DIY Coffee Body Scrub Recipe
If you’re looking to treat your skin to something special, this DIY coffee body scrub is the way to go! It’s super easy to whip up with ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen, and it’ll leave your skin feeling smooth and soft. The coffee grounds give your skin a gentle exfoliation, and the smell of fresh coffee makes your shower feel like a mini spa. Trust us, your skin (and your senses) will thank you!
The best part about making your own scrub? You get to control exactly what goes into it! This simple, natural recipe is packed with oils to hydrate your skin while scrubbing away dryness. It’s a fun, budget-friendly way to pamper yourself and keep your skin feeling fresh and glowing all day long.
Check your pantry for ingredients (including mason jars or cleaned out jam jars for storing your brilliant body scrub) before embarking on this delightful DIY recipe. You may have all of the ingredients already or you might have to take a quick trip to the grocery store to stock up. Once you have your mixture made up, get ready to scrub-a-dub-dub till your skin is smooth as toffee from the vanilla-scented coffee. Yum!
Coffee lovers, you must also try this cool and chewy vegan boba coffee recipe. Perfect for sipping on during a lovely at-home spa day! Or, if this is an evening girls’ night out, how about pairing this activity with a rich dalgona coffee cocktail? Yum!
Why You Must Make This Coffee Body Scrub
This DIY coffee body scrub is a simple way to get soft, refreshed skin at home. The coffee grounds gently exfoliate while the oil adds moisture for a smooth and healthy glow. It’s easy to make, smells amazing, and feels like a spa treatment in your own shower! Here are more reasons we love making the DIY body scrub:
- It Smells Absolutely Amazing. If you love the scent of fresh coffee, this scrub is a treat! The warm, rich aroma makes your shower feel like a cozy café, turning your skincare routine into a little moment of bliss.
- It’s Super Easy to Make. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up this scrub in minutes. No fancy tools or hard-to-find ingredients—just mix, scrub, and enjoy!
- It Moisturizes While It Scrubs. The oil in this recipe helps to lock in moisture, so your skin feels soft and hydrated after exfoliating. No need to worry about dryness—just smooth, happy skin!
- It’s a Fun and Affordable Self-Care Treat. Why buy expensive scrubs when you can make one at home for a fraction of the cost? It’s a fun way to treat yourself while keeping your skincare routine simple and budget-friendly!
- It Gently Exfoliates Your Skin. The coffee grounds work as a natural exfoliant, helping to scrub away dead skin cells and leave your skin feeling smooth. Plus, it’s a gentle way to refresh your skin without harsh chemicals!
How To Make a Coffee Scrub
Seriously, it’s so easy and fun to make a vegan body scrub out of coffee grounds. Just mix up one cup of fresh or leftover coffee grounds with one cup of sugar and a half cup of your favorite oil. In this case, we’re making a coffee coconut scrub, so we used coconut oil. Then, add in some favorite essential oils, mix, and store in an airtight jar with lid. Voila! Coffee as a body scrub complete!
You can also make a facial coffee scrub by substituting the coconut oil for a more facial-friendly oil such as:
- Oily Skin – Jojoba or Grapeseed
- Dry Skin – Almond or Marula
- Acne-Prone Skin – Pomegranate or Rosehip
- Normal Skin – Argan or Jojoba
- Sensitive Skin – Sunflower seed or Moringa
If in doubt, go for jojoba oil. It’s the closest to your skin’s own natural sebum.
Helpful Body Scrub Tips and Suggestions
Looking for some extra tips to make your DIY coffee body scrub even better? Adding a bit more oil can make the scrub extra moisturizing for dry skin, while adjusting the coffee grounds gives you a gentler exfoliation. Don’t forget to store your scrub in an airtight container to keep it fresh and ready for your next pampering session! Here are our best tips for making the body scrub of your dreams:
- Play Around with Essential Oils – For a personalized touch, add a few drops of your favorite essential oil. Lavender, peppermint, or citrus oils (such as lemon or grapefruit) can give your scrub a refreshing twist and make your shower smell amazing!
- Go for a Coarser Grind for More Scrub Power – If you love a more intense exfoliation, try using a coarser coffee grind. It’ll give your skin an extra scrub without being too harsh—just perfect for those rough spots like elbows and knees.
- Keep It Fresh with a Mason Jar – Store your scrub in a mason jar or any airtight container (we love this glass jar with a bamboo lid with attached spoon) to keep it fresh. It’s easy to grab and looks cute sitting on your bathroom shelf!
- Mix Up Your Sweeteners – If you want to make your scrub extra luxurious, add a little vegan honey or maple syrup. Not only do they smell great, but they also help to moisturize and soften your skin.
