DIY Coconut Scrub

Sandal season may be far in the distance for those on the East Coast—unless you have a resort vacation on the horizon—but our feet are always in need of some restoration and hydration. Whether you’ve had a long day at the office or you’re trying to break in a new pair of heels, there is nothing a DIY at-home foot scrub can’t fix.  

 Try the below recipe for a luxurious, at-home foot treatment from celebrity manicurist and owner of As “U” Wish Nail Spa, Skyy Hadley, and your feet will feel good as new in no time! Skyy Hadley’s Recipe for the Ultimate Hydrating Coconut Scrub: ·      

   Begin by muddling a few fresh mint leaves in an empty jar to release their natural essential oils. This will help you relax while providing hydration. ·      

   Warm up some coconut oil and pour into the jar until it is halfway full. ·    
     Add 2 tablespoons of honey and mix in 1 tablespoon of sugar until the sugar is completely immersed in the oil mixture. ·   

      Take a couple spoonfuls of the scrub and work into your legs and feet to fully exfoliate, sloughing away dead skin and smoothing out calluses, cracked heels and rough spots. ·       
  The coconut oil will provide a great amount of moisture, leaving skin feeling smooth and supple. ·
         Also, be sure to rub on toe nail beds and in between toes to prevent nail infections and fungus (as coconut oil contains anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties).  ·       

  Repeat 1-2 times per week for a moisturizing and revitalizing at-home spa treatment. - 

Spa owner shares her winning secret!

By Melissa Meisel, Associate Editor

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