DIY Coconut Sugar Scrub
Anyone remember those “Calgon, Take Me Away!” commercials? That’s how I have felt these last few weeks. Jorge and I have been so busy since the new year. There hasn’t been a break or a long weekend where we have really gotten away (or just stayed in) and had a nice staycation. Between his work travel, my travel and our jobs – it’s been crazy lately.
This weekend Jorge and I have an out of town wedding to go to along the Georgia coast. I just love receptions — open bars and dancing with my husband are the perfect recipe for a good time. I am also looking forward to checking out of reality for a few days…and of course, a Piña Colada.
My signature “I’m officially on Vacation” drink is a lovely Piña Colada. It can’t be one of those frozen machine ones, but a real delicious Piña Colada with an extra shot of rum. That fruity smell of coconut can instantly make me feel like I am on vacation.
So in preparation for our beach weekend get away, I have made one of my favorite sugar scrubs but with a coconut twist. Every time I hop in the shower the smell of coconut makes me swoon! But my favorite part of this sugar scrub is the super soft skin it leaves behind. With a little Vitamin E thrown in, this is the perfect get ready for summer sugar scrub!
DIY Coconut Sugar Scrub
Recipe Note: The turbinado sugar makes a coarse scrub. If you would like a more gentle scrub you can substitute all granulated sugar for the turbinado sugar.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup coconut oil
- 2 cups turbinado sugar (sugar in the raw – the coarse flakes)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons vitamin e (optional)
Directions:
Combine the two sugars in a bowl and mix to incorporate. Add coconut oil and vitamin e and stir to combine.
Store in an airtight jar and stir before using (when needed – the oils will settle when not being used).
I am in love with this!! What an awesome idea! I can not wait to try it!
How fun! I’ve always wanted to try this out!
I’ve always wanted to make a sugar scrub! I think it would be so cute to give as gifts!
I. Love. This.
this post has confirmed that i need a beach vacation… STAT! 🙂
Thank you and enjoy your weekend!
I can smell this scrub already and I haven’t even made it yet. Enjoy your vacay!
I have a huge box of turbinado sugar in my pantry that never seems to end. Now I know what else to use it for. 😉
I love sugar scrubs! Enjoy your time away. Have a drink for me 😉
I love to make sugar scrubs! This one sounds awesome. I agree, I have a signature “I’m on vacation” drink, too!
Well, it looks like I’ll be going directly from eating sugar to bathing in it. 🙂 This looks great & I’ve been wanting to make my own scrub for quite some time. Random side note: Have you ever heard of the blog Parenting: Illustrated with Crappy Pictures? She’s got this whole bit about a conversation with her son sparked over turbinado sugar, and ever since I saw it, I can’t see the word without giggling. 🙂 You should Google it if you need a laugh! Enjoy your getaway!
Where did you get your jars from?
The large jars are mason jars and the smaller one with the latch is from Target!
We have enjoyed many a staycation. I love those Mason jars.
No way, this is awesome! It would be such a great gift! Thanks for sharing.
Have a great time on your trip. I can’t wait to try this scrub.
Oh I love it! This is going to be a perfect way to relax and scrub the school year stress away with a nice relaxing bath on the last day of school.
I’ve gotten into sugar scrubs recently and I’ve been saving all the DIY recipes I can! I usually just make a vanilla scrub, but this sounds perfect for summer!
Love homemade scrubs that imparts tropical scents. Cannot live without a good pina colada 😉
This sounds so simple and lovely 🙂 I must try!
I love making and using coconut sugar scrub. I always use the unrefined virgin coconut oil! Love the wonderful coconut smell.
I purchased coconut oil but it is solid. Is that normal?
Yes! It is actually softer than it looks and once you start stirring it will mix together perfectly!
i have a question, how long it last????? thank youuu
I have had it last up to 6 months in the past!
Thanks. I made it and my hands were so smooth I was tempted to hold hands with myself!
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How much does the recipe make? I believe we have 24 2oz jars…making it for a baby shower favor….perfect!
It makes about 2 1/2 cups! So you will probably need about 2 – 3 batches!
Hi..Could you tell me if the Coconut Oil is liquid or solid when I measure it??
Solid! 🙂
Where do you purchase vitamin e? And in what form, capsules or ??
If I am putting this into 4oz jars for a bridal shower approx how much would it make for 1 batch?