Javanese Gold Body Scrub

Give your skin the royal treatment with this exotic botanical scrub high in

beneficial emollients and antioxidants. Massage your skin with this

modern version of Javanese Lulur, a royal traditional body treatment that

dates back to the 17th century. The complete ritual starts with a full body

massage, exfoliating scrub, and a bath scented with jasmine and roses,

which is followed with a jasmine- infused moisturizer. The ladies of the

family treat the bride-to-be with this decadent ritual every day for 40 days

before her wedding ceremony. Enjoy the bliss of this exotic luxury— and

the silky soft and glowing skin that comes with it—in your own home spa!

YIELDS: 21 ounces

⁄ cup extra-virgin coconut oil

⁄ cup sweet almond oil

3 tablespoons honey

1 tablespoon sesame seeds

1 cup turbinado sugar

⁄ cup brown rice flour

2 teaspoons turmeric

What you will need: blender, rubber spatula, mixing bowl, measuring

cups, fork, jars and lids to fit 21 ounces of scrub

1. To Make: Place the coconut oil, sweet almond oil, honey, and sesame seeds

into the blender. Blend until you have a creamy, uniform consistency. The

sesame seeds will retain some texture. Using the rubber spatula, scrape the mixture into the mixing bowl. Add the turbinado sugar, brown rice flour,

and turmeric, blending the ingredients together with a fork until well mixed.

2. To Store: Store this scrub in a sealed container in the refrigerator and use

up within 3 months.

3. To Use: Apply to damp skin in small, upward, circular motions. Take the

extra time to give yourself a nice massage while applying the scrub. Start

with the legs and arms and make your way up to the torso, ending at your

heart. Rinse well. For added benefit, leave on your skin for an additional

10–20 minutes before rinsing off.

SKINCARE SECRETS

You don’t usually need any additional moisturizer after using a body

scrub, and your skin is left very soft and radiantly healthy.

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