This Vanilla Brown Sugar Scrub recipe smells good enough to eat plus it’s super easy to make! A simply perfect homemade DIY!
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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. These are the kind of gifts I love! This Vanilla Brown Sugar Scrub is one of my favorites! I just have to keep telling my self not to lick the jar!
Store bought varieties of body scrubs are lovely, they really are, but can be expensive or have questionable ingredients. It’s easy to make your own in less than 10 minutes with a few simple natural ingredients you might already have in your kitchen. My daughters helped make this batch and couldn’t believe how easy it really is.
This Vanilla Brown Sugar Scrub smells so darn good and softens and moisturizes your skin beautifully.
Ingredients for Brown Sugar Scrub
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1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup oil (almond, olive or coconut work best)
1/2 teaspoon vitamin E oil
1 teaspoon real vanilla extract
How to Make
- Place all ingredients in a bowl and mix together. You can add more or less oil to your liking.
- Store in an air tight container. Since this recipe doesn’t contain any preservatives, it’s best if it’s used within a month or two.
How to Use Vanilla Brown Sugar Scrub
- Scoop a small amount of the Vanilla Brown Sugar Scrub in your hands with a spoon.
- Scrub all over your hands or feet – or wherever you’d like a little extra softness.
- Allow to sit on your on your skin for 3-4 minutes. Enjoy this time to rest and relax.
- Rinse well and then pat dry with a soft towel.
This sugar scrub makes the perfect DIY gift! Place it in a pretty jar or container and you’ll have your handmade gift ready to go. This sugar scrub works well for a baby shower, birthday or holiday gifts too.
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Frances says
May 13, 2019 at 8:14 amwhat is a natural preservative that I could put in this scrub to make it last longer?
Erin says
May 14, 2019 at 10:25 amHi Frances, I use vitamin E oil because it acts as a natural preservative and provides a little extra softness. Thanks for stopping by!
Shirley Wood says
January 11, 2019 at 6:25 amMy daughter made something similar for me and it was just fabulous. I loved using it, especially on my hands. Pinned. So glad you share with us at Merry Monday. See ya next week!
Julie says
December 10, 2018 at 6:17 pmIf using coconut oil, won’t it solidify?
Erin says
December 11, 2018 at 4:19 pmHi Julie, good question. Because it’s mixed with the other ingredients, it is a nice consistency for using as a scrub. If you use within a month or two and keep it in an airtight container is should be good!
Julie says
December 11, 2018 at 5:02 pmTried it with coconut oil. It was great for the first use, but the leftovers solidified.
Janni says
November 25, 2018 at 4:48 pmWhat type of coconut oil did you use? Was it fractionated? Thanks
Erin says
November 25, 2018 at 7:34 pmGood question. It get the most therapeutic benefit, I would use non-fractionated coconut oil. I just melt it in the microwave to get it soft enough to mix together.