You guys…..I’ve missed you! And sharing the things that I’ve been making! But this holiday season has been little crazy. My fingers have been busy sewing and wrapping and painting and cutting…..but I just haven’t had time to share it all! I kinda blame a few things going on with my health that I’m trying to balance out, but I’ll get there. So soon, I’m sure of it! :)
But in case you’re like me and have been looking for a few quick gifts to buy for some neighbors, a few friends, some teachers, or co-workers…..and just haven’t been able to find ANYTHING, maybe today’s post will help!
I know there are only a few days left before Christmas but the last few days before Christmas is when I stop by friends and neighbors and deliver a simple little something from our family! And who doesn’t love a fresh batch of fragrant and soothing PEPPERMINT SUGAR SCRUB!! The good news — this only takes a few minutes to make!
This sugar scrub is made with coconut oil…..which makes the scent kind of amazing. The peppermint scent definitely steals the show but there’s a sweet coconut undertone that is pretty perfect!
I also created a quick little label to place on top, with directions on how to use it, in case your recipient isn’t familiar with using a sugar scrub! (printable templates down below)
I have tested many different measurements for making this sugar scrub and I prefer one that’s not too soupy. I really love this combination of measurements and while the sugar gently exfoliates all of that dry winter-time skin, the coconut oil leaves your skin SO soft!
I’ll be delivering these Peppermint Sugar Scrub jars for Christmas gifts (to the kids’ teachers and a few friends), but this would be a perfect and thoughtful gift, any time of year! :)
There’s just something about a little jar of homemade love…..that just warms the heart! :)
Would you like to make your own jars of Peppermint Sugar Scrub?
Even if you don’t give any away and just want some for yourself……you’re going to love it!
To make one 16 ounce jar of sugar scrub, pour one cup of sugar into one bowl and one cup of sugar into the other. Then place 1/3 cup of coconut into each bowl.
Mix well.
Add 3/4 teaspoon of peppermint oil into each bowl. Mix well again.
Into one of your bowls, add one drop of red food coloring. Mix well.
Now, begin layering your pink sugar scrub into your jar, pressing it down into an even layer with something flat.
Add your white layer next and repeat.
Repeat until your jar is full.
Print off the round black labels (linked above) and glue to the mason jar lid (without the ring). Place on top, add your ring and then tie with twine and a little pine twig. You can also use the little tags I made (linked above) and just write in your name in (I left my name off for you, haha!).
And that’s it! Done in minutes….and ready to either use, or give away!
Enjoy!
Ashley
Hi, I’m Ashley—the DIY-enthusiast behind this crazy blog!
Do you measure coconut oil before or after melting?
Do you measure coconut oil before or after melting?
I'm adding 4 oz jars of scrub to the spa gift I've put together for four of my friends. Easy and a nice addition. Thank you!
I’m new at this ……so forgive me.
The food coloring won’t come off on skin?
It probably will come out but if it doesn't just use makeup remover to wash it away.
THANKS THANKS THANKS so creative
What is the directions of use for a sugar scrub? Thank you.
Thank you for the recipe Ashley. It smells and feels lovely. Now that my granddaughter Cara and I have filled 4 jars we came to the printer to print the labels and instructions. We need some help though, please. The labels print out HUGE. Please send me the label page directly. Maybe that would work!
Hope you are feeling better. Merry Christmas! Have a lovely season with your family.
Thank you.
Hi Jill! I’m so sorry they’re printing out so huge…..I can’t figure out why they would be doing that for you, they seem to be printing just fine on my end. Another option is to hover your cursor over the image, right click, click on “save as” and save it to your desktop, then open up a word document, set your margins to “0” and then insert the image into your document, and then print from there. Hopefully that will help you!
Best of luck!
-Ashley
Mmm, I can just imagine how wonderful this scrub must feel and smell! I hope that everything is ok with your health, Ashley. I wish you the best of luck, because health comes before everything else! I also wish you and the rest of your lovely family peace and happiness during the holiday season… and beyond! :) Lisa
Ooooh, it really does smell so delicious!
Thanks so much Lisa…..and Merriest of Christmases to you too! :)
-Ashley
How long will these keep? I’m wondering how early I can make them for next year………..?
They will keep as long as your coconut oil lasts….so check the expiration on your oil, and that will give you an idea! :)