I love pampering myself, but trips to the spa are just too expensive for my tastes. That’s why I love spa ideas I can make at home. I still get the beauty benefits and the relaxation, but I don’t have to pay an arm and a leg to get them. Plus, I can enjoy all of the pampering on my time schedule from the peace of my own home. That’s a definite win in my book.
One new spa product I tried lately that I love is this Peppermint Sugar Scrub. Sugar scrubs are a great way to rejuvenate your skin and clear out your pores. Plus, the smell is delicious! So I was very excited to try it. (It has to be delicious with the coconut oil and peppermint essential oils!)
This Peppermint Sugar Scrub did not disappoint. I had a great time giving my body gentle scrub, and the scrub itself looks super cute and smells amazing. This is one product I could use again and again!
One other thing I love about this Peppermint Sugar Scrub is the fact that it looks like it would make a great Christmas gift. The colors and the smell are very festive, and what woman wouldn’t love a product that is going to help her look her best? It’s very frugal, very practical and very thoughtful. You could even make up several jars in advance and be done with your Christmas shopping early this year.
I’ve tried a few different sugar scrubs now, and this one is one of my favorites. I don’t know if it’s the smell or how good it makes my skin feel, but this is definitely a product I could use again and again.
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{Gifts in a Jar} Peppermint Sugar Scrub
Description
Homemade peppermint sugar scrub is a refreshing and invigorating body exfoliant that combines the cooling, soothing properties of peppermint with the gentle exfoliation of sugar. This scrub is made with natural ingredients like granulated sugar, coconut oil, and peppermint essential oil, which work together to remove dead skin cells, hydrate, and leave your skin soft and smooth. The sugar gently buffs away rough patches while the coconut oil deeply moisturizes, and the minty aroma of peppermint revitalizes your senses. Perfect for a spa-like experience at home, this scrub is ideal for dry skin and can also promote a healthy glow. It’s easy to make, all-natural, and a great gift idea for friends and family!
Ingredients
- 2 cup Sugar
- 1/4 cup Coconut Oil
- Red Food Coloring
- Peppermint Essentials Oil (found near Candle Making Supplies at Hobby Lobby or Online)
Instructions
- Pour sugar into medium sized bowl.
- Mix in coconut oil (add more if you like a wet consistency).
- Add a few drops of your Peppermint Essentials Oil.
- Divide your sugar mixture into two equal sized portions.
- Mix in a few drops of red food coloring to one portion (be careful not to add to much or you will have a bright red).
- Add your sugars to the jar in layers. Press your Sugar down with a spoon or I use a can to compact.
- Alternate between your pink and white layers
- Add a Label to the front and maybe a ribbon to gift.
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Wow! This sounds great and looks so pretty! I am going to give this a try even though I don’t have a creative bone in my body. I will let you know how it turns out!
I made body scrubs last Christmas for my girls and they loved it..I think I will make more this Christmas and I’ll be making this recipe, thanks for the recipe
My daughter was just telling me about making gifts in jars.
This would be such a great Christmas gift. Nothing like homemade gifts
Super cute. Does the red dye not dye your hands as you use it?
I found this post by visiting the Frugal Friday Link Up Party. I love making home made sugar scrubs. I am going to try this one. Thanks for sharing.
Nice gift idea, just wondering what size jar you used & where you got the cute labels for your jars? I just recently purchase some 8 ounce & 12 ounce jars.