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Coffee Scrub Recipe

This homemade antioxidant coffee body scrub exfoliates the skin, helps reduce the appearance of cellulite and moisturizes the skin with coconut oil.

Exfoliating coffee body scrub made with organic coffee, sugar and coconut oil.

Body scrubs are a great product to help your skin feeling moisturized and nourished. You can spend $12 to $25 for a quality scrub or just a few dollars making it home with organic ingredients.

When making body scrubs you can choose from sugar, salt, oats, grains, and coffee for the base. They all exfoliate and offer different properties for the skin.

Several years ago I worked for a Bath and Body company. I fell in love with their coffee and cocoa scrubs. The coffee body scrub was known to help reduce cellulite. I used it for several months and found that it helped to firm and smooth my skin. Caffeine in the scrub is what supposedly helps reduce cellulite.  I don’t claim that this scrub will reduce cellulite (though that would be an added bonus) but I will tell you that coffee and coconut oil are rich in antioxidants, which are very beneficial for the skin.

For my homemade body scrub, I use fresh ground coffee and organic cane sugar. Fresh ground coffee contains antioxidants, but you can substitute fresh grounds for used grounds if you like. Ground cinnamon is added for its warming effects on the skin (and it smells amazing).

Exfoliating coffee body scrub made with organic coffee, sugar and coconut oil.

My coffee body scrub also smells amazing! I am a die-hard coffee lover, so I am in heaven when I use it!

How to use: Use 1-2 tablespoons of the coffee body scrub to exfoliate your skin. Make sure to rinse off thoroughly. You may want to use a drain catcher to collect grounds from going down the drain.

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Coffee Scrub Recipe

This homemade antioxidant coffee body scrub exfoliates the skin, helps reduce the appearance of cellulite and moisturizes the skin with coconut oil.
Prep Time2 mins
Cook Time5 mins
Total Time7 mins
Servings: 2 cups

Ingredients

  • 1 cup ground organic coffee 
  • 1 cup organic sugar or salt
  • 1/2 cup  organic coconut oil 
  • 1/2 tablespoon cinnamon (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

  • Melt coconut oil and allow it to cool but not solidify.
  • Mix all ingredients together and store in an airtight container or mason jar.
  • Use 1-2 times a week (or every day if you like).

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Tiffany - The Coconut Mama

I’m a mama, a cook, and a lover of all things coconut! I’m passionate about natural foods and a true believer in the health benefits of coconut oil. I use coconut products in all my baking and share my tutorials and recipes on my site with the hope of helping others to live healthier lives!

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    263 Comments

    7. Abi

      I’ve seen a few receipts for a similar scrub but with half the amount of sugar. (other quantities of coffee/coco oil the same).
      What difference does 1 full cup and 1 half cup of sugar make to this scrub? Tank you!

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    8. Jacqueline Satov

      I’m about to make the scrub but wondering about the cinnamon and vanilla. Do we use essential oils or the stuff we bake with?

      The 1/2 cup of coconut oil, is that measured before or after it’s melted?

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    11. Eliza

      Hi Coconut Mama,
      I made this coffee scrub today and tested on the back of my hand. After I rinsed off, I see there is a layer of oil show up on the back of my hand. This is my first time DIY. Can you explain me how to get rid of the oily layer?

      I altered the recipe a bit since I run out of sugar. So I put 2 cup X ground coffee, 1 cup X coconut oil, 1 Tablespoon X cinnamon and 2 X Vannilla extract.

      Thanks

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    13. sheila faura

      I only use “used” coffee grounds. I spread them out on paper towels for a few days until they are completely dry. Used coffee grounds have so many uses, I don’t throw them away. Good coffee isn’t cheap. 😉 Slightly melt the coconut oil so it mixes well then refrigerate to harden. My scrub is amazing. I always keep it on hand & save some extra in the fridge. I don’t use cinnamon or vanilla either.

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      • Heather

        Hi there. My scrub (first attempt) went mouldy after a few days.
        Could you suggest what I can do to stop this?
        I put it in a mason jar and they were used coffee grains
        Also, You suggested using a preservative for commercial use. Could you recommend one?

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      • Christa

        I have relatively oily skin, and acne (super frustrating right?!) what I’ve discovered is this- don’t use the acne face wash- it makes it worse – but instead wash your face with water and coconut oil, and then just wash it off- don’t use soap. Then cleanse with Apple Cider Vinegar/ water to tone and also purifies the pores!!
        Also this scrub- which is fantastic does not make the skin oily. It’s a rehydrated and exfoliating scrub!!! Like the coconut oil on its own, it doesn’t make your skin oily. It helps hydrate and clean out the pores without being a jealous cleaner like a lot of cleaners for the face in the market!!!!

