scrub your way to sustainability

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There is beauty in Upcycling Coffee Grounds

There’s something beautiful about giving things a second life—especially when it starts with your morning coffee.

You’ve enjoyed your cup. The warmth, the aroma, the pause. But did you know the used coffee grounds left behind can be turned into a natural, skin-loving body scrub? It's an easy, feel-good way to turn leftovers into something lovely—for your skin and the planet.

Why Coffee Grounds?

Used coffee grounds are kind of amazing. They gently exfoliate, helping to remove dead skin cells and leave your skin feeling soft and refreshed. They're rich in antioxidants, too—great for circulation, reducing puffiness, and giving your skin that healthy glow. And thanks to the natural oils in coffee, they offer a bit of hydration as well.

How to Make Your Own Coffee Scrub

Here’s a simple recipe you can try at home. It takes just a few ingredients and a few mindful minutes.

You’ll need:

  • 1/2 cup used coffee grounds (dry and cooled)

  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil (melted)

  • 1 tablespoon sugar (optional, for extra exfoliation)

  • A few drops of essential oil (lavender or citrus feel like a treat)

How to make it:

  • Mix everything in a small bowl until combined.

  • Store it in a clean, airtight jar.

  • When you’re ready, take a small amount and gently massage onto damp skin in slow, circular motions. Rinse off with warm water and pat dry.

Why It Matters

This little ritual is more than skincare. It’s about reconnecting with simplicity. About making space in your day for care—without needing anything fancy. And it’s a gentle reminder that even small choices, like reusing coffee grounds, can be part of a more thoughtful, sustainable life.

Take a Little Bit of alag Home

If you’ve ever wondered what to do with the used grounds from your coffee at alag, we’ve got you. Next time you stop by, feel free to ask—we’d love to send you home with some. Your coffee has already brought you joy once… now it can again.

Let’s give our coffee a second story. One that feels just as grounding as the first.

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