DIY Lavender Scrub Recipe

Transform dull, dry skin into glowing, healthy skin with this DIY lavender scrub. Learn how to make your own with this simple and easy recipe using only natural ingredients.

I love a good homemade sugar scrub. There are so many ways to make them, and totally customizable to your needs. Best of all, they are cheap and can be made from natural ingredients right in your own pantry.

If you need a homemade gift idea for this upcoming mother’s day, here you have it. Because we all know moms need extra relaxation (I am not just speaking for myself right?). Or invite some friends over for a fun spa night.

I hope you love this homemade lavender sugar scrub as much as I do. Lavender is a favorite scent of mine. Adding our third baby to the mix has been one of the greatest joys, but it also comes with some overwhelming feelings.

Feeling like they grow up too fast, wanting to cherish every single second, while also a slight overwhelm with so many littles under toe.

Benefits Of A Sugar Scrub

Sugar is a great exfoliator in scrubs. It helps remove dead skin cells, clean clogged pores, and make your skin feel soft. It is very versatile and used in face scrubs, body scrubs, lips scrubs, and food scrubs.

Sugar helps draw moisture from the air to the skin and doesn’t isn’t as harsh and drying as say salt. It contains glycolic acid which encourages cell turnover and can help reveal smooth skin, and is great for mature skin (source).

Glycolic acid is used in many chemical peels to help reverse signs of aging.

Why you will love this recipe:

Relaxing: The scent of lavender is very calming and relaxing. Like a spa treatment at home.

Smooth Skin: Reveal smooth, nourished, and super soft skin. Perfect for dry hands, elbows, and other parts.

Great gift: Not only is this a joy to use, but it is also beautiful making it a great gift.

Great for all skin types: This calming recipe is great for all types of skin including sensitive skin.

Easy: Homemade scrubs are just so easy to make. Measure and mix together.

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DIY Body Scrub Tips:

• Use 100% lavender essential oil and skip any fragrances. These are highly toxic and contain endocrine disruptors.
• Avoid using mineral oils
• This recipe can also be used as a face scrub; just make sure you rub gently, since you don’t want to be too abrasive.
• I like to use a little less than a half cup of oil per cup of sugar, but if you want it really moisturizing than use a 1/2 cup oil.
• Double or triple this recipe to make for gifts. Make sure to use a large bowl if you make a large batch.

Tools and materials you may need:

Bowl

Measuring cups and spoons

Mason jar or another type of with a lid

Dried lavender buds. Totally optional, but they are beautiful and smell amazing.

Best Sugar To Use For A Sugar Scrub

• Pure Cane sugar  (like this one): Plain white sugar is great for all areas of the body, including the face. Great exfoliator. I love using organic cane sugar (Costco has the best price FIY)
• Brown sugar: Is better for more sensitive skin and sensitive areas like the face because it is finer than the other options. Find my brown sugar scrub recipe here.
• Raw Sugar (like this one): Good choice for a body scrub as it is much more coarse. Wouldn’t recommend using it on your face.

Ingredient List:

Sugar: Choose the best sugar option listed above for what you plan to use it for.

Lavender Essential Oil (optional)- With a pleasant, floral aroma, lavender oil has been used for centuries to promote relaxation, restfulness, and overall well being. Its benefits go beyond relaxation too—when applied topically, lavender oil can be used to help soothe skin, reduce the appearance of blemishes, and even alleviate headaches. 

Vitamin e oil (optional) – (I use this kind) Vitamin E is an essential nutrient for skin health. It helps to protect skin cells from damage caused by free radicals, which can lead to premature aging. It can also help to reduce inflammation and hydrate skin, leaving it looking smooth and supple. (Source)

Oil: 

Pick an oil that works for your skin. Mix and match oil to make it custom to you. Example: Use about 1/4 cup of olive oil, with about 1/4 cup coconut oil.

Olive oil: One of the best natural moisturizers available, and it can also help calm inflamed skin and reduce irritation. Packed with antioxidants and healthy fatty acids, this substance has been used for centuries for its health benefits, and it’s just as helpful for skin as it is for cooking.

It’s all about its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. Packed with polyphenols and vitamin E, olive oil helps protect the skin from environmental stressors and reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and other signs of aging. (Source)

Avocado oil  A nourishing and hydrating skincare powerhouse. With its high concentration of vitamins and minerals, the oil helps promote healthy, balanced skin. Vitamin E, in particular, helps to keep skin moisturized while naturally protecting it from environmental factors.

The oil can also be used to reduce redness and inflammation, healing skin blemishes and acne. (Source)

Apricot oil (I use this one) Can help nourish, protect, and revitalize your skin. Rich in antioxidants and vitamins (A and E), this natural oil is a popular choice for moisturizing and balancing the skin’s natural pH levels.

It also contains gamma linoleic acid, which tones and firms skin and has antibacterial and antioxidant properties. Apricot seed oil is great for your face. (Source)

Sweet almond oil: Not only is almond oil packed with vitamins and minerals, but regular use can help improve skin tone and reduce signs of aging.

Rich in Vitamin E, almond oil helps to keep skin cells nourished and hydrated, resulting in firmer, smoother skin. It’s also known to naturally reduce dark circles and the appearance of wrinkles. (Source)

Jojoba oil: Rich in antioxidants, fatty acids and vitamins that are beneficial for your skin. It can help reduce the appearance of wrinkles, fight acne, and even soothe skin irritations.

Jojoba oil is also a great moisturizer, as it has a natural structure and composition similar to our skin’s natural oils. With its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties, jojoba oil can help keep your skin looking and feeling healthy and vibrant. (Source)

Coconut oil – Packed in vitamins, minerals, and fatty acids, its benefits for skin are numerous and range from smooth, hydrated, and naturally glowing skin, to protection from environmental damage.  

It also has antibacterial and antifungal properties. Fractionated coconut oil is liquid at room temperature, which will leave a more consistent and fluid sugar scrub. Regular coconut oil tends to be clumpy when above 74 degrees.(Source)

How To Make This DIY Lavender Sugar Scrub:

In a small bowl, mix together oil, sugar and 5-10 drops of lavender essential oil. (You could also add your favorite essential oils if desired).

Add to a mason jar or small airtight container. Top with dried lavender flowers if desired.

How To Use A Sugar Scrub

This is easiest to do in the shower. Take out 1-2 tbs (or a small amount) of scrub, wet skin, and then rub sugar scrub in a circular motion all over your body focusing on dry spots and rough skin.

Rinse with warm water.

Pat dry and apply body butter (I like this one with shea butter), or your favorite lotion.

Storage:

Store in an airtight container in a cool dry place away from any moisture. DIY sugar scrubs will last for up to a year as long as they are stored properly. Don’t forget to label the top of the jar with what it is so everyone remembers.

For gifts: I like to place it in smaller jars. 

Variations:

Lavender salt scrubs: Swap out the sugar for sea salt.

Lemon lavender sugar scrub recipe: Add fresh lemon zest or a few drops of lemon essential oil.

Mint + Lavender: Probably my favorite combination. Add 2-3 drops of peppermint or spearmint oil and 5-10 drops of lavender oil.

Find More Skincare Recipes:

• DIY Lotion Bar Recipe For Soft Nourished Skin
• The Ultimate Homemade Deodorant for Sensitive Skin
• Baking Soda Face Scrub: For Glowing Skin
• Homemade Face Wash: Natural Herbal Recipe
• DIY Toner: Simple Herbal Recipe
• Homemade Shea Butter Cream For Face

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