Hi Friends! A couple of weeks ago, I whipped up a batch of homemade citrus salt scrub to help get our skin ready for summer, and believe me, that stuff works! But while the salt scrub is awesome for heels and elbows, I wanted to try something softer for everything else. So over the weekend, the girls and I did some experimenting, and we came up with a gentle, refreshing lavender peppermint sugar scrub.
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When I first made the salt scrub, I heard from a lot of people who recommended sugar scrubs, and to be honest, I had never tried sugar scrub before. Weird, huh! I was always afraid those would be too sticky or gooey, but of course, I was so wrong. Now I know why so many people recommended sugar scrubs, and I’m so glad I gave this a try.
I’ve also been experimenting more with essential oils, and I am definitely finding some favorites — like peppermint. I love the way it smells, and it’s so refreshing too. And lavender — clean, pure, and not at all heavy like the some of the scented products you’ll find in the stores. I’m usually sensitive to heavy perfumes and scents, so Iavender oil was a nice surprise!
Making the sugar scrub was easy, and the only thing I had to buy was coconut oil, which I thought would work better than olive oil with the scents I wanted to use.
Ingredients
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup organic coconut oil
- 4 drops lavender essential oil
- 2 drops peppermint essential oil
This was easier than making salt scrub, since the sugar granules were already the right size. I just mixed all of the ingredients together and spooned the concoction into a small half-pint jar. I used solid coconut oil and melted it slightly so that it was easier to mix.
I also added a thin purple ribbon around the mouth of the jar for decoration, and voila — this project was done!
The girls and I absolutely love our homemade sugar scrub, and it works like a charm to soften the skin without being too abrasive. Plus, it smells divine. There’s the fresh scent of lavender with just a hint of peppermint, for a slight pick-me-up. And best of all, there are no artificial ingredients.
You could add more oils for a stronger fragrance, but since I don’t like heavy scents, this was just the right amount for me. Of course, if you have a fragrance that you prefer, you could use that instead of the oils. For Christmas, we made these scrubs:
Peppermint Vanilla Sugar Scrub
and
Chocolate Peppermint Sugar Scrub
The girls and I had so much fun making the lavender peppermint sugar scrub that we had to try another combo too, and I’ll show you that one another day. We have a lot of events coming up, from Mother’s Day to birthdays and graduations, and homemade sugar and salt scrubs always make great gifts. So, that’s a great excuse for us to go make some more!
Thanks so much for stopping by — Have a super day!
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Faye Burckhalter says
Gonna try to make a a scrub.
Tara says
My family and I have decided to make most of our Christmas gifts this year. This is just what we were looking for. Thanks for sharing!
samantha says
do you have a link to your citrus salt scrub, I would love to try that one out also!
Dee says
Sure! Here you go: Citrus Salt Scrub
Erin says
Can you use this on your face? Or only body?
Dee says
My daughter uses this for her face sometimes and has never had any trouble. 🙂
Kate says
Just wondering if you use the regular solid coconut oil or liquid? Or do you melt the solid stuff down a bit? Sorry, I’m still very new to organic and DIY things. lol
Dee says
I used the liquid and heated it up just slightly in the microwave so that it would be easier to mix.
Karen says
How much does this recipe make?
Dee says
This fills a half-pint mason jar, but you can easily make more if you’re giving them as gifts for a lot of people.
Stephanie says
About to make this!! Thanks for posting it. I am using a plastic container just because I have this feeling glass in the shower will be a bad idea. However, I have always seen glass jars for homemade scrubs highlighted as the best container to use. Any concerns with glass in the shower? Thanks for posting this recipe. Love making my own shower scrubs
Dee says
What I do is make the scrub in a glass container and scoop out what I need into a small plastic glass to use in the shower — much safer! Hope this helps! 🙂
Julia says
I made some and in two days it smelled like it went bad. I could smell the essential oils I used but its smells a little like spoiled milk, did I do something wrong? I added melted coconut oil used for cooking, pure cane sugar and jasmine essential oil. Where am I supposed to store it?
Dee says
Hmm. I’ve never used jasmine essential oil before, so maybe it just smells different? I always keep my scrubs in the bathroom cabinet, and they’re fine. What type/brand of oils did you use? That might be a factor, as well.
Juvz The Germany says
i will try this later cant wait!
Dee M says
I got them at Walmart in the canning aisle, and I think Target has some too. 🙂
Ginger Hislop says
Where do you get these Jars? I am making about 12 for gifts but I can't seem to find these jars at a decent price!
Dee M says
It was pretty much liquid when I made the scrub, and if the room is warm enough, the oil gets soft very fast, so there's no need to heat it. But, you could warm it first, if you want. 🙂
Amanda says
I was told that coconut oil will turn back to a solid and to never wash it down a drain because it will clog after it solidifies again. Have you had any issues?
Dee says
I haven’t heard that, and I’ve never had any trouble at all, and we go through a ton of scrubs.
Courtney Fleming says
Do you have to heat up the coconut oil to make the scrub or does it work in its solid form?
Dee M says
Solid, which liquifies at highter temperatures — I use the same oil that I use for cooking.
Anonymous says
What kind of coconut oil do you use? Fractionated or solid?
Jessica, Little Joys of Mine says
I am just getting into YL oils and made a batch of these for my friends. I think the lavender and peppermint are going to be perfect for self-care during this holiday season! Thanks for sharing!
Dee M says
We use these pint-size scrubs up so fast that I personally haven't had one open for longer than a month, and it was fine.
Unknown says
how long is the shelf life?
Danielle says
What a wonderful Mother's Day gift idea!!! I’d love for you to link up with us at the Motivational Monday link party this week!
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Megan @ Chicago Girl says
I really want to make this! Thanks for posting!
My thrift store addiction says
Two of my favorite oils ~ sounds wonderful!
Theboxqueen says
The scrub looks amazing. I love the jar you put it in too. Adorable!! As a lover of all kinds of beauty products, I especially love such healthy looking, homemade ones. This one looks great and seems simple to make so I'll definitely give it a try. Saying hi from Sharefest. XOXO, Elif
Fabulousandfunlife says
I've never made a scrub before! This one sounds divine (as well as nice and easy to make)!
Kristen Hewitt says
This is a GREAT Mother's Day gift too! Love this! Pinning and nice to meet you via SITS!
Michelle Nahom says
I love sugar scrub and have been meaning to try making my own. I need more hours in the day!! 🙂
Dee M says
I hope you love it as much as we do, Deb. 🙂
Debra @ The Sacred Eclectic says
I have some essential oils here…going to try this!! 🙂
Deb @ Frugal Little Bungalow says
I have lavender oil here…going to try this !
Dee M says
I know what you mean — I need this too! I get the oils from Young Living. I have a link with more info in the post, on my sidebar and at under the products we love tab under the blog header. 🙂
Michele @ The Nest at Finch Rest says
I haven't made a scrub in forever it seems, and I need them – my heels are a hot mess!
You have inspired me. Where do you buy your oils? Just wondering. TY for the inspiration!!