Coconut Oil Sugar Scrub – “Sugar Cookie”

This DIY Coconut Oil Sugar Scrub is the perfect homemade gift for any holiday or occasion, and it smells just like sugar cookies!

If you like our Gingerbread Sugar Scrub, you’ll love this one!

Our Coconut Oil Sugar Scrub starts with Organic Virgin Coconut Oil. I’m a big fan of this homemade scrub because it’s an excellent way to keep soft skin, especially in the winter months!

This Coconut Oil Sugar Scrub is perfect for exfoliating dry winter skin, and yes, it is good enough to eat.  In fact, without the body wash, it is safe to eat! The body wash gives this scrub a cleaning agent, but is optional.

Making your own sugar scrub is super easy and it makes a great gift for family and friends during the holiday season. Similar to our DIY Vanilla Brown Sugar Scrub, this simple scrub only uses a few simple ingredients.

✂️ Supplies Needed

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• granulated sugar
• light brown sugar
• organic virgin coconut oil
• vanilla extract
• vanilla scented body wash (optional)
• ground cinnamon

You will also need:

Jar(s) with lid(s), ribbon or string and decorations

Note: if you plan to make a bunch of this sugar scrub for gifts, I love this 20-pack of cosmetic jars. However, if you only want to make a little bit, try these deli containers, which can also be used in your kitchen for food prep and storage.

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📝Instructions

Makes about 8oz

This is meant to be a brief overview of this DIY coconut sugar scrub. For step-by-step instructions and a full printable tutorial with materials, please scroll down to the teal box below or watch the video!

1. In the bowl of your electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream together the coconut oil and sugars. (For best results, do NOT melt the coconut oil).
2. Add in the vanilla and cinnamon, and body wash, if desired.
3. Beat until the mixture is light and fluffy.
4. Using the spatula, transfer the mixture from the bowl to your jar(s).

Equipment

• Stand Mixer
• Dry Measuring Cups
• Measuring Spoons
• Mixing Bowls
• Canning Jar Funnel
• Mason Jars
• Scissors
• Ribbon or String and any Jar Decorations

💭 Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some questions (and answers!) readers often ask about our homemade body scrub.

How to Use Your Sugar Scrub

Wet your skin with warm water. Apply a small about of the DIY scrub to your skin and massage in a circular motion. Rinse. That’s it!

I do not recommend using this on sensitive skin or on your face.

📖 Variations

We recommend that you try our diy sugar scrub recipe for the first time just as it is written for the best results, because that is how the recipe has been tested.

However, the next time you make it, you might consider one of these different ways of making this:

• Add a couple of drops of your favorite essential oils, however do your research first as some essential oils are not good for direct skin contact.
• Adding a little citrus zest from oranges or lemons is a great idea.

Make a DIY Beauty Gift Basket

This Coconut Oil Sugar Scrub makes a great addition to any beauty gift basket.  I like to package them in smaller 4oz jars (this ‘recipe’ will make two 4oz jars).  Then you can make some of these other great DIY beauty products to create a beautiful gift basket:

• Coconut Lime Sugar Scrub
• Orange Sugar Lip Scrub
• Peppermint Sugar Scrub

• Lemongrass Whipped Body Butter
• Soothing Bath Bombs
• Rosemary Lavender Milk Bath

• DIY Make Up Remover Pads
• Lavender Bath Salts
• Homemade Honey Lip Balm

You’ll also love our exfoliating Coffee Sugar Scrub!

📋 Coconut Oil Sugar Scrub Tutorial

Not ready to make this homemade sugar scrub yet? Don’t forget to pin this project for later! When you do make it, please be sure to tag me on Instagram @jugglingactmama or #jugglingactmama – I’d love to see your pictures!

🛁 More Fabulous DIY Beauty Ideas:

• DIY Face Moisturizer – Say Not Sweet Anne
• All Natural Clay Face Mask – One Good thing by Jillee