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How to Make Sugar Scrubs + 6 Sugar Scrub Recipes

September 20, 2013 by Alea Milham 54 Comments

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Have you ever wondered how to make sugar scrubs at home? You will be pleasantly surprised to find how easy it is to make sugar scrub using pantry staples! All you need to make a homemade sugar scrub is sugar and oil! Adding a scent is completely optional. Choose a sugar scrub recipe below to easily create a sugar scrub for your face, hands, feet, or body.

How to make a sugar scrub. Tips for making sugar scrubs plus 6 homemade sugar scrub recipes.

I live in the high desert where the dry climate leads to very dry skin. I like using sugar scrubs to help exfoliate my skin. I combine the sugar with an oil that will moisturize my skin.  I create exfoliating sugar scrubs for my face, body, and hands and feet.

I alter the type of sugar I use based on what type of scrub I am creating. I use white sugar for facial scrubs, brown sugar which is a little coarser for body scrubs, and raw sugar which is the coarsest sugar for hand and foot scrubs.

What types of sugar can you use in sugar scrubs? Pick a different type of sugar based on how you are going to use the sugar scrub.

You can use a variety of oils in your sugar scrubs. My favorite oils to use are coconut oil, olive oil, almond oil, and grapeseed oil. I have also used avocado oil when I was out of the other oils.

The scrubs will keep for 2 – 3 months in a sealed container at room temperature. I use glass jars, porcelain containers, and old china sugar bowls. You can find inexpensive sealed containers at World Market, Target, Walmart, and thrift stores. Sugar scrubs also make great gifts. Just add a label to the top of a Mason Jar and a ribbon and you have a lovely gift.

How to Make Sugar Scrubs

Basic Sugar Scrub Recipe:

Ingredients:

  • 3 parts sugar – white, brown, or raw
  • 1 part oil – coconut oil, olive oil, almond oil, or grapeseed oil
  • Optional add-ins: Vitamin E oil, honey, essential oils, vanilla, and/or spices

Directions:

Combine the ingredients in a bowl. Stir until thoroughly combined. Store in a sealed container for up to 2 months. To use, apply sugar scrub to wet skin. Massage the scrub into the skin and then rinse with water.

Below you will find recipes showing you how to make sugar scrubs for your face, hands, feet, and body.

6 Sugar Scrub Recipes

Choose a sugar scrub recipe below that meets your needs.

Homemade Sugar Scrub Recipes for face, body, and hands and feet and tips for making DIY sugar scrub recipes.

Homemade Sugar Face Scrub Recipes

These DIY sugar face scrub recipes use white sugar, honey, coconut oil, and vitamin E oil to create a gentle sugar exfoliator that also moisturizes your face.

The Lavender Sugar Face Scrub recipe below uses lavender essential oil. If you do not care for the lavender scent, simply leave it out.

How to make lavender sugar face scrub - recipe and tips
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Lavender Sugar Face Scrub Recipe

A gentle lavender scented face scrub using white sugar, coconut oil, and honey.
Prep Time5 mins
Total Time5 mins
Keyword: Lavender Sugar Face Scrub Recipe
Author: Alea

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup white sugar
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon Vitamin E oil
  • 10 drops lavender essential oil

Instructions

  • Add the sugar, coconut oil, honey, Vitamin E Oil, and Lavender Essential Oil to a small bowl.
  • Stir until the ingredients thoroughly combined.
  • Store in a sealed container for up to 2 months.

Notes

To use: Apply the sugar scrub to wet skin. Gently massage the scrub into the skin, being careful not to get it in your eyes. Rinse with water, pat dry, and continue with your beauty routine.

You will probably be able to find most of the ingredients to make the Vanilla Honey DIY Sugar Face Scrub in your pantry.

How to make DIY Vanilla Honey Sugar Scrub Recipe
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Vanilla Honey DIY Sugar Face Scrub Recipe

This easy Vanilla Sugar Face Scrub recipe is made with coconut oil, granulated sugar, honey, and vanilla extract.
Prep Time5 mins
Total Time5 mins
Author: Alea

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon Vitamin E oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon real vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Add the white sugar, honey, coconut oil, Vitamin E oil, and vanilla extract to a small bowl.
  • Stir until the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
  • Store in a sealed container for up to 2 months.

Notes

To use: Apply sugar scrub to wet skin. Gently massage the scrub into the skin, being careful not to get it in your eyes. Rinse with water, pat dry, and continue your beauty routine.

Homemade Sugar Body Scrub Recipes

These DIY brown sugar body scrub recipes are a little coarser to help remove dry skin while nourishing your skin.

The Brown Sugar Body Scrub Recipe uses almond oil. If you don’t have almond oil on hand, substitute olive oil.

How to make a brown sugar body scrub - recipe and tips.
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Brown Sugar Body Scrub

This brown sugar body scrub is made with almond oil and moisturizes as it removes dry skin.
Prep Time5 mins
Total Time5 mins
Keyword: Brown Sugar Body Scrub
Author: Alea

Ingredients

  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup almond oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon Vitamin E oil
  • 1 teaspoon real vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Add the brown sugar, almond oil, Vitamin E oil, and vanilla extract to a bowl.
  • Stir the ingredients until thoroughly combined.
  • Store in a sealed container for up to 2 months.

Notes

To use: Apply sugar scrub to wet skin. Massage the scrub into your skin and then rinse off with water.

The Cinnamon Brown Sugar Body Scrub Recipe only calls for 4 ingredients.

How to make Cinnamon Brown Sugar Body Scrub Recipe
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Cinnamon Brown Sugar Body Scrub Recipe

This cinnamon brown sugar body scrub uses olive oil to moisturize your skin as you exfoliate dry skin.
Prep Time5 mins
Total Time5 mins
Author: Alea

Ingredients

  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon Vitamin E oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  • Combine the brown sugar, olive oil, Vitamin E oil, and ground cinnamon in a bowl.
  • Stir the ingredients until thoroughly combined.
  • Store the sugar scrub a sealed container for up to 2 months.

Notes

To use: Apply sugar scrub to wet skin. Massage the scrub into the skin and then rinse with water.

Homemade Sugar Hand and Foot Scrub Recipes

These DIY sugar hand and foot scrub recipes use raw sugar to providing maximum exfoliation to the rough and dry skin on your feet and hands.

The Lemon Hand and Foot Sugar Scrub Recipe includes lemon essential oil, so use caution when going in the sun after using it as lemon essential oil can cause your skin to be sensitive to the sun and increase your chances of getting a sunburn.

Lemon Hand and Foot Sugar Scrub Recipe
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Lemon Hand and Foot Sugar Scrub Recipe

This is a quick and easy sugar scrub for hands and feet. It uses 3 ingredients and 5 minutes to make.
Prep Time5 mins
Total Time5 mins
Keyword: Lemon Hand and Foot Sugar Scrub Recipe
Author: Alea

Ingredients

  • 1 cup raw sugar
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 15 drops lemon essential oil

Instructions

  • Combine the raw sugar, olive oil, and lemon essential oil in a bowl.
  • Stir the ingredients until thoroughly combined.
  • Store in a sealed container for up to 2 months.

Notes

To use: Apply sugar scrub to wet skin. Massage the scrub into your skin and then rinse with water. After drying, apply lotion and put on socks and/or gloves to help moisturize your hands and feet.

This Peppermint Sugar Foot Scrub Recipe has an invigorating scent perfect for putting a little pep in your step!

Peppermint Sugar Foot Scrub Recipe
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Peppermint Sugar Foot Scrub Recipe

Remove dry skin while moisturizing your feet with this invigorating Peppermint Sugar Foot Scrub.
Prep Time5 mins
Total Time5 mins
Keyword: Peppermint Sugar Foot Scrub
Author: Alea

Ingredients

  • 1 cup raw sugar
  • 1/3 cup grapeseed oil
  • 15 drops peppermint essential oil

Instructions

  • Add the raw sugar, grapeseed oil, and peppermint essential oil in a small bowl.
  • Stir the ingredients until thoroughly combined.
  • Store in a sealed container for up to 2 months.

Notes

To use: Apply sugar scrub to wet skin. Massage the scrub into the skin and then rinse with water. After drying, apply lotion and put on socks and/or gloves to help moisturize your hands and feet.

 

More Homemade Sugar Scrub Recipes

Harvest Spice Latte Sugar Scrub

Lemon and Rosemary Gardener’s Hand Scrub

Homemade Citrus and Herb Sugar Scrub Bars

Learn How to Make Sugar Scrubs using these 6 homemade sugar scrub recipes: 2 body scrub recipes, 2 sugar face scrub recipes, a sugar hand and foot scrub recipe, and a sugar foot scrub. Also includes a basic sugar scrub recipe, so you can create your own sugar scrubs to exfoliate while moisturizing your skin.

More DIY Beauty Product Recipes

How to Make Your Own Facial Cleansers and Masks

How to Make Your Own Body Lotion

How to Make Your Own Body Wash

How to Make Your Own Dry Shampoo

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About Alea Milham

Alea Milham is the owner of Premeditated Leftovers and the author of Prep-Ahead Meals from Scatch. She shares her tips for saving money and time while reducing waste in her home. Her favorite hobby, gardening, is a frugal source of organic produce for her recipes. She believes it is possible to live fully and eat well while spending less.

Comments

  1. Robin says

    March 27, 2021 at 3:05 am

    These are great recipes. Thanks for sharing. I will definitely use them.

    Reply
  2. Mindy says

    January 12, 2021 at 6:41 pm

    If I wanted to have a scrub with coconut oil and olive oil so the scrub does not stay solid, how much olive oil would I add?

    Reply
  3. Thelma says

    December 17, 2017 at 6:08 am

    HI, I am just learning about all these wonderful sugar scrubs! The cocoanut oil that I have is refined and solid. Is this ok to use and do you melt the cocoanut oil before adding the sugar?

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    • Alea Milham says

      December 17, 2017 at 1:42 pm

      You can melt the coconut oil before adding the sugar if needed.

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On Premeditated Leftovers I share simple recipes made with whole foods, practical shopping tips, time saving techniques, and meal planning strategies. I also share tips for minimizing food waste, so more of the food that is purchased ends up on the table.

While volunteering as a budget counselor, I realized that food is the element of most people’s budgets where they have the greatest control. I set out to develop low-cost recipes from scratch to prove it’s possible to create delicious meals on a limited budget. Eating well while spending less is about more than just creating recipes using inexpensive ingredients; it’s about creatively combining ingredients so you don’t feel deprived and are inspired to stick to your budget.

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