Sore Feet? Get a Sugar Scrub

Posted: July 3rd, 2014

Foot pain can be a debilitating pain, especially when you are required to stand on your feet all day. It can be difficult to find the strength to muster up the energy to tackle the pain and also difficult to find the time to do something about it. A foot massage is one way to help relax your feet and relieve any stress that they are feeling. You can add in a nice sugar scrub for benefits across the whole board.

What is a Sugar Foot Scrub?

A sugar foot scrub is a scrub made from sugar, oils, and essential oils. The scrub is fine in grain and does not irritate the feet. Many spa facilities will either use brown or white sugar and you can choose your scent of essential oil. Making foot scrubs at home is easy as well and allows you to perform a foot scrub whenever you need one.

Benefits of a Sugar Foot Scrub

There are many benefits to having a sugar foot scrub performed. One of the best benefits is the foot massage that comes along with it. Your feet will feel relaxed, pain free, and relieved from stress. In addition to the massage, the scrub helps exfoliate your feet and remove any dead skin cells that are present. These dead skin cells cause rough patches and dirt to stick on your feet. Once the scrub is performed, your feet will be left smooth and silky. You will notice a huge improvement in the way they feel and you will not need to worry about dry, cracked feet in your sandals anymore. Lastly, the scrub will help increase blood circulation to your feet and stimulate the flow of oxygen, which will minimize swelling, inflammation, and pain.

At Home Sugar Scrubs

It is always nice to have a couple of recipes on hand to make some sugar scrubs for your bathroom. You can choose to stick with the same scent and recipe all the time or even try a new one once in a while.

Peppermint and Honey Sugar Foot Scrub

Ingredients: 3 drops peppermint essential oil 2 tbsp. olive oil 1/4 cup brown sugar 2 tbsp. honey Directions: In an airtight container, mix together the ingredients until well combined. Use right away or store for later use.

Chocolate Sugar Foot Scrub

Ingredients: 1 tbsp. cocoa baking powder 1/4 cup olive oil 1 cup white sugar 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract Directions: Place all of the ingredients into an airtight container and mix well. Use immediately or store for use later.  

Lemon Sugar Foot Scrub

Ingredients: 1/3 cup olive oil 2 cup sugar 3 drops lemon essential oil Directions: Place all of the ingredients into an airtight container and mix well. Use immediately or store for use later.  

Start Scrubbing Today

You can make these recipes at home or you can go to your local spa and have a professional treatment performed. The results of a sugar foot scrub will keep you going back for more. Silky, soft feet are only a scrub away.