This natural body scrub combines the gentle exfoliating power of ground macadamia shells or nut pieces with the moisturising richness of macadamia oil.
Ingredients
- ½ cup finely ground macadamia nuts (pulse in a food processor)
- ¼ cup macadamia oil
- ¼ cup raw sugar or fine sea salt
- 2 tablespoons raw honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 5 drops of your favourite essential oil (geranium, ylang ylang, or sweet orange work beautifully)
Method
- Grind the nuts: Pulse macadamia nuts in a food processor until you have a coarse meal. Avoid over-processing into butter.
- Mix: Combine the ground nuts with sugar or salt, macadamia oil, honey, vanilla, and essential oil. Stir until evenly combined.
- Store: Transfer to a clean, airtight jar.
To Use
- In the shower, apply a generous handful to damp skin.
- Massage in circular motions, focusing on rough areas (elbows, knees, heels).
- Rinse thoroughly. Pat skin dry.
- Your skin will feel soft and moisturised without needing additional lotion.
Keeps for up to 4 weeks at room temperature. The macadamia oil prevents the scrub from drying out and adds a wonderful nourishing quality.