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Christmas Sugar Scrub Recipes Perfect for Gift Giving

December 17, 2024 Cottage Crafts, Cozy Home, Winter

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Cozy up your holiday season with festive, homemade Christmas sugar scrub recipes!

These Cottage Christmas body scrub recipes are the perfect blend of simplicity, luxury, and seasonal charm.

Plus free printable labels below to print out and use for your last-minute DIY Christmas homemade body scrubs.

LOOK DOWN BELOW IN “HOW TO MAKE” FOR YOUR FREE PRINTABLE LABELS!!!

A Hand holding a group of finished sugar scrub jars with festive labels and decor, perfect for holiday gifting.

Whether you’re crafting holiday spa gift ideas or pampering yourself, these DIY holiday sugar scrubs are sure to delight.

Using simple ingredients like sugar, essential oils, and coconut oil, these scrubs are perfect for dry skin during the colder months.

Let’s dive into these festive cottagecore body scrub recipes and bring some holiday cheer to your self-care routine!

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Why You Will Love This Tutorial

  • Beginner-Friendly: The simple steps make it easy for anyone to create these scrubs.
  • Customizable: Adjust scents, textures, and packaging to suit your preferences.
  • Great Gift Idea: Packaged in mason jars or decorative containers, these scrubs are perfect for holiday gifting.
Multiple DIY sugar scrub jars arranged on a festive red and white tablecloth, styled with candy canes and gingerbread ornaments.

Materials You’ll Need

  • Sugar: Use white sugar for a finer texture or brown sugar for a richer exfoliation.
  • Carrier Oil: Solid coconut oil is ideal, but almond or jojoba oil are great alternatives.
  • Essential Oils: Seasonal scents like peppermint, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla.
  • Airtight Containers: Mason jars, tiny glass jars, or short squatty half-pint jars.
  • Decorative Accessories: Ribbons, cellophane bags, and free printable labels for a festive touch.

Tips for Success

  • Mix Heights and Textures: Use white and brown sugars for varied exfoliation.
  • Use Room Temperature Ingredients: Let melted coconut oil cool before mixing to maintain consistency.
  • Store Properly: Keep scrubs in airtight containers to extend shelf life.
  • Adjust Scents: Add essential oils gradually to avoid overpowering sensitive skin.
Three jars of homemade Christmas-themed sugar scrubs in Gingerbread, Candy Cane, and Eggnog scents, decorated with plaid ribbons and rustic labels, perfect for gifting

Tools You May Need

  • Large Mixing Bowl: For blending ingredients.
  • Measuring Cups: To ensure the perfect ratios.
  • Spoon or Spatula: For mixing and transferring scrub.
  • Jars: For using to store and gift give your Christmas sugar scrubs.
Ingredients for DIY Christmas sugar scrubs, including sugar, essential oils, vanilla, and spices, arranged neatly on a holiday-themed table.
A bowl of golden-brown sugar scrub mixture on a festive tablecloth, surrounded by holiday decor like dried oranges and gingerbread shapes.

Step-by-Step Tutorial: How to Make Cottage Christmas Body Scrubs

Step 1: Prepare Your Materials

Gather all your materials and tools. Trim down packaging and organize your workspace for easy access to ingredients.

Step 2: Create the Base

In a large mixing bowl, combine sugar with melted, room-temperature coconut oil. Stir until the sugar is evenly coated.

Step 3: Add Seasonal Scents

Drop in your favorite essential oils to achieve your desired aroma. For example, use 20 drops of peppermint oil for a candy cane scrub or a mix of clove and cinnamon for a gingerbread scrub. Follow the Recipe Card below for each Christmas sugar scrub recipe.

Step 4: Customize the Texture

If the mixture feels too wet, add more sugar. If it’s too dry, incorporate a teaspoon of coconut oil until the desired consistency is achieved.

Step 5: Transfer and Package

Transfer the scrub into mason jars or airtight containers, then add ribbons, tags, or labels for a charming touch. Grab your free labels Gingerbread Sugar Scrub Labels, Candy Cane Sugar Scrub Labels, Eggnog Sugar Scrub Labels! Don’t forget to sign up below to join our VIP Cottage Living Community for exclusive printables and more!

A closer angle of sugar scrub jars stacked and decorated for Christmas gifting, surrounded by cozy holiday accents.

FAQs

Can I customize the scent of my sugar scrub?

Absolutely! You can mix and match essential oils to create your favorite scents. Popular combinations include peppermint and vanilla for a candy cane scent or cinnamon and clove for a warm holiday aroma.

How long do DIY sugar scrubs last?

When stored in airtight containers, sugar scrubs can last up to 2 months. Be sure to keep them in a cool, dry place to maintain their freshness.

What type of sugar works best for scrubs?

It depends on the desired texture. White sugar is finer and gentler for sensitive skin, while brown sugar provides a coarser texture and adds a natural caramel-like scent.

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Hello, cottage friends! I hope this post has brought a spark of holiday joy and inspired you to try these Cottage Christmas body scrub recipes.

Have you made sugar scrubs before?

Share your favorite scents and creative tips in the comments below!

Don’t forget to tag @TheModernDayCottage on Instagram so we can celebrate your festive creations.

A closer angle of sugar scrub jars stacked and decorated for Christmas gifting, surrounded by cozy holiday accents.

Cottage Christmas Body Scrub Recipes: Homemade DIY

By Emily Rider
5 from 1 vote
Make your holiday season special with these Cottage Christmas body scrub recipes. Elegant, cozy, and natural, they’re perfect for gifting or personal pampering.
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Hands-On Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 15 minutes mins

Tools

  • Spoon or scoop: For transferring the scrub into jars neatly.
  • Kitchen towel or mat: To keep your workspace clean.
  • Large mixing bowls: For combining ingredients evenly.
  • Measuring cups and spoons: To accurately measure each ingredient.
  • Wooden spoon or spatula: For mixing sugar, oils, and spices.
  • Clean, airtight jars: Mason jars, glass jars, or small airtight containers for storing scrubs.
  • Pipette or dropper: For measuring and adding essential oils.
  • Small funnel (optional): To make transferring scrubs into jars easier.
  • Ribbon, twine, or labels: To decorate jars for gifting or personal use.

Supplies
  

  • GINGERBREAD SUGAR SCRUB
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar light or dark
  • ÂĽ cup coconut oil melted and cool to touch
  • 4 tablespoons tapioca starch
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons molasses
  • 7 drops ginger essential oil
  • 1 drop cassia essential oil
  • 2 drops clove essential oil
  • 3 drops nutmeg essential oil
  • EGGNOG SUGAR SCRUB
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ÂĽ cup coconut oil melted and cool to touch
  • 4 tablespoons tapioca starch
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 5 drops nutmeg essential oil
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 drops clove essential oil
  • A pinch of ground cloves
  • 1 drop cassia essential oil
  • CANDY CANE SUGAR SCRUB
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ÂĽ cup coconut oil melted and cool to touch
  • 20 drops peppermint essential oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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How To

  • How to Make Gingerbread Sugar Scrub
  • Gather and Prepare Ingredients: Measure 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup coconut oil (melted and cooled), 4 tablespoons tapioca starch, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 2 tablespoons molasses, and essential oils (7 drops ginger, 1 drop cassia, 2 drops clove, 3 drops nutmeg).
  • Combine the Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar and brown sugar. Mix until evenly blended.
  • Add the Coconut Oil and Molasses: Drizzle the melted coconut oil over the sugars and pour in the molasses. Stir gently until the mixture becomes evenly moist.
  • Stir in the Tapioca Starch and Vanilla Extract: Add the tapioca starch and vanilla extract. Mix well to create a smooth, thick scrub base.
  • Add Essential Oils: Drop in the ginger, cassia, clove, and nutmeg essential oils one at a time, stirring thoroughly after each addition.
  • Adjust the Texture: Check the consistency. If too wet, add a pinch of sugar; if too dry, add a teaspoon of coconut oil.
  • Transfer to Jars: Spoon the scrub into clean, airtight jars. Press gently to avoid air pockets and seal with lids.
  • How to Make Eggnog Sugar Scrub
  • Gather and Prepare Ingredients: Measure 1 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup coconut oil (melted and cooled), 4 tablespoons tapioca starch, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 5 drops nutmeg essential oil, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 2 drops clove essential oil, a pinch of ground cloves, and 1 drop cassia essential oil.
  • Mix the Sugar and Tapioca Starch: Combine the granulated sugar and tapioca starch in a mixing bowl, stirring gently to combine.
  • Add Coconut Oil and Vanilla Extract: Drizzle the melted coconut oil over the sugar mixture and add the vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly until blended.
  • Add the Spices: Sprinkle in the ground nutmeg, ground cinnamon, and pinch of ground cloves. Mix well to infuse the scrub with warm holiday spices.
  • Drop in Essential Oils: Add nutmeg, clove, and cassia essential oils one drop at a time, stirring after each addition for even distribution.
  • Adjust the Texture: Check the consistency of your scrub. Add a small amount of sugar if it feels too wet or a drop of coconut oil if it’s too dry.
  • Spoon Into Jars: Transfer the scrub into airtight jars, pressing down gently to eliminate air pockets. Seal and decorate with labels or ribbons.
  • How to Make Candy Cane Sugar Scrub
  • Gather and Prepare Ingredients: Measure 1 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup coconut oil (melted and cooled), 20 drops of peppermint essential oil, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  • Mix the Sugar: In a mixing bowl, pour in the granulated sugar.
  • Add Coconut Oil and Vanilla Extract: Drizzle the melted coconut oil over the sugar and add the vanilla extract. Mix gently but thoroughly to create a smooth texture.
  • Add the Peppermint Essential Oil: Drop in the peppermint essential oil, stirring after every 5-7 drops to evenly incorporate the refreshing aroma.
  • Adjust the Texture: Feel the scrub for consistency. If too dry, add a teaspoon of coconut oil; if too wet, sprinkle in some sugar.
  • Transfer to Jars: Spoon the scrub into clean, airtight jars. Press gently, seal, and decorate for a festive holiday presentation.

Notes

  • Storage Tips: Store scrubs in clean, airtight jars to keep them fresh and fragrant. They can last up to 2 months if stored at room temperature in a dry place. Avoid getting water into the jar during use.
  • Adjustable Scents: Feel free to adjust the number of essential oil drops to make the scent stronger or more subtle, depending on your preference.
  • Customization Ideas: Add a festive touch by layering different colored scrubs in a jar or sprinkling a pinch of edible glitter (safe for skin use) on top for extra sparkle.
  • Skin Sensitivity: Always patch-test scrubs before using them on sensitive skin to ensure there’s no reaction to the essential oils.
  • Holiday Gift Idea: Decorate jars with ribbons, twine, or personalized labels to make them perfect for gifting.
  • Consistency Adjustment: If the scrub feels too dry, add a small amount of melted coconut oil and stir. If it’s too wet, mix in a bit more sugar.
  • Use Instructions: Apply the scrub to wet skin in a circular motion to exfoliate. Rinse with warm water and pat dry for smooth, hydrated skin.
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