DIY Hibiscus Sugar Scrub with Ylang-Ylang
This DIY sugar scrub has a lovely tropical aroma due to the exotic scent of ylang-ylang essential oil. It also contains ground organic hibiscus petals which provide antioxidant benefits, aid in gentle exfoliation, and lend a lovely colour to this skin-nourishing scrub!
Servings: 1 jar
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated organic sugar
- 1/2 cup fractionated coconut oil (or regular coconut oil, depending on weather conditions)
- 10 drops ylang-ylang extra essential oil
- 1/4 cup organic hibiscus flowers (or hibiscus powder)
Supplies
- Glass bowl for mixing
- Jar with lid for storage
- Mortar and pestle for grinding flowers (or coffee grinder)
Instructions
- Mix the granulated sugar and fractionated coconut oil in a large glass bowl until combined.
- Add the ylang-ylang essential oil and mix thoroughly.
- Grind your hibiscus petal using a mortar and pestle or with a coffee grinder. Hibiscus petals can be abrasive if not ground finely, especially if you choose to use this scrub on your face. Also, if the hibiscus petals are too large, they will be more prone to clogging your drain.
- Add your ground hibiscus to the scrub and mix to combine.
- Transfer the scrub to a glass container or mason jar with an airtight lid.
Notes
Under proper storage conditions, this ylang-ylang and hibiscus sugar scrub should last up to 2 years. Please note that this scrub does not contain a preservative, so you should not allow any water to get into your jar. Allowing water into the jar will invite mold and bacterial growth, decreasing the shelf life significantly.
If you find this scrub either too oily or too dry, you can vary the sugar to oil ratio accordingly.
As always, when using essential oils in your DIY products, please consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, if you have any health conditions, or if you have sensitive skin.