If you love DIYs as much as I do, these rose sugar scrub recipes are perfect for you – and make amazing gifts for your Galentines!
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Simple, yet luxurious! That’s how I’d describe these homemade sugar scrubs.
I’ve got 5 different recipes for you, each with a different (and lovely) scent.
You can make these for yourself, your friends, or your sisters.
They’re all rose based, which I thought would be perfect for Valentine’s Day, but they also make great homemade gifts for Mother’s Day, birthdays or even Christmas!
These can be used on the scalp, face or body!
Whether you’re looking for a moment of self-care or searching for the perfect DIY vday gift, one of these recipes will do the trick.
Rose Sugar Scrub Recipe Benefits
Before we get to the recipes, let’s cover why these body and scalp scrubs are so fantastic:
1. Sugar provides exfoliation, removing dead skin cells without being too harsh on your skin. Great for removing buildup from the scalp as an itchy scalp remedy!
2. The scent of roses is so calming and relaxing, making these scrubs perfect for a self-care Sunday. I LOVE anything rose scented, don’t you?!
3. The oils used in these scrubs help to nourish and hydrate your skin, leaving it feeling soft.
4. By making your own scrubs with all-natural ingredients, you can avoid harsh chemicals often found in store-bought products.
5. They’re super easy and quick to throw together!
6. These scrubs are versatile and can be used all over your body and scalp.
7. They’re easily adjustable: swap out ingredients, or double the recipes to make a larger batch.
5 DIY Rose Scalp Scrub Recipes
How to Customize Your Scrubs
- Use a different carrier oil
- If you prefer it more crumbly and less oily, use only 1/3 cup of carrier oil
- Use more (or less) essential oils, depending on your preferences
- Use brown sugar or salt instead of white sugar
Items You’ll Need for Each Recipe
- Spoon (non-plastic)
- Bowl to mix in (non-plastic)
- Glass jar(s) with lid to store it in
- Labels/stickers and ribbons if giving as gifts
1. Simply Rose Sugar Scrub
Ingredients:
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup grapeseed oil
- 3-4 tablespoons crushed dried rose petals
- 10-15 drops rose essential oil
2. Vanilla Rose Sugar Scrub
Ingredients:
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup almond oil
- 3-4 tablespoons crushed dried rose petals
- 5-8 drops vanilla essential oil (or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract)
- 5-8 drops rose essential oil
3. Lemon Rose Sugar Scrub
Ingredients:
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup grapeseed oil
- 3-4 tablespoons crushed dried rose petals
- 5-8 drops lemon essential oil
- 5-8 drops rose essential oil
4. Lavender Rose Sugar Scrub
Ingredients:
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup jojoba oil
- 2 tablespoons crushed dried rose petals
- 2 tablespoons crushed dried lavender
- 5-8 drops rose essential oil
- 5-8 drops lavender essential oil
5. Coconut Rose Sugar Scrub
Ingredients:
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup coconut oil, melted
- 3-4 tablespoons crushed dried rose petals
- 10-15 drops rose essential oil
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How to Make Your Scrubs
- Combine sugar and carrier oil in a bowl
- Add in essential oils and stir well
- Mix in dried flower petals
- Store in airtight glass jar
Always do a patch test when trying a new ingredient for the first time, especially if you are allergy prone or have sensitive skin. If you experience itching, burning or other signs of an allergic reaction, discontinue use and consult a dermatologist.
How to Use a Sugar Scrub
For Scalp:
- Wet your hair thoroughly
- Part your hair into sections
- Apply a small amount of scrub to your fingertips
- Gently massage the scrub into your scalp using circular motions
- Focus on areas that tend to get flaky
- Continue for 2-3 minutes, covering your entire scalp
- Rinse thoroughly with warm water
- Shampoo and condition as usual
For Body:
- Apply scrub to damp skin
- Massage in circular motions, focusing on rough areas
- Rinse off with warm water
- Pat dry and moisturize
For Face:
- Apply a small amount of scrub to damp face
- Gently massage using light, circular motions
- Avoid the eye area
- Rinse with lukewarm water
- Pat dry and apply moisturizer
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DIY Beauty Gift Ideas
To give you some gifting inspiration, here some ways you could give these scrubs to loved ones!
1. Valentine’s Day Present: Put the scrubs in cute jars with red and pink ribbons, and personalized labels for a thoughtful v-day gift.
2. Galentine’s Day Basket: Make small gift baskets with a variety of scrubs for your girlfriends.
3. Birthday Gift for Her: Pair a scrub with a loofah and a scented candle for a relaxing spa-themed gift.
4. Self-Care Basket: Combine different scrubs with other homemade beauty products like bath bombs or lip balms. You could also include some tea!
5. Bridal Shower Favors: Include small jars of rose sugar scrub as a fun and useful party favors, or include them in bridesmaid gift boxes.
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DIY Rose Sugar Scrub FAQ’s
To make a basic rose sugar scrub, mix 1 cup of sugar with 1/3-1/2 cup of carrier oil, add 10-15 drops of rose essential oil, and mix in 3-4 tablespoons of dried rose petals.
Using a rose sugar scrub is excellent for gentle exfoliation, moisturizing the skin, and providing aromatherapy benefits.
It can help improve skin texture, promote relaxation, and leave your skin feeling soft and nourished.
To make a homemade flower scrub, choose your base (sugar or salt) and add a carrier oil.
Mix in the dried flower petals of your choice, and include a few drops of essential oils if desired. Mix well and store in an airtight jar.
These scrubs are safe for body and scalp use, just be careful when applying them to your face.
For facial use, opt for finer sugar and lower the amount of essential oils. Always patch test first and avoid if you have sensitive skin.
Yes, you can substitute salt for sugar in these recipes. Keep in mind that salt can be more abrasive than sugar, so it’s best used on the body rather than the face.
These rose scalp treatments and body scrubs are all perfect easy DIY beauty gifts or to pamper yourself with. Try out the recipes and see which one’s your favorite!
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