Soda Foot Soak
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons of baking soda
- 3 cups of warm water
- Juice of half a lemon
Combine all the ingredients thoroughly to create a fizzing mixture. Soak your feet for 10 minutes, then rinse the mixture off well. This foot soak is perfect for cleansing and refreshing your feet after a long day.
Soothing Peppermint Foot Scrub
Ingredients
- 1 cup of granulated sugar
- Olive or coconut oil of your choice
- A few drops of peppermint essential oil
To make this soothing peppermint foot scrub, start by pouring one cup of granulated sugar in a mixing bowl. Gradually add your preferred olive or coconut oil and mix until the consistency is slightly wet but grainy. Add a few drops of peppermint essential oil to give it a refreshing scent. Transfer the scrub to a pretty bottle and use it in the bath or shower to exfoliate, moisturize, and soothe sore feet.
Moisturizing Coconut Scrub
Ingredients
Create a moisturizing coconut scrub by combining 1/2 cup of solid but soft organic virgin coconut oil and 1 cup of white or brown sugar.
Instructions
- Warm the coconut oil until it can be mashed with a fork but is not yet liquidy.
- Combine the sugar and coconut oil with a fork or stand mixer for a lighter consistency.
- Apply the mixture to your skin and rinse or wipe off when finished.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to three weeks.
This simple and natural scrub will leave your skin feeling soft and moisturized.
Antioxidant-Rich Coffee Scrub
Ingredients
Create your own antioxidant-rich coffee scrub with these simple ingredients:
| Amount | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1/2 cup | Ground coffee |
| 1/4 cup | Brown sugar |
| 1/2 cup | Coconut oil |
| 1 tsp | Real vanilla extract |
Instructions
Follow these easy steps to make your own antioxidant-rich coffee scrub:
- Warm the coconut oil to above 80 degrees Fahrenheit so that it’s in liquid form.
- Mix the coffee, coconut oil, and vanilla extract together.
- Wait until the mixture has cooled to add the brown sugar to prevent it from melting.
- Once all ingredients are combined, massage the mixture into your skin.
- Rinse or wipe clean. If you wipe clean, the coconut oil residue left on your skin will keep working.
Enjoy the benefits of this natural and effective coffee scrub that will leave your skin feeling smooth and refreshed.
Vinegar Foot Soak for Achy Feet
Ingredients
To make a vinegar foot soak, you will need hot water, 2 tablespoons of white vinegar, and Epsom salt or sea salt.
Instructions
- Fill a foot bath or large basin with hot water. Add the vinegar and a handful of Epsom salt or sea salt. Mix well.
- Soak your feet in the mixture for 20 minutes.
- Prepare the same mixture using cool water.
- Soak a towel in the cool mixture, squeeze out the excess water, and wrap it around your feet for five minutes.
- Add essential oils such as lavender, eucalyptus, or grapefruit for an extra-refreshing finish.
- Repeat several times a day to reduce inflammation and relieve achy feet.
Using a vinegar foot soak is a simple and effective way to soothe your tired and achy feet.
The vinegar helps to soften the skin and reduce inflammation, while the Epsom salt or sea salt helps to relax the muscles and relieve pain. By adding essential oils, you can enhance the experience and enjoy a refreshing and relaxing foot soak.
Summary
You can easily make homemade foot scrubs using simple ingredients found in your kitchen. These scrubs can help exfoliate and moisturize your feet, leaving them feeling soft and smooth.
Some popular ingredients include sugar, salt, olive oil, coconut oil, and essential oils. Mix and match ingredients to create your own personalized foot scrub. Remember to patch test before using and avoid using on any open wounds or cuts.
