Peppermint Scrub – DIY Gift

Make this festive Peppermint Scrub for an easy gift or stocking stuffer! Anyone on your holiday list that loves soft smooth skin will appreciate it.

Peppermint Scrub – DIY Gift

Every year, I made lots of different homemade bath and beauty gifts for my family and friends.  I love coming up with new texture and scent combinations.  This peppermint sugar scrub is a classic.  It’s a must-have for the holidays! And, it couldn’t be easier…

The cold New England weather is so harsh on our skin.  From chapped lips to dry skin, the struggle is real! I’ve got the perfect solution for you – Peppermint Scrub. 

Here’s what you do, make a batch for you, and one for a friend.  It makes the perfect stocking stuffer!  I use it in the shower.  It buffs away dead cells and polishes your skin.  The coconut oil really helps moisturize, too!

What does peppermint sugar scrub do?

Sugar scrubs are excellent for exfoliating your skin, while the coconut oil helps to hydrate and smooth. Peppermint essential oils are wonderful for tired muscles, and I especially love using this on my feet.

How long to sugar scrubs last?

Because homemade sugar scrubs have no preservatives, they have a shorter shelf life than store-bought products. This peppermint scrub will last 3-4 weeks. Be sure to keep the lid on and store in a cool, dry spot.

What is peppermint essential oil good for?

I highly recommend using peppermint essential oil to help with muscle aches and pains.

Essential oils are highly concentrated so is important to only use a few drops.

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Peppermint Scrub Shopping List

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• ½ cup [amazon_textlink asin=’B002VLZ8D0′ text=’coconut oil’ template=’ProductLink’ store=’jugactmam-20′ marketplace=’US’ link_id=’ef60fa69-cd7f-4d2b-969d-5d9cb15e295c’] (room temp)
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 5 drops Peppermint essential oil
• 1 drop Red food coloring
• Jars

Can I use peppermint extract instead of essential oil?

Yes, you can substitute peppermint extract, however, it does not have the same properties as the essential oil.

How to Make a Peppermint Scrub

Make this quick, easy and festive Peppermint Scrub with a few simple ingredients like sugar and essential oils – perfect for DIY gift or stocking stuffer.

1. In a bowl, combine the coconut oil and sugar. Mix until well combined. You’re looking for a texture of wet sand.
2. Add the peppermint oil and mix well. If the mixture is not scented strong enough for you, add in small increments until you reach the strength you desire.
3. In a small container, place about 1/3 of the sugar scrub and combine with the food coloring. Mix well.
4. In a jar, start by layering the uncolored sugar scrub on the bottom of the jar, add the colored sugar scrub, and then top with the last bit of scrub.
5. Keep at room temperature in a covered container.

TIP: You can also mix this up in your stand mixer, or using a hand mixer. I like this method also, as the sugar scrub gets really well combined that way.

I love the way the red and white look together.  If you don’t care for peppermint, you could swap out another scent, such as [amazon_textlink asin=’B005V22SEI’ text=’lavender’ template=’ProductLink’ store=’jugactmam-20′ marketplace=’US’ link_id=’b707de6e-a0ae-11e8-b0fa-2732c431338e’] or [amazon_textlink asin=’B005XQWYXC’ text=’lemongrass’ template=’ProductLink’ store=’jugactmam-20′ marketplace=’US’ link_id=’bf907864-a0ae-11e8-b328-2d91dffda627′].  Of course, changing the pigmentation is as easy as changing the food coloring also.

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