DIY Sugar Scrub Recipes: Simple, Luxurious Treats for Glowing Skin

Bring the spa to your home with these easy DIY sugar scrub recipes.

Each blend exfoliates, hydrates, and pampers your skin—perfect for self-care nights or thoughtful handmade gifts.


1. Classic Vanilla Sugar Scrub

@emily_engl

Vanilla Sugar Scrub Recipe – 1 cup sugar – 1/2 cup coconut oil – 1/2 tsp vitamin e oil – 1 tsp vanilla extract Makes 3-4 4oz jars 🤍 #sugarscrub #diy #weddingfavors #showerfavors #bodyscrub

♬ ceilings – Sped Up Version – Lizzy McAlpine

Whip up a simple scrub with white sugar, vanilla extract, and coconut oil.

Gently buffs away dry skin while leaving a warm, comforting scent.

2. Citrus Sunrise Sugar Scrub

Brighten dull skin with sugar, orange zest, and sweet almond oil.

The cheerful citrus aroma is a natural mood-lifter and ideal for morning showers.

3. Coffee & Coconut Exfoliating Scrub

Ground coffee and sugar energize and smooth, while coconut oil adds deep moisture.

A spa-like treatment that perks up tired skin.

4. Lavender-Calming Body Scrub

@humblebrands

Inspired by our top-selling Mountain Lavender scent, we crafted a DIY body scrub with clean and calming lavender flowers and essential oil – And we’re OBSESSED. This simple ingredient scrub is the perfect addition to your next everything shower. 🧖‍♀️💜 You’ll need: ✨1 Cup Granulated Sugar ✨4 Tablespoons Avocado Oil ✨1 Tablespoon Culinary Grade Lavender ✨6 Drops Lavender Essential Oil, Optional Instructions: 1️⃣Combine the sugar, oil, lavender and essential oil together. 2️⃣Gently mix. 3️⃣Transfer mixture to a sealable glass jar. 4️⃣Sprinkle a few more lavender flowers on top and drizzle with a small amount of avocado oil. Let us know if you try this recipe! 💜 #humblebrands #homemadebodyscrub #bodyscrub #diybodyscrub #skincaretips #skincaretips

♬ original sound – tay

Blend sugar, dried lavender buds, and lavender essential oil for a relaxing scrub that soothes both skin and senses—perfect for winding down at night.

5. Brown Sugar & Honey Scrub

@aloha_lexia

Homemade honey & brown sugar body scrub 🍯🤎✨ This DIY sugar scrub smells so good! #bodyscrub #homemadebodyscrub #sugarscrub #diybodyscrub #bodyscrubathome #howtomake #homemade

♬ Just Give Me One More Day – Alej

Natural humectants lock in moisture.

Brown sugar gently exfoliates while honey nourishes, leaving skin silky and radiant.

6. Peppermint Foot Scrub

@kindly_kate

Easy DIY sugar scrub! I love this one, I use it for myself and like adding it to little self care gifts as well. #selfcareroutine #diyskincare #diy#giftingideas

♬ Calm background music with acoustic guitar and saxophone(1288148) – ame

Combine sugar, coconut oil, and peppermint essential oil for a refreshing scrub that revives tired feet and boosts circulation.

7. Green Tea Antioxidant Scrub

Matcha powder mixed with sugar and jojoba oil gives a gentle, antioxidant-rich polish—great for sensitive skin.

8. Rose Petal Sugar Scrub

@flower.fern.skincare

Smell like a rose goddess 🌹 Exfoliate, hydrate, and glow with this dreamy DIY body scrub made from simple, organic ingredients — and leftover rose petals from an oil infusion ♻️✨ ✨ Rose Sugar Body Scrub Recipe (Sensitive-Skin Friendly): • ¾ cup organic sugar • 1–2 tsp rose powder • ¼ cup avocado oil blended with dried rose petals (or another gentle oil like olive or jojoba) That’s it — no essential oils, no coconut oil, and nothing clogging or irritating. Just pure, botanical glow. Save this recipe or send it to a rose goddess who needs a little radiance. 🌹✨ #diybodyscrub #bodyscrub #sugarscrub #GlowingSkin #beautygoddess #rose #OrganicSkincare #HerbalSkincare #SkincareRituals #diyskincare

♬ original sound – ꜰɪɪʀᴍᴇᴏʟᴅɪᴇꜱᥫ᭡

Sugar, rose essential oil, and dried rose petals create a romantic scrub that softens skin and smells divine.

9. Chocolate Mint Indulgence Scrub

@crunchyhomesteadingmom

DIY cocoa mint body scrub. Super easy and quick to make, this is perfect for the winter season and makes for a great Christmas gift!🎁🎄 Recipe: -1 Cup Brown Sugar -2 Tbsp Cocoa Powder -5 Tbsp Almond Oil (Or Any Carrier Oil Of Your Choosing) -3-4 Drops Vitamin E Oil -10 Drops Peppermint Essential Oil Mix all ingredients together, and store in air tight container. Use 2-3 times a week. #diychristmas #homemadegifts #diybodyscrub #bodyscrub #christmasgiftideas #nontoxicbeauty #cleanbeauty #nontoxicskincare #mintchocolatechip

♬ In the Air Tonight (2015 Remaster) – Phil Collins

Cocoa powder, sugar, and peppermint oil create a decadent treat for skin.

Ideal for pampering sessions or thoughtful handmade gifts.

10. Lemon Poppy Seed Scrub

Sugar, poppy seeds, and lemon essential oil form a zesty exfoliant that leaves skin bright and refreshed.

11. Oatmeal & Brown Sugar Scrub

Combine finely ground oatmeal, brown sugar, and almond oil for gentle exfoliation and deep hydration—especially good for dry or sensitive skin.

12. Eucalyptus & Sea Salt Detox Scrub

@emily1313m

Great for this season.. great for all skin types.. smooths skin, moisturizing, anti inflammation, fresh eucalyptus sent.. #fypシ #herbalist #eucalyptus #sugar #seasalt #castoroil #jojoba

♬ Love You So – The King Khan & BBQ Show

A mix of sugar, sea salt, and eucalyptus oil invigorates the senses and helps unclog pores for smoother, more balanced skin.


Final Touch

These DIY sugar scrubs are quick to make and full of natural ingredients. Package them in pretty jars for gifts or keep them on hand for your next self-care night.

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