DIY Lavender Sugar Scrub Bars

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These easy DIY Lavender Sugar Scrub Bars cleanse and exfoliate the skin while soothing your mind with their relaxing scent.

DIY lavender sugar scrub cubes on a white wood table.

I love how relaxing and soothing lavender is in homemade beauty products. And, these easy DIY sugar scrub cubes are no different!

They have all the exfoliating power of traditional sugar scrubs with the convenience of being in a bar form. And, since they’re set with melt-and-pour soap, they also cleanse your skin at the same time!

So get your DIY Beauty supplies ready so you can make a batch of these easy Lavender Sugar Scrub Bars. Then, at the end of a long day, you can just hop in the shower or bath and pamper your skin while giving yourself a relaxing aromatherapy experience.

Supplies

  • ⅓ cup of melt and pour soap
  • ¼ teaspoon of sweet almond oil
  • 1-2 drops of vitamin e oil
  • 3-5 drops of lavender essential oil
  • 1 teaspoon of dried lavender
  • ⅓ cup of granulated sugar

Tools

  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Double Boiler
  • Silicone Molds

Step-by-Step: How to Make Lavendar Sugar Scrub Bars

Follow these simple step-by-step instructions to learn how to make exfoliating sugar scrub bars scented with soothing lavender.

Step 1: Melt Soap Base

Place about 5-6 large ice cube-sized pieces of your melt and pour soap into a double boiler and heat over medium until completely melted (should equal ⅓ cup, a little more is fine but no less).

Melted glycerin soap base in a glass measuring cup.

Step 2: Add Oils and Lavender

Remove the pan from the heat, then stir in ¼ teaspoon of sweet almond oil, 1-2 drops of vitamin e oil, 3-5 drops of lavender essential oil and 1 teaspoon of dried lavender.

Dried lavender bud flowers added to melted soap and oils in a glass measuring cup.

Step 3: Add Sugar then Press Into Molds

Quickly mix in ⅓ cup of sugar then pour the sugar scrub mixture into your silicone molds (once the sugar is added, the mixture hardens quickly, so be sure to work fast). Set the silicone mold in the freezer for 15 minutes to harden the sugar scrub cubes.

Lavender sugar scrub cubes in a silicone mold.

Step 4: Unmold and Use the Cubes

Remove the silicone mold from the freezer and push up on the bottom of your molds to remove each sugar scrub cube. Place several homemade sugar scrub bars in a mason jar and top with some fabric and a ribbon for a special handmade gift!

Three homemade lavender sugar scrub cubes on a white table with dried lavender buds.

Tips for Making the Best Lavender Sugar Scrub Bars

Answers to all of your questions about making this sugar scrub bar recipe, including tips, substitutions and variations.

How to use sugar scrub bars

All you have to do is rub these bars on areas of skin that need to be exfoliated. They’ll both cleanse and exfoliate skin at the same time.

Use the scrub bars 1-2 times a week. Over-exfoliating can irritate the skin, so it’s important to find a balance that works for your skin type.

Making a bigger batch

This is a small batch recipe for 3 sugar scrub bars. If you want to make a larger batch, simply double or triple the recipe!

Skin types

The bars are generally suitable for all skin types. However, if you have sensitive skin, consider reducing the amount of sugar for a gentler exfoliation and perform a patch test before full use.

Adjust exfoliation level

To adjust the texture, vary the amount or type of sugar. More sugar creates a rougher scrub for intense exfoliation, while less sugar results in a gentler bar. Finer sugar provides a less abrasive scrub compared to coarse sugar.

Using other scents

You can use any essential oil you like. I often like making Peppermint Sugar Scrub Bars, depending on the time of year, but you’re only limited to your imagination (and what’s safe for skin).

Colorants

While I like the subtle color of these sugar scrub bars, you can add natural colorants like mica powder or beetroot powder for color. Start with a small amount (a pinch or two) and increase as needed to achieve the desired hue.

Substitute other carrier oils

If you have allergies or you don’t have or want to use sweet almond oil or vitamin E oil, you can substitute your favorite carrier oil. Be sure to read my post on the best carrier oils for tips on choosing the right one for your skin type.

Alternative mold ideas

If you don’t have a silicone mold, you can also use ice cube trays, muffin tins or even small plastic containers as alternatives.

Preservative advice

If adding preservatives for a longer shelf life, opt for natural preservatives like grapefruit seed extract. However, always research and use them according to safe guidelines. A great place to start learning about this topic is my post on Natural Preservatives for Homemade Beauty Products.

Are lavender flowers necessary?

No, you can completely omit them or add other small dried flowers, herbs, or citrus zest to the mixture for an aesthetic appeal. Ensure they are skin-safe