Looking for a festive way to boost hair growth this holiday season? Try these Christmas cookie scalp scrub recipes for a fun way to pamper yourself on your next self care Sunday!
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Picture this: It’s a cold winter evening, and you’re cozied up by the fire, sipping hot cocoa.
But there’s one thing ruining your holiday cheer – an itchy, flaky scalp that won’t quit.
Many people struggle with dry, irritated scalps during the winter months (I know I always do).
The cold air outside and dry heat inside can wreak havoc on your skin, leaving your scalp feeling uncomfortable and less than merry.
But don’t worry! I’ve got a solution that’s as sweet as a holiday treat (you can’t eat it though, haha).
My Christmas cookie-inspired scalp scrubs are here to save the day (and your scalp).
These DIY treatments not only smell amazing but also provide the nourishment and exfoliation your scalp needs.
In this post, I’ll share five festive scalp scrub recipes that will leave your scalp feeling refreshed and your spirits bright.
Plus, these scrubs make perfect homemade Christmas gifts for anyone on your list who could use a little scalp pampering. They’re great to include in self care gift baskets!
Christmas Cookie Scalp Scrub: Why Use Them?
Scalp scrubs can do a few awesome things for your hair and scalp:
- Exfoliation: Scrubs remove dead skin cells, product buildup, and excess oil from your scalp.
- Improved circulation: Scalp massage stimulates blood flow, promoting healthier hair growth.
- Moisturizing: Natural oils in the scrubs help nourish your scalp and get rid of dryness.
- Dandruff & itch relief: Regular exfoliation can help reduce scalp flakes, and the essential oils can help relieve itchiness and irritation.
- Stress relief: The aromatherapy benefits of essential oils can help you relax and unwind.
- Hair growth: The properties in certain essential oils (like peppermint) can help encourage hair growth.
- Customizable: You can easily adjust the recipes to suit your preferences or scalp needs.
- All natural: the scrubs are natural and don’t contain any harsh ingredients.
- They’re festive and fun, obviously!
5 Scalp Scrub Recipes
Each of the ingredients will be listed for the individual recipes below, but there are a few staple items you’ll need for each one:
- Bowl
- Spoon
- Glass jar
- If giving as gifts: ribbon or twine, labels
NOTE: Use only metal or glass for your containers/utensils rather than plastic. The essential oils will seep into the plastic and they will smell like essential oils forever (ask me how I know)!
These recipes are all easily customizable, so you can adjust the amount of essential oils or carrier oil you use, depending on your preferences!
1. Candy Cane Peppermint Scalp Scrub
This refreshing scrub will leave your scalp feeling tingly and clean. And peppermint oil is amazing for hair growth! Use fractionated coconut oil because it stays liquid at room temperature, and doesn’t have a coconut smell.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup fractionated coconut oil
- 10 drops peppermint essential oil
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
Directions:
- Mix sugar and coconut oil in a bowl
- Add peppermint and vanilla and mix well
2. Gingerbread Cookie Scalp Scrub
This warm, spicy scrub will make your scalp feel cozy and nourished.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup almond oil
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 5 drops ginger essential oil
Directions:
- Mix all dry ingredients in a bowl
- Add almond oil and ginger essential oil, stirring until well combined
3. Vanilla Sugar Cookie Scalp Scrub
This sweet-smelling scrub will remind you of freshly baked cookies.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1/4 cup jojoba oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 5 drops vanilla essential oil
Instructions:
- Mix sugar and jojoba oil in a bowl
- Add vanilla extract and essential oil, stirring until well combined
4. Frosted Pine Scalp Scrub
Bring the scent of Christmas trees indoors with this invigorating scrub.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup sea salt
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 10 drops pine essential oil
- 5 drops eucalyptus essential oil
Instructions:
- Mix sea salt and olive oil in a bowl
- Add pine and eucalyptus essential oils, stirring until well combined
5. Spiced Orange Scalp Scrub
This citrusy scrub will brighten your mood and your scalp!
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup sweet almond oil
- 5 drops orange essential oil
- 3 drops cinnamon essential oil
Instructions:
- Mix sugar and sweet almond oil in a bowl
- Add essential oils, stirring until well combined
How to Use Your Christmas Cookie Scalp Scrub
1. Dampen your scalp with warm water (don’t fully wash it yet, just get it wet).
2. Take a small amount of the scrub and gently massage it into your scalp using small circular motions.
3. Continue for 3-5 minutes, focusing on areas that feel dry or itchy.
4. Leave the treatment on the scalp for 10 minutes, to allow the oils to do their thing!
5. Rinse thoroughly with warm water.
6. Follow with your regular shampoo and conditioner routine.
For best results, use your scalp scrub once a week or every other week, depending on your scalp’s needs.
Homemade Scalp Scrub FAQ’S
Yes, you can use a sugar scrub on your scalp. Sugar is a gentle exfoliant that helps remove dead skin cells and product buildup, and relieve itchiness.
Both salt and sugar can be effective for scalp scrubs. Choose whichever you prefer. If you have a really oily scalp, use salt instead of sugar.
For most people, using a scalp scrub once a week or every other week is enough. If you have a very dry or oily scalp, you might benefit from using it more frequently, but be careful not to overdo it.
When stored in an airtight container in a cool, dry place (you can keep it in the fridge), these scrubs can last up to a month.
Yes, these natural scrubs are generally safe for color-treated hair. Pay close attention to your hair after using scalp scrubs, and if you notice unwanted results, stop using it.
These Christmas cookie scalp scrubs are a fun and festive way to pamper yourself during the holiday season. Whip up a couple of these recipes to gift to friends, and share the self care love!
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