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      • TJ

        It’s best not to use coconut oil on your face as it is considered highly comedogenic. As the molecules are so large, the skin can not absorb it and therefore it can block pores.

        On the body it is not so bad as long as you wash it off 🙂

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    23. ksand1

      I just used this scrub for the first time and I am absolutely in love with it! this is an amazing recipe and the coffee aroma helps you feel refreshed and energized.

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    25. Amanda S

      I’m drying out my used coffee grinds to try this but wondered if I really need to add the sugar/salt or can I just use coffee and coconut oil? Also, once I mix, will the coconut oil not go solid again? Thanks!

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    32. Christy Roppel

      Hi!
      I just wanted to clarify something: The coffee grounds are “raw” not “‘used” right? I would think if they were “used” this may cause mold….what do you think?

      Thank you!
      Christy

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    40. Deanna Walley

      Thanks for sharing. I love this recipe . It makes my skin feel so soft & energized. I’m a sucker for coconut oil!!! Do you happen to have a recipe for spray on body lotion using coconut oil?
      Sincerely, Deanna W.

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    52. Sam DeMars

      This sounds terrific, but I can’t do it.
      Here’s my problem, if I use something on my skin, I don’t want to put that same ingredient in my mouth.
      I love coffee and I like coconut oil, but if my skin smells like coconut oil, I don’t want to eat something that also smells like my skin.
      So I’ve decided to just eat coconut oil and not use it topically.
      Maybe it’s just my issue.

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    56. deborah

      I made this about a month or so ago with dried spent grounds (i don’t really mind about the lesser antioxidants). The coffee aroma is still nice and bold. I havent had any issues with mold. I make sure i only scoop 1 time with very clean hands as not to introduce bacteria. Usually i use jars but this is in plastic and still no problems. Thanks for posting!

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    58. Jo

      Please can you advise what the shelf life of the coffee bean body scrub is likely to be. I have made a batch up and am storing it in an airtight jar. Thank you in advance

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    60. dawn

      what kind of organic coffee do you get for this and how many oz does this recipe make,how long does it keep , i want to add a scrub like this to my skincare line,i want to add to it as well ,is that ok?is it ground coffee? thank you dawn

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    64. Kogilam

      Hi there Coconut Mama

      I love your site and info on cocnut. Please can you tell my how long the home made body products will last – i.e. their shelf life?
      Love the recipes.

      Many thanks

      Kogilam
      Cape Town, SA

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    66. vera

      HI

      soo wana try this recipe 🙂 is it safe to you on areas where small spider vieans are, what you think?
      wouldn’t it be better to use raw green coffee instead of roasted coffee? (its just i live in hawaii and i can go pick green coffee and use in recipe.)

      Please reply asap.

      Thanks

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    69. Laura

      I would strongly advise against using this every day. Even twice a week might be a bit too much for some people. It will damage your skin if you overdo it, especially if you chose to make it with salt, which is more abrasive and also will suck the moisture right out of you.

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    70. Gill

      Absolutely gorgeous. Really amazing scrub. I suffer with horrendous eczema and extremely dry skin. I made this and although not a cure it was fabulous and my skin has been slightly improving ever since. Thank you very much xx

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    71. Mousumi

      Hi Tiffany,

      I loved your recipe. I wanted to know the role of the sugar or salt in this recipe. Also, I was wondering whether we use sugar crystals or powdered sugar? I sometimes use coconut oil to oil my hair. Will that do?

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      • H

        Salt or sugar ae both physical exfoliants. They put most of the scrubbing action in yours scrub.

        Also powdered sugar will dissolve in the solution. Using raw sugar will give you the most course scrub where salt will result in a finer scrub.

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    75. Monique

      What is the best way to rinse coffee ground scrub as not to get it down the drain and clog it? I would prefer to scrub in the shower a I live in an apartment and can’t go outside to scrub or anything. Also don’t want to make a mess all over the bathroom floor but I just read in many places that coffee grounds are very bad for your pipes and can clog them quite quickly so I was wondering if you had any advice on that.