- Customize the Texture – If you prefer a gentler scrub, add more oil and less coffee grounds. You can always adjust the texture to fit your skin’s needs for the perfect scrub experience every time!
Coffee Scrub Disadvantages
Using a coffee scrub is usually great, but there are a couple of things to keep in mind:
- If you’re allergic or sensitive to coffee on your skin, do a quick patch test on your inner wrist first. If it causes a reaction, just swap the coffee grounds for extra sugar instead.
- If your skin is on the sensitive side, the scrub might feel a little rough. Try using more oil and less coffee grounds and sugar, scrub super gently, and don’t leave it on for more than a minute or two.
- One more thing—if your skin still isn’t happy, the oil in your scrub might be the issue. Stick with an oil you know works for you, and feel free to skip the vanilla powder if needed!
100% Vegan Body Scrub Brands
When you’re not up to whipping up your own body scrub, try these brands. They’re not only cruelty-free, but also completely vegan. These companies are rockin’ it in the beauty and skincare arena:
Best Cruelty-Free Body Scrub Brands
Though these brands are not 100% vegan, but they do offer many vegan-friendly products. Just double-check the ingredient list or look for the vegan symbol before purchasing:
How Long Do Body Scrubs Last?
For homemade coffee scrub recipes like this one, they should last about 2 months in the shower area or up to 6 months stored in the refrigerator. Just make sure to use clean fingers or a spoon when scooping it out of the jar and always keep the lid closed firmly. (An airtight bamboo and silicone container with spoon is a great option.) If you can store the coffee ground scrub in a dark and cool location, even better!
The most important thing is to take care to dispose of the scrub if it looks or smells weird. Sometimes, the oils will become rancid and might smell “off”. In other cases, the coffee body scrub may form mold or other bacteria on the surface. It’s definitely time to make a fresh batch of the recipe or throw the scrub out if you see any of these signs.
Coffee Scrub FAQs
You can easily use this vegan coffee body scrub on your lips as well! Just scoop a small amount out and place it into a very small jar with a lid. Use a clean finger or small spoon to apply to lips, scrub gently, and then rinse well. Always apply a nice layer of rich, moisturizing lip balm after using a scrub. If you find that your lips are getting too dry or chapped, discontinue use for a while or only use 1-2 times per week.
You certainly can, but the result would not be a vegan scrub. Find out more about honey here. It’s totally up to you what you feel comfortable with. But technically, yes, it is possible to swap the sugar for honey.
Everything we’ve seen says coffee is awesome for your skin! The gritty texture naturally exfoliates, while the coffee grounds have some antimicrobial properties that help keep things fresh and clean.
More Fun DIY Beauty Recipes to Try
Print me! Did you know you can easily print our recipes, even DIY sugar body scrub recipes like this? Just tap the “Print Recipe” button in the recipe card. You can keep a stack of new recipes to try in your kitchen—or better yet—create a recipe binder where you keep all your favorites!
DIY Coffee Body Scrub
Equipment
- 1 large mason jar with lid or two medium sized mason jars
- 1 small saucepan
Ingredients
- ½ cup coconut oil
- 1 cup freshly ground coffee, or leftover coffee grounds
- 1 cup granulated sugar, beet or coconut sugar would also work
- 2 teaspoons vanilla powder
Instructions
- In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the coconut oil.
- In a large bowl, stir together the melted coconut oil, coffee grounds, sugar, and vanilla powder until well combined. Spoon into jar(s).
- To use, massage a small amount of the scrub over damp skin in the shower, using circular motions.
- Rinse skin with warm water and pat dry with a towel. Follow with your favorite vegan body moisturizer.
Notes
This DIY body scrub recipe was inspired by The Compassionate Chick’s Guide to DIY Beauty by Sunny Submaranian & Chrystle Fiedler ©2016
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Super cool to make homemade scrubs so good
This body scrub smells absolutely delicious! Love it!
This is so easy, and who doesn’t love smelling like coffee?!
I can’t testify to how this DIY Coffee Scrub works on the whole body, but it worked so well on my feet I’m almost embarrassed. I always wore socks because my feet were so dry and cracked (I work outside and spend a lot of time walking). Now I have fresh baby feet, and I don’t care who knows.
I love this DIY recipe! I already had everything in the house to make it and it makes my skin super smooth!
This scrub truly leaves your skin feeling amazing!
Love the smell of this coffee scrub! I had no idea it was so easy to make this at home!
This coffee body scrub is so easy to make and smells so good! I prefer it to store-bought, as I know all the ingredients going into it!