Have you ever made DIY eucalyptus and peppermint sugar scrub? Do you suffer from allergies? Spring allergies are in full bloom and it has my allergies going crazy. Even though I take a daily antihistamine, it doesn’t always stop my sinuses from feeling the effects of all the pollen floating through the air. When my allergies are flaring up, I found that this Eucalyptus and Peppermint sugar scrub helps clear my nasal passages while gently exfoliates my skin.
How Do You Make Eucalyptus and Peppermint Sugar Scrub?
Making your own Eucalyptus and Peppermint sugar scrub is cheap and easy to make at home. Please note that both the Eucalyptus and Peppermint essential oils are potent, don’t be afraid to reduce the amount if the recipe below seems too potent for your liking. This the great thing about making your own sugar scrubs, they are versatile and you can adjust the recipe as needed. You can even add sprinkles for fun.
Can You Use Sugar Scrub on Your Face?
Do not use sugar scrubs on your face. The skin on your face is too delicate for sugar scrubs. Plus, the Eucalyptus and Peppermint oil can also irritate sensitive skin and you need to keep it away from your eyes and mouth. It is best to use sugar scrubs on your body.
How To Make a Batch of DIY Eucalyptus and Peppermint Sugar Scrub
For this recipe, you will need a few ingredients, in order to make this DIY Eucalyptus and Peppermint Sugar Scrub. You can use regular sugar in this recipe.
- ½ cup sugar
- ¼ cup sweet almond oil carrier oil
- 20 drops peppermint essential oil
- 15 drops eucalyptus essential oil
- ⅛ teaspoon Golden green mica powder
Directions:
Step 1: Measure ½ cup sugar and put in a small bowl.
Step 2: Measure and pour ¼ cup sweet almond oil carrier oil into the bowl of sugar.
Step 3: Add 20 drops peppermint essential oil to the mixture.
Step 4: Add 15 drops of eucalyptus essential oil to the mixture.
Step 5: Measure and add the ⅛ teaspoon Golden green mica powder.
Step 6: Stir mixture well.
Step 7: Store in an airtight container and use within 6 months.
We hope that you enjoy this DIY Eucalyptus and Peppermint Sugar Scrub!
My son just bought peppermint oil recently. Im going to steal a few drops to make this sugar scrub!
Eucalyptus is my daughter’s favorite scent. I always think of her when I see it or hear about it.
My allergies have been awful lately. I am going to have to try this. What does the green Mica do? Is it just for color or does it really add to this somehow?
I bet this scrub smells amazing! I love DIY beauty products because you know exactly what is in them!