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    76. Sam

      Just made this yesterday morning. Poured it into pint aized mason jars. Smelled amazing! Followed the recipe just like it said. I have one slight issue though. Went to use the scrun later that night and after opening the lid, the top of the scrub was super dried out. Anyone else experience this after making and how can I remedy this? Wanted to give as gifts but not if its a dry blob

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      • Zesa

        You could, but you wouldn’t get the same moisture for the skin. You could try with extra virgin olive oil or Shea butter or a combination of the two – but the best effect would be the coconut oil.

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    81. Heather Brauer

      I agree with another comment that said this will have a shelf life of about one week, unless you use a spoon to get it out of the jar. Especially if your using it in the shower. whenever you introduce water to a product like this bacteria, mold and yeast begin to grow.

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    84. Eloise

      Hi ! I’ve made this scrub almost a month ago now, I really like it. Although it has more of a ‘burnt’ smell than a coffee smell, too much cinnamon maybe. I find that this is a recipe for a very large amount, I cut down on the quantities and still found myself with two jam jars of it ! But it keeps surprisingly well compared to the comments I’ve read. I kept one jar in the shower where the mixture got wet several times and it is still in perfect condition ! I find it great as I don’t need to moisturize after a shower as with other scrubs or even just a regular shower.
      All in all, really good recipe , thank you !

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      • jessica

        Thaonguyen,
        coffee scrubs like this will last about a week. Ive been making one for over a year now and only once did I get lazy and about a week after I made it I opened the jar and it was molding.
        Sadly, one of the downfalls to homemade goodness- but definately worth it to not be putting chemicals and preservatives into your bloodstream. I considered selling it at farmers markets but decided not to when I witnessed how quickly it can expire.

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        • AlexR

          Did u use fresh grounds or used grounds? She’s mentioned not to use grounds that have been used/filtered with water as that causes molding. Just grounds straight from the package. The other warning was to try and avoid allowing any water to get into the scrub.

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    88. Toni Sicola

      I am planning to make this over the weekend, but I’m wondering two things — do you use this in the bath on your whole body? And if yes, how do you avoid clogging the drain with the oil and grinds? I have heard some nightmarish stories about people spitting their oil-pulling coconut oil down the drain and having a heck of a time unclogging it. What do you think?

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      • Brook

        I imagine that the unfortunate oil-pulling incidents are because people may be running cold water down the sink at the same time which would cause the coconut oil to solidify and yes, clog the drain eventually. I’ve never had an issue with coconut oil scrubs plugging my shower drain, but my showers are often quite long and quite hot so the oil would stay liquified and be flushed right out of the system. You would think though that for the oil-pullers, they would just have to run some hot water down the sink to liquify the coconut oil. But I guess if there were other gross things stuck in there, that might not work. YUCK!

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    89. Dar

      Tiffany, I was wondering if I could reference your post in my own blog? (
      http://AlaskanHomeGrownFoodie.com ) I’m doing a post about the benefits
      of Coconut. I think it would be a great addition. I don’t have tons of
      readers yet like you (I’m pretty new at this) but I think they’d
      benefit. When you have time to get back to me. 🙂

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    90. Cate

      I made this a couple weeks ago to try on myself… now I am making small jars-full for all my friends for holiday gifts. I love the exfoliating action of the grounds and the coconut leaves my skin so soft I don’t need lotion!

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    95. Newintown

      I have been doing exactly this for about 3 years now, and the good news is, the caffeine really does firm the thighs 🙂 Besides the fact that it smells absolutely divine. You need to rinse your body very thoroughly though, since the ground coffee will stick to your body like the devil, but since the coffee will be flushed out of the tub/shower with PLENTY of water (for above mentioned reason), I haven’t been able to see any adverse effects on the plumbing yet.

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    99. Denise Sith

      Just made this scrub &.it smells beyond divine! used some of the extra on the spoon used to mix on my hands….amazing! And bonus, it left me with a little color! I only use French Press so coffee it is a finer ground…maybe that’s why I got the color?!

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          • K

            If you’d exist in a way that wasn’t so extremely painful to yourself, you might spare us all. I’m assuming due to the “coz,” English might be her SECOND LANGUAGE. Pfft, another American thinking that Americans and their English (which by the way, is the most inefficient, ridiculous, and unorganized language in the world – widely ridiculed) are the only things in existence. Bug off.

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    111. Laura Passarello

      Great! I mix coconut oil and brown sugar for a great scrub for keratosis pilaris. It works better than the store bought stuff that costs $85. I like the idea of adding coffee, vanilla and cinnamon. Thanks!

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    112. Lynn Thelen via Facebook

      This is a definite must try. Not a coffee drinker but will buy some. I love making salt scrubs with coconut oil so this should really work.

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