I don’t know why I’m always surprised that there is a natural remedy for any ailment that works as well as (or better) than expensive commercial solutions. Even cellulite! Mother Nature must be a girl, right? We all have our lumps and bumps and this simple cellulite scrub and body oil will help improve the appearance of your skin – no harsh chemicals required.
This cellulite oil penetrates skin easier than those fancy creams and lotions so the essential oils can do their magic. I’ve combined three essential oils that are naturally effective against cellulite.
Essential oils for cellulite
- Grapefruit essential oil contains large amounts of the anti-inflammatory enzyme bromelain, which helps break down cellulite.
- Juniper essential oil is known for its detoxifying and purifying effect.
- Rosemary leaf oil stimulates circulation and vital metabolic processes.
DIY: Grapefruit cellulite oil
Instructions
- Combine oils in a glass jar and stir to combine.
- To use, apply a small amount of oil to damp skin.
- During the first four weeks of use, massage oil into the skin with circular movements, at least twice a day.
- For ongoing maintenance, continue with the daily application.
Grapefruit Coffee Cellulite Scrub
You can’t talk about cellulite without talking about my favorite remedy, coffee. The caffeine in coffee grounds acts as a temporary diuretic that removes excess water from the skin. Just like it does for puffy eyes, caffeine tightens and improves the appearance of those troublesome areas. Plus, the grounds make an excellent exfoliator to remove dead skin.
And, you can add grapefruit again here for its natural ability to breakdown fat and cellulite. (Excuse me while I add grapefruit to everything now.)
DIY: Grapefruit cellulite scrub
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup coffee grounds (fresh or used)
- 1/2 cup oil (pick your favorite - almond, olive, coconut, etc.)
- 15-20 drops grapefruit essential oil
Instructions
- Combine ingredients in a bowl, stirring together to thoroughly mix and create a thick paste.
- Add more oil or sugar to get desired consistency.
- Store in a lidded container. Will last several months unless water it introduced.
- To use, apply to skin and scrub in circular motions over areas with cellulite.
There are a whole host of cellulite remedies you can do at home that barely cost a thing, like honey massage and a detox body wrap. Have you tried any natural cellulite remedies?
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Could I use coconut oil for the grapefruit cellulite oil recipe?
It’s a great scrub….with one exception—use sea salt in place of the sugar. Sugar is really nothing more than a mild scrub, while sea salt will scrub AND draw out toxins, which is ideal for correcting cellulite. You can use either coarse or fine–it’s just a matter of preference. But honestly, ANY DIY scrub which contains sugar is far more effective by substituting it for sea salt.
With both recipes, how much does it make? Like approx. how many ounces and such?
This is brilliant! I am so going to make this :) Did I mention that you are a genius?
That essential oil blend sounds like it would smell awesome!
I am taking blood pressure pills and cholesterol pill on script. Not sure which one but I cannot eat grapefruit as it has some interaction with pills. if you rub this oil with the grapefruit ingredient this will assume will go through your skin into your body. is this good for people taking one of these pills.