Pumpkin Spice Latte Sugar Scrub

This easy DIY Pumpkin Spice Latte Sugar Scrub is the perfect homemade gift for fall!

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My name is Marla and I have a pumpkin problem.

Okay more like a pumpkin spice problem.

I’ll admit it, I’m as “basic” as it gets when it comes to fall. Just give me #allthethings pumpkin spice and nobody gets hurt.

True story: last year my husband actually had to ask me (no – beg me) to stop making things with pumpkin. Friends, I was out of control. I went overboard. Our skin was borderline turning orange. Why the craze? Last year when I was pregnant with Harper, I missed out on pumpkin season entirely.

I know, right. Who would have thought that the food-craze I love the most would be the one to make me sick while pregnant?

So this year, I’m going to try (no promises) to not get pumpkin crazy. I SAID TRY, OKAY? To be fair, this recipe doesn’t actually have pumpkin in it, just pumpkin pie spices. So we’re good, right?

Back to the reason we’re here: Pumpkin Spice Latte Sugar Scrub.

Ya heard right, friends. I’m going there and I’m taking you with me. The thing about homemade sugar scrubs is that they are just downright decadent.

Put a fall twist on it and BAM you’ve got yourself the perfect gift for a mom-friend (or for yourself). This would also be the perfect craft to do at your Fall Pinterest Party!

And then, just picture it: after the kids are in bed, you take a relaxing post-crazy-day-soak, and use this scrub on your sore, tired feet. In about 2 seconds you’ll be shouting for your husband to bring you your phone so you can revisit this post and tell me I was right, this scrub did change your (fall) life. You’re welcome in advance.

When you read the ingredients, you might be wondering if this pumpkin spice latte sugar scrub is edible. While I’m sure you could taste it, I don’t believe it will taste quite as good as it smells.

Funny thing, though, my mom (who has incredible skin) once told me her flawless skincare secret: If you can’t eat it, don’t put it on your skin.

That’s pretty neat, right? While I don’t follow this word-for-word, I do keep it in mind when making or buying skincare products. Think about it: Greek Yogurt Face Masks, Apple Cider Vinegar Hair Rinses, PSL foot scrub…all the best stuff for our skin is food-based!

#PSL4Ever

Pumpkin Spice Latte Sugar Scrub Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 ½ Cups White Sugar
• ½ Cup Light Brown Sugar
• 2 tsp finely ground espresso
• ½ tsp ground cinnamon
• ½ tsp ground nutmeg
• ½ tsp ground cloves
• ½ Cup Avocado Oil (or coconut oil)
• ¾ Cup Melted (and cooled) Coconut Oil (I used expeller-pressed, refined)

Instructions

Whisk sugars, espresso, and spices together in a large bowl.

Pour both oils on top and thoroughly mix with a rubber spatula or spoon until combined. There may still be some oil separation and that’s okay.

Store in a mason jar with tight-fitting lid. I keep mine in the shower or on the rim of the bathtub and just stir with a plastic spoon before using.

Notes

• Avocado Oil acts as a great moisturizer. You could also use EVOO but it will change the scent of the scrub. I’ve made it with EVOO and the moisturizing power is incredible but the scent of the oil overpowers the spices. 
• The quality of the sugar doesn’t really matter, so get whatever’s cheapest.
• If you don’t have all of the spices individually you can use about 2-3 tsp of pumpkin pie spice instead.
• Coffee is actually a great exfoliator and can help reduce the appearance of cellulite and stretch marks.
• I have only used this scrub on my hands and feet. My face is typically very sensitive, so I haven’t tried it as a facial exfoliator. If you have sensitive skin, I recommend trying out the scrub on your feet first.

Bonus Pinterest Pumpkin Meal Plan!

Obviously making all of these recipes in one week would call for a serious intervention, but hey, a girl can dream.

Meatless Monday: Pumpkin Polenta with Fall Vegetables from Food Network

Taco Tuesday: Pumpkin Enchiladas from Tasty Kitchen

W: Pumpkin Bolognese from Love & Olive Oil

Th: Pumpkin Soup from The Pioneer Woman

Fun Friday: Pumpkin Streusel Bread from Lil’ Luna

S: Pumpkin Fettucine Alfredo from Cookie & Kate

Slow Cooker Sunday: Turkey Pumpkin White Bean Chili from Skinnytaste

More Fall Favorites

• Easy Toddler Halloween Paper Plate Craft
• Frankenstein Pudding Cups (Naturally Dyed)
• Fall Recipe & Craft Round-Up
• Pumpkin Gingerbread Waffle Recipe

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