Coffee as a natural exfoliant
Surely you already know the benefits of using natural coffee beans. One of them is that it prevents neurodegenerative diseases and helps with weight loss. However, few know that the role of coffee is not only limited to that. It is their waste, which continually surprises us with its properties and new functions. For example, they serve as plant fertilizer, repellent and odor killer. But the most fascinating thing about the case is that it is now considered one of the best beauty secrets, becoming an excellent natural exfoliant. And this is quite new.
In Incapto Coffee, we are lovers of circular economy, which in a few words means, giving a long and lasting life to any product, as well as the three 'R's of ecology: Reduce, reuse and recycle. That is why we never tire of providing new alternatives that include ground coffee grounds, as long as they are 100% natural.
That said, in this article we will explain the benefits of exfoliating our skin using coffee grounds, how often we should do it, and more interesting facts about skin care.
What is the exfoliation process like?
As we like to speak with propriety and be as rigorous as possible, we consult Laura Iriarte, an enterprising woman and specialist in beauty issues. And in addition to that, she is the owner and manager of the hairdressing and beauty center.Shapes' who has more than 20 years in the beauty sector.
The specialist told us how to make an excellent natural exfoliant using coffee grounds. At the same time, it revealed each of its properties and how beneficial they are for the skin.
Now, Iriarte details that the skin “renews itself” every 28 days and our body has the ability to restore dead cells with new ones. Over the years this process slows down and if these dead cells are not eliminated, the skin does not oxygenate properly.” In summary, by performing this treatment frequently we would also be making it more receptive to the active ingredients that we want it to absorb.
This includes improvements in circulation, hydration and luminosity, very important factors that we always look for in any beauty treatment. And we will quickly find these qualities in coffee grounds.
In fact, at the Formas beauty center, they have a coffee scrub, which leaves a delicious aroma and at the same time the skin is extra hydrated.
Contains beneficial properties
The expert affirms that coffee grounds are an incredible natural exfoliant. We owe it all to caffeine, well yes, just as you read. This is responsible for breaking down fat molecules.
As if that were not enough, it is capable of activating circulation and increasing the levels of fat-burning molecules, with a powerful lipolytic effect. That is why most reducing creams include coffee in their components.
Turn your home into a spa
If during or after your summer vacation, you want to give your skin a little TLC, without wanting to spend a single euro, we have good news, this is possible! Laura Iriarte recommends exfoliating with coffee grounds and the best place for this will undoubtedly be the shower. We can even take this technique as a ritual and have that little time to pamper ourselves.
Making our coffee scrub is very simple. For this we will need the following ingredients:
-Coffee grounds (recent)
-Any type of oil, whether sweet almond, olive, coconut or sesame
When we have our ingredients, we proceed to mix a cup of coffee residue with 2 or 3 tablespoons of the oil of your choice. Stir until a paste forms. It is recommended that it have a creamy texture.
On the other hand, Laura Iriarte tells us that when applying our exfoliant, we must have dry skin. If you want it to be intense and work on it well, she advises doing “circular upward movements in the abdomen, buttocks and thighs, to help us combat orange peel skin.” When we finish, we must rinse the mixture with plenty of water. If you use cold water, it would be an excellent option, because it is capable of stimulating circulation.
Can we save the mixture?
The answer is yes! The expert recommends making a little more and storing it in a closed container in the bathroom. This guarantees that we have our natural and homemade exfoliant on hand, for when we need it.
Exfoliate at home or at the spa
Sometimes doubts arise about where we should have certain beauty treatments. To which, Iriarte advises us that if we do it from home, we must consider certain things, to avoid a bad result or damage to our skin.
So, if you are one of those who prefer not to go to a specialized center, you can use your natural scrub based on coffee grounds and apply it once a week. This will be more than enough. "It is important not to do it the same day that we have done some damage to the skin. I mean if we have sunbathed or are going to do so, or if we had some type of hair removal (laser, wax or shaving)" he points out.
But if you decided to go to a spa or beauty center, the manager and owner of Formas invites you to go to your trusted establishment. Especially at each change of season, and the best thing about living this experience is that it is much more pleasant when a specialist in the area performs it.
Another benefit of doing it in this type of center is that we can relax while we get covered in coffee grounds. And at the same time, enjoy a good massage and why not, enjoy an exquisite cup when we finish the treatment.
Whatever option you choose, your skin will thank you for treating it to a product as beneficial and natural as coffee. As long as you take into account the recommendations that the expert Laura Iriarte has given you.
