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Raspberry-Basil Body Polish

Source of Recipe

From "Hello Glow" by Stephanie Gerber


Recipe Introduction

"You'll be tempted to eat this one, but resist! The ripe raspberries, honey, and brown sugar gently polish and revive dull areas of the body, while the basil adds a refreshing fragrance, purifies skin, and reduces redness."

List of Ingredients

◦  2 cups raspberries
◦  ¼ cup fresh basil
◦  ¼ cup honey
◦  1 cup brown sugar

â—¦ Recommended for: All skin types
â—¦ Frequency of use: Weekly



Recipe

Combine the berries, basil, and honey in a blender. Pulse on low until you have a paste. (You can also use an immersion blender, if you happen to have one.)

Transfer the mixture to a medium bowl and stir in the brown sugar with a spoon.

Apply the scrub in the shower with your hands, working it in circular motions from your feet up. (If you like, you can also use this mixture as a mask by leaving it on the body for 5 to 10 minutes after you scrub with it.) Rinse with warm water and follow with moisturizer. Refrigerate, covered, and use within 7 to 10 days.


â—¦ Tip: Sadly, it can't always be raspberry season. Fresh cranberries make a great substitute in winter.