Baking soda is mildly abrasive and can be mixed with water to form a paste. It's suitable for a gentle exfoliation, but use it sparingly as it can be drying.
Sea salt is a coarser exfoliant that can help remove dead skin cells. Mix it with a carrier oil and a few drops of essential oil for a luxurious scrub.
A classic choice, sugar scrubs are gentle yet effective in removing dead skin cells. Mix granulated sugar with a carrier oil (like coconut or almond oil) to create a nourishing exfoliating scrub.
Ground coffee can be used as an exfoliating scrub. The caffeine content can temporarily tighten the skin, and the granules help slough off dead skin cells.
Mix honey with brown sugar to create a sticky yet effective scrub. Honey has antibacterial properties and can help moisturize the skin.
Ground oatmeal is soothing and exfoliating. Mix it with yogurt or milk to create a creamy scrub that's especially great for sensitive skin.
Rice flour is gentle and can be mixed with water or yogurt to create a mild exfoliating scrub. It's excellent for brightening the skin.
Some fruits like papaya and pineapple contain natural enzymes that exfoliate the skin. You can create a scrub using mashed fruit or find commercial products with fruit enzymes.