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Simple Vanilla Brown Sugar Scrub DIY

This all-natural Vanilla Brown Sugar Scrub recipe smells good enough to eat plus it’s super easy to make! It can soften and exfoliate your entire body. A simply perfect homemade beauty DIY made with coconut oil!

By Erin HenryMarch 24, 2020 3 min read54 Comments

Vanilla Brown Sugar Scrub

Homemade Sugar Scrub Recipes are a wonderful way to pamper yourself and smooth out those rough spots or give as thoughtful gifts without spending a ton of money. These are the kind of gifts we love! This Vanilla Brown Sugar Scrub is one of our absolute favorites!

We just have to keep telling ourselves not to lick the jar!

Did you know there are many benefits to sugar scrubs beyond just their ability to soften and remove your dry dead skin so well?

Store-bought varieties of body scrubs are lovely, they really are, but can be expensive or contain questionable ingredients. It’s easy to make your own sugar scrub at home in less than 10 minutes with a few simple natural ingredients you might already have in your kitchen.

So, let’s get started!

This Vanilla Brown Sugar Scrub smells so darn good and softens and moisturizes your skin beautifully.

This post originally appeared on Somewhat Simple

Ingredients for DIY Brown Sugar Scrub

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1 cup organic brown sugar
1/2 cup oil (almond oil, olive oil or coconut oil work best)
1/2 teaspoon vitamin E oil (acts as a natural preservative)
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

How to Make

First, place all ingredients in a bowl and mix together. You can add more or less oil to your liking. If you like a thick scrub, use less. If you like a thinner scrub, use more.
Store in an airtight container. Since this recipe doesn’t contain any preservatives, it’s best if it’s used within a month or two.

Tips for Making Your Sugar Scrub

Although this recipe is made with brown sugar, you may substitute organic white sugar.
The brown sugar is measured when it’s slightly packed.
One recipe makes roughly 8-ounces of scrub.
If stored in an airtight container and kept clean, it should last about 3 months.
We recommend using non-fractioned coconut oil (non-liquid) to gain the most therapeutic benefit.
The vitamin E oil adds a bit more softness when using your scrub and also provides a natural preservative to the recipe. If you don’t have any on hand, you can leave it out, but it may not last as long.
Free Printable Tags are included for your convenience.

Tip: If using coconut oil, it may solidify over time. Just place in a shallow bowl of warm water to soften it again.

How to Use Vanilla Brown Sugar Scrub

First, scoop a small amount of the Vanilla Scrub in your hands with a clean spoon.
Scrub all over your hands or feet – or wherever you’d like a little extra softness.
Allow the scrub to sit on your skin for 3-4 minutes. Enjoy this time to rest and relax. Take a deep cleansing breath.
Rinse yourself well and then pat dry with a soft towel.

You may use your scrub up to 3 times per week.

How to Make Your Sugar Scrub a Gift + Printable Tags

This sugar scrub makes the perfect DIY gift!

Place your finished scrub in a pretty jar or container and you’ll have your handmade gift ready to go. We find mason jars extremely cute for this recipe.
Print the free tags and tie them on with a pretty ribbon or twine.

This DIY sugar scrub works well for a baby shower, birthday or holiday gifts, too. Oh, and don’t forget your co-workers!

If you want the darling tag to go with your Vanilla Brown Sugar Scrub, click here.

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Yield: 1 8 ounce jar