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DIY salt and sugar sugar scrub in a mason jar

You’d love this DIY salt and sugar body scrub if regular exfoliants are too abrasive for your skin.

And that’s because this homemade scrub contains only 1/3 cup of sugar and an equal part of baking soda.

Baking soda is way less abrasive compared to other natural exfoliants.

And combined with sugar and castile soap, you’d have a gentle foaming homemade exfoliant for your sensitive skin.

Also, this foaming DIY scrub is mildly scented with essential oil, which is optional.

So even if you don’t have essential oils or don’t like them, you can still make this cute little scrub.

Enough talking; let’s make a foaming DIY salt and sugar body scrub.

How to make a foaming DIY salt and sugar body scrub

To make a homemade salt and sugar scrub, you need the following:

Ingredients

1/3 cup sugar
1/3 cup baking soda
A pinch of pink mica powder
1/4 cup liquid castile soap
Five drops of rose essential oil
1/4 tsp. vanilla extract

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Tools

Bowl, spoon, and fork
Measuring cups and spoons
Medium mason jar or any container with a tight lid

Directions

First, add 1/3 cup of sugar, 1/3 cup of baking soda, and a pinch of mica powder into a bowl.
Mix until well combined.
Next, add five drops of rose essential oil, vanilla extract, and liquid castile soap.
Add a little castile soap at a time.
And if the salt and sugar scrub is too thick, add a tsp of castile soap at a time until you get your desired consistency.
Then spoon the foaming salt sugar scrub into a mason jar with a tight lid.
Store it in the fridge until you’re ready to use it.

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How to store your DIY salt and sugar body scrub

Ensure your container is clean and dry to avoid contamination in your salt and sugar scrub.

Also, store the foaming scrub in the fridge.

Lastly, do not scoop this scrub with wet hands.

Instead, scoop what you need into another bowl and use it in the shower.

Then keep the rest in your fridge.

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How to use your DIY salt and sugar body scrub – two ways

First, put some scrub into a bowl you can use in the shower.

Method #1 Use your foaming sugar and salt scrub after a shower

First, wet and wash your body with soap and washcloth or exfoliating gloves as usual.
Then dry your whole body with a towel.
But leave it a bit moist.
You need moist skin so the foaming scrub can spread and lather easily on your body.
Next, exfoliate your skin in gentle motions and leave for five to ten minutes.
While waiting, you can brush your teeth or scrub your feet with a pumice stone.
After several minutes, rinse your body with warm water.
Pat dry your skin, moisturize, and get dressed.

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Method #2 Use your DIY salt and sugar scrub with exfoliating gloves

This method requires you to use the scrub as an exfoliating soap.

So, first, wet your body in the shower until it is soft.
Next, wear your exfoliating gloves and wet them too.
Then apply some salt and sugar scrub to your wet skin.
Exfoliate your skin gently like you usually wash in the shower.
Add more water to your exfoliating gloves to make the soap lather and spread more.
After scrubbing your whole body, rinse under the shower.
Dry your body with a towel and moisturize immediately to keep your skin from drying.

Foaming DIY salt and sugar scrub benefits

Making a DIY salt and sugar body scrub using liquid castile soap has many benefits for your skin.

Here are some of them:

Double benefits

The first thing I love and think is beneficial about this salt and sugar scrub is that it washes and exfoliates simultaneously.

And that’s because this scrub contains castile soap and natural exfoliants like baking soda and sugar.

Exfoliation

Salt and sugar are natural exfoliants that remove dead skin cells and unclog your pores, making skin smoother.

And regular exfoliation improves your skin’s texture and appearance.

Improved circulation

Naturally, exfoliating promotes blood flow to the top of the skin, which gives your skin a healthy glow.

Moisturizing benefits

Castile soap is gentle and doesn’t dry your skin, making it a great choice for all skin types.

And combined with sugar, it washes, exfoliates, and hydrates your skin.

Aromatherapy benefits

Adding rose essential oil and vanilla extract to this salt and sugar scrub is also therapeutic.

As rose essential oil relieves stress and helps you relax.

Also rose essential oil also calms inflammation on the skin.

Then vanilla extract helps improve your mood and also helps calm you down after a busy day.

Always do a patch test before using any skin care products, whether homemade or storebought.

Also, exfoliate moderately, as excessive exfoliation can irritate your skim.

Foaming DIY Salt and Sugar Body Scrub

Yield: 1 medium mason jar

Prep Time: 1 minute

Active Time: 1 minute

Additional Time: 1 minute

Total Time: 1 minute

Difficulty: easy

Estimated Cost: under $5

How to make a foaming DIY salt and sugar body scrub

Materials

1/3 cup sugar
1/3 cup baking soda
A pinch of pink mica powder
1/4 cup liquid castile soap
5 drops of rose essential oil
1/4 tsp. vanilla extract

Tools

Bowl, spoon, and fork
Measuring cups and spoons
Medium mason jar or any container with a tight lid

Instructions

First, add 1/3 cup of sugar, 1/3 cup of baking soda, and a pinch of mica powder into a bowl.
Mix until well combined.
Next, add 5 drops of rose essential oil, vanilla extract and liquid castile soap.
Add a little castile soap at a time.
And if the sa;t and sugar scrub is too thick, add a tsp of castile soap at a time until you get your desired consistency.
Then spoon the foaming salt sugar scrub into a mason jar with a tight lid.
Store it in the fridge until you’re ready to use it.