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This 3-ingredient homemade coffee body scrub is super simple to make and nourishing for dry skin. A coffee scrub is great for exfoliating your skin and removing dead skin cells - but also gentle.
3-Ingredient Coffee Body Scrub Recipe
There are so many reasons to love coffee. Personally, I love it when I'm drinking it 3-4 times a day (judgment-free zone, okay?!)
I also enjoy making coffee mocha lip scrub with it! It only made sense that I make a coffee body scrub, too.
Coffee Body Scrub is:
- Nourishing
- Great for dry skin
- Exfoliating
- Made with everyday kitchen ingredients
Benefits of Using a Body Scrub
Exfoliating your skin with body scrub has many benefits. Not only does exfoliating make your skin look more lively and rejuvenated, it removes those dead skin cells that clog your pores.
Removing dead skin cells helps your foundation go on smoother (if you wear makeup), and allows spray tan to settle into your skin evenly (if you spray tan). Getting rid of dead skin can also fight the signs of aging.
Though there is no shortage of body scrub products on the shelves at the drug store, you can easily make your own body scrub.
Coffee grounds are slightly abrasive but still gentle as a skin exfoliator - which is why it's one of my favorite body scrub ingredients. Brown sugar is a little more abrasive than coffee grounds, but definitely not pain-inducing like some sea salt scrubs can be (why?!). The sticky sugar helps the body scrub to stick together, along with the moisturizing oil.
How to Use Coffee Scrub
I recommend using a body scrub in the shower first thing before you wash with soap because there will be a slight residue left on your body that you will need to wash/rinse off.
Take about a tablespoon at a time in your palms and rub in circular motions onto your skin. I use about 3-4 tablespoons each time I exfoliate to scrub my entire body - except for my face. If you're acne prone, I don't recommend using coconut oil on your face as it may clog pores.
Rinse off and wash body as usual.
Be very cautious as the oil in the body scrub may make your tub or shower floor slippery.
FAQs:
Do I use fresh or used coffee grounds for this recipe? You can use either.
Is it safe to put coffee grounds on my face? Yes, as long as you are not personally sensitive to it, it's fine for most people and can be very beneficial.
Will the coconut oil clog my drains? It's definitely possible. I have never had this issue and recommend letting the hot water continue to run for at least 5 minutes after rinsing off the body scrub. If it is a concern for you, you can absolutely use a different type of oil (grapeseed oil is also great for skin!)
Can I use this coffee scrub as a face scrub? You can, but I would use an oil that doesn't clog pores like hemp oil or grapeseed oil.
If you aren't a coffee drinker, maybe you will like this Simple Sugar Body Scrub recipe.
Ingredients
- ½ cup coffee grounds
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup coconut oil
Instructions
- Mix ingredients together and store in an airtight container.
- Use as directed above.
- Store any leftover coffee scrub the fridge (to prevent mold) and use the rest within two weeks.
Dawn says
Great recipe! Thanks from sharing.
Juliet says
I used fresh instead of used ground coffee. I double the batch in an airtight container and stored in the bathroom. I had no issues of molding. The scrub left my skin feeling smooth and soft. This is a once a week ritual for my body not my face. Followed up with Dove (free)soap after use. Always getting compliments on my skin. On my second batch.
rachna says
Hi, Just wanted to know Can i use instant coffee(Nescafe) as well in this mixture.
Karissa says
Sure!
Julie S. says
I make a similar scrub, but use organic honey instead of sugar. My ration is 1tbs coffee grounds, 1tbs honey, 1tbs base oil (you can add a few drops of essential oil as well).
Mika says
Sorry I didn’t read previous comments that said different oils can be used
Mika says
Coconut oil is not great for skin at all. Can this be substituted with olive oil? Coconut oil is particularly bad if you already have existing skin condition like rashes or dermatitis(which I do)
Maria Williams says
First time I use the scrub and my whole body feels soft and refresh. I also use a coffee mask to remove black heads. Use instant coffee mix water and make a paste and put it on the face and let it dry completely and rinse with water.
Gulnara says
Simply loved it. Did not have any problem with cleaning the bathtub afterwards. Excellent on the skin, smells nice, made my day. And now the coffee grounds can be repurposed, which is sustainable. Thanks very much, Karissa!
Nikki says
The scrub was ok but this just makes such a mess in the bathtub.... I now need to clean it again. Big pain in the butt... I will stick to store bought scrubs and not coffee as it also stained my tub and matt/made it look dirty. Just a warning...
Brooke Dannels says
Loved this so much, on both my face and body! Just to be a little extra I added some vitamin e oil and my skin is GLOWING!! Such a inexpensive yet wonderful skin regime!
Isabel says
How long will this last if I made a bigger batch? Should I store it in the fridge or would it be fine in a jar in my bathroom for a while?
Karissa says
It will still last about 2 weeks, and I recommend keeping it in your fridge because it can mold fairly quickly.
Soma says
Is Wesson oil okay to use
Karissa says
I recommend using oil of higher quality and one that doesn't clog pores. This is a good resource: https://blog.curology.com/winter-skin-care-face-oils-that-wont-clog-pores-e71e7aab89c0
Eunice says
Hi! How long is the shelf life for this recipe?
Lisa says
Hi there! I've made this a few different ways, I like using fresh grounds, organic sugar & a mixture/combination of oils. Carrier & nourishing oils. I absolutely love it!
Lisa Blackwell says
Awesome! Thanks
Lisa says
Will this clog my drain?
Karissa says
Hey, Lisa! I addressed this concern under the FAQ section. "It’s definitely possible. I have never had this issue and recommend letting the hot water continue to run for at least 5 minutes after rinsing off the body scrub. If it is a concern for you, you can absolutely use a different type of oil (grapeseed oil is also great for skin!)"
Allie says
Can I use olive oil and normal sugar instead?
Karissa says
Sure.
Robbie says
Should I use liquid coconut oil or melt my food grade?
Karissa says
I used melted food grade.
Clark says
We are going to do this for our science project thank you for providing everything we need to make this scrub
Tonya says
Can I use fresh ground coffee instead of used ground coffee?
Karissa says
Yes!
Deb says
I made your coffee scrub this morning and used it in the shower. It did a great job! My skin is nice and soft and the scrub smelled wonderful. I had coffee beans and ground them up. Oh yeah, the kitchen smelled so good too. Time for a hot cup now!
Candice says
You are very sweet and thoughtfull.
Yonix says
I'm only 9 and grade 4 but I need this for my gift and can I use powdered coffee instead of coffee grinds
Karissa says
Yes, it should work! I'd tweak the recipe a bit, though, so it's still exfoliating. Try 1/2 cup of brown sugar and 1/4 cup powdered coffee instead of what I have written above.
Evonne says
Can I use coffee grinds that has been used?
Karissa says
Sure!
Ashley says
If I use used coffee grinds, does it affect the recipe? Do I need to adjust anything when doing so?
LINDIWE says
CAN L USE VEGETABLE OIL INSTEAD OF COCONUT OIL?
Karissa says
You can - I would recommend using a high quality oil since you'll be using it on your skin and want to avoid any kind of breakout. Olive oil is typically great for the skin.