I love making and giving homemade gifts for Christmas.
Last year, I gave an assortment of lip balms, sugar scrubs, and soaps, and they were a hit, especially the sugar scrub. The best part? I made it in under 5 minutes. Easy, inexpensive, and quick? Yes, please!
Orange & Peppermint Sugar Scrub
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup coconut oil, melted
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 24 drops Orange essential oil
- 12 drops Peppermint essential oil
Add essential oils to sugar, mixing well until combined. Melt the coconut oil, and mix with the olive oil. Slowly add the oil to the sugar, stirring constantly. Carefully add the scrub to the jar or glass container of your choice.
Yield: 4 half-pint jars, perfect for gifting!
Tie a ribbon around the rim, and cover the lid with burlap or a pretty material, for a sweet and fun gift. Sugar scrub is a fantastic gift idea for moms, sisters, friends, teachers, or yourself! The half-pint jars are a great size for a stocking stuffer. The ideas are endless!
Citrus oils can be photosensitive, so keep that in mind while using them in your scrubs. I have used this and not had any problems, but those with sensitive skin might use this in the evenings, rather than in the mornings.
For more information on essential oils, go here.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease. I’m just a mom sharing my experience! As always, do what you feel is best for your family.
Great gift idea!! I plan on using this sugar scrub very soon! 🙂
Awesome, Rebecca! Enjoy! 🙂
i made this from your recipe last night and had a question…..do you use the sugar scrub all over the body or just feet and rough spots?
You can use it however you wish. I prefer to use it on my hands and feet, but it works for all-over, as well! Enjoy! 🙂
do you mix it with a regular food mixer? or by hand? what should the texture be like?
Hi Bethany!
I typically mix by hand with a wooden spoon. The texture is slightly gritty but soft because of the oil. 🙂
Hope that helps!
– Amy
Could you substitute grapefruit for the orange?
Sure! Grapefruit + Peppermint sounds like a wonderful combo!
This sounds great for an upcoming make and take! Could I use already fractionated coconut oil instead of melted?
Hi Tierra,
Sure! I would think it would work quite well. I’ve also used almond and olive, although some do not like the aroma of olive. 😉 Almond is aroma-free.
– Amy
Do you have any recipes for a face wash that has orange blossom honey and essential oils?
Hi! Planning on making this soon, do you use fractionated coconut oil or just regular coconut oil that has been melted? Where I live it will harden pretty quickly! 🙂
I absolutely love the sugar scrub. Every time I get a pedicure they always use a sugar scrub and charge so much for it. Now I can make my own and save money. I will use this next time we have a girls night and we are doing mani pedis. I will make a little jar for each of the ladies. Such a cute gift idea! Thanks for sharing. Shalom
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This DIY orange and peppermint sugar scrub sounds like the perfect gift idea—quick, easy, and made with natural ingredients! The combination of citrus and mint not only smells amazing but also leaves the skin feeling refreshed and smooth. It’s a thoughtful, homemade treat that anyone would appreciate, especially during the holidays.
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