How to Make a Strawberry and Cream Sugar Scrub
This strawberry and cream sugar scrub is a simple, small-batch DIY made with pantry ingredients like coconut oil, sugar, and powdered strawberries. It’s soft, scoopable, and gently fragrant—perfect for a seasonal gift or slow moment of self-care.
Yield: 6 4 ounce mason jars
Equipment
- Coffee grinder or high-speed blender to grind freeze-dried strawberries into powder
- Measuring Cups and Spoons for accurate ingredient portions
- Mixing Bowl to combine all ingredients
- Wooden spoon or spatula for stirring
- Small funnel or spoon for filling jars easily
Materials
- 2 cups Granulated sugar – for gentle exfoliation
- 1 cup Coconut oil – to create a creamy moisturizing base
- ¾ cup Freeze-dried strawberry powder – adds color and a light fruit scent
- 4 tbs. Tapioca starch – keeps the texture smooth and non-greasy
- 10-20 drops fragrance oil – for an extra-sweet *Optional giftable scent
- 6-8 4 oz glass jars – for storing or gifting the finished scrub
- Printable labels – to decorate jars with a handmade touch
Instructions
- Grind the strawberries: Place freeze-dried strawberries in a coffee grinder or blender and blend until a fine, fluffy powder forms. Set aside.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a mixing bowl, stir together the sugar, strawberry powder, and tapioca starch until evenly blended.
- Melt the coconut oil: Warm the coconut oil gently until fully melted—just soft and pourable, not hot.
- Mix the scrub: Slowly pour the melted coconut oil into the dry mixture, stirring gently with a wooden spoon or spatula until the scrub comes together in a soft, scoopable texture.
- Add fragrance oil (optional): If using, add 10–20 drops of fragrance oil and stir well to evenly distribute the scent.
- Adjust the texture: If the mixture feels too oily or loose, add a spoonful of sugar or starch at a time until it holds its shape like damp sand.
- Fill your jars: Spoon the scrub into clean, dry 4 oz glass jars, smoothing the tops with the back of a spoon for a tidy finish.
- Label and finish: Add a printable label and a bit of ribbon or twine for a sweet, gift-ready touch.
- Store with care: Keep jars sealed in a cool, dry place. Use within 2–4 weeks, and always scoop with clean, dry hands.
Notes
- Storage Tips: Store your scrub in a cool, dry place with the lid sealed tightly. Always scoop with clean, dry hands to help extend shelf life.
- Shelf Life: Best used within 2–4 weeks. In warmer months or humid climates, consider gifting or storing in smaller jars.
- Ingredient Substitutions: Don’t have tapioca starch? You can swap it for cornstarch or arrowroot powder. Coconut oil can also be replaced with sweet almond, grapeseed, or sunflower oil.
- Scent Options: Fragrance oil is optional. Try vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste for a soft, natural scent—or skip it entirely for a fragrance-free version.
- Grinding Strawberries: Use a coffee grinder, high-speed blender, or even a smoothie-style blender to make fine strawberry powder. Be sure berries are completely dry—no clumps!
- Use What You Have: No fancy tools required—just use the kitchen blender or grinder you already have (as long as it’s food-safe).
- Gift-Giving Tip: Print your free Strawberry & Cream Scrub Labels from our Cottage Library (sign-up form above!). Cut with scissors or a die cutter like a Cricut or Silhouette, and finish with a ribbon for a thoughtful handmade gift.
- Labeling Supplies: We’ll link our favorite waterproof label paper in the “Shop This Tool” section—perfect for scrubs and bath products. We stock up when it’s on sale to keep handmade gifts on hand throughout the year.
- Looking Ahead: We’ll be sharing more of our handmade bath and body creations in the coming months—be sure to sign up for updates and printable access.