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How To Make A Simple Exfoliating Scrub For Your Smoothest Legs Ever

Jill Nystul  ·  August 31, 2018

Exfoliating Scrub

Did you know you are supposed to exfoliate your legs? I always assumed that the very act of shaving your legs was exfoliating enough. Oh silly me! Turns out exfoliating before you shave sloughs off any dry, dead skin, so you can get a closer shave, and ultimately, smoother legs. :-)

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When I saw this idea for a pre-shave leg exfoliating scrub I knew I had to try it. Now I feel like I’ve been missing out all these years! I couldn’t be happier about discovering this stuff. After using it, I would venture to say my legs have never felt softer or smoother. No kidding. The recipe is super simple. The most challenging part for me was actually finding time to take a bath! Well, unfortunately I never did find that time, so I made do and used it in the shower instead. I’ve never really been a fan of shaving in the bathtub anyway, so this worked well for me.

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Exfoliating Scrub For Silky Smooth Legs

Exfoliating Scrub

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup oil (I used olive oil, but you can use any oil, coconut oil, baby oil, canola oil, etc.)
  • 3 tablespoons citrus juice (lemon or lime) OR 20 drops Lemon Essential Oil

Exfoliating Scrub

Start by mixing all the ingredients together. I put mine in a mason jar and just shook it all up.

Exfoliating Scrub

Then I transferred the mixture to a plastic squeeze bottle for easy application.

Exfoliating Scrub

Soak your legs in the tub for 5 minutes. Or if you’re taking a shower, wash and conditioner your hair first, then after your legs have had a chance to soak for a few minutes, apply the mixture to your legs and rub it in. I was surprised at how good this felt! I ended up using it on my feet and arms as well! The abrasiveness of the sugar rubs off all the dirt and dead skin, the lemon juice (or lemon essential oil) works as a mild skin peel, revealing brighter, smoother skin, and, of course, the olive oil penetrates deep into the skin and provides long-lasting moisture.

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After rubbing the mixture in for a few minutes, it’s time to shave your legs. Feels pretty good huh? Well, we’re just getting started! Now, rinse and repeat! Yep, do it again. Rub mixture all over your legs, shave, and rinse again. This time you might want to use a mild soap to get some of the oil off. Or not, your preference!

Note: make sure the bottom of the shower isn’t super oily when you are done, so that the next person to use the tub or shower doesn’t slip and hurt themselves.

Exfoliating Scrub

When you get out of the bath or shower, put some of your favorite lotion on and enjoy your silky smooth legs! I guarantee you will be so amazed at how soft your skin feels, you won’t be able to keep your hands off yourself! ;-) And for more amazing homemade bath and body recipes, be sure to check out my eBook At-Home Bath & Body! You can buy it in my shop, or download it for free if you’re an OGT Plus member!

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Hi, I’m Jillee!

I believe we should all love the place we call home and the life we live there. Since 2011, I've been dedicated to making One Good Thing by Jillee a reliable and trustworthy resource for modern homemakers navigating the everyday challenges of running a household. Join me as I share homemaking and lifestyle solutions that make life easier so you can enjoy it more!

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Destiny
Destiny

So i can shave with the scrub ? Or should i exfoliate then rinse and then use my shaving cream and shave ?

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4 months ago
by Jillee
by Jillee

Either way! You can absolutely use it to shave, it’s very moisturizing :-)

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4 months ago
Genevieve Naidoo
Genevieve Naidoo

Hi Jillee, I love that this is natural and would love to try it out however I would like to know if it’s suitable for hair removal creams as well? I do have sensitive skin therefore i want to make sure that it would not burn my skin or be harmful in any way.

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5 months ago
Landon
Landon

I have sensitive skin and this does not burn my legs. I don’t use hair removal creams because they have given my sensitive skin chemical burns in the past, so not sure how the two would interact with your skin.

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5 months ago
Lucy
Lucy

What should the consistency be like? Mine ended up sort of thick, but still a bit runny. Should it be thinner, like a gel consistency?

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1 year ago
by Jillee
by Jillee

It sounds perfect! It’s sort of an odd texture, but it works wonderfully :-)

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1 year ago
Ellie
Ellie

Hi Jillee! Just a quick question. Can a different oil be used at all? Like maybe a rose oil instead of lemon citrus oil? Thanks! This is a wonderful post!

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1 year ago
by Jillee
by Jillee

Sure!

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1 year ago
Lexi
Lexi

Would this be okay for electric shavers?

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1 year ago
by Jillee
by Jillee

I don’t see why not! Just be sure to rinse the exfoliant well before shaving. :-) Since electric shavers don’t cut as close, it won’t leave your legs quite so soft. But it will still exfoliate and moisturize!

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1 year ago
Lexi
Lexi

Okay, thank you so much!

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1 year ago
Deborah Jones
Deborah Jones

Oil, of any kind, even liquid, is not good for your plumbing! Coconut oil is a no brainer, since it solidifies. But over time, liquid oil gunks up the pipes, causing debris to be trapped and before you know it, you have a clog! I no longer use oils in the bath or shower. And the dish soap that “takes grease out of your way”? It doesn’t magically disappear. It goes down the drain. We always wipe grease/ oil off of our dishes with a paper towel before washing them, and no longer have problems with clogs.

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1 year ago
Ana
Ana

Thank you for sharing this. I can’t wait to try it. Should this be done in every shave? Or how often?

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1 year ago
by Jillee
by Jillee

Every shave is best! :-)

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1 year ago
Ana
Ana

Thank you Jillee.. I LOVE your website you have awesome ideas!

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1 year ago
Toni
Toni

I’ve seen several ask, but have yet to see it answered.. how long does this mixture last??

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3 years ago
Jill Nystul
Jill Nystul

About 1 week, but it will last 2 or 3 in the fridge. :-)

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3 years ago
Prasuv Pokharel
Prasuv Pokharel

hOW LONG THIS cAN BE USED AFTER MAKING AND KEEPING IT IN JAR???

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3 years ago
Jill Nystul
Jill Nystul

A few weeks :-) Longer in the fridge!

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3 years ago
Jennifer Bosten
Jennifer Bosten

Does it separate? I’ve noticed that many things that involve oil tend to separate over time.

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3 years ago
Jill Nystul
Jill Nystul

A little, but you can shake it before use. :-)

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3 years ago
Prasuv Pokharel
Prasuv Pokharel

How long can it be made and keep it in jar?Can we keepit for 2 months or more???

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3 years ago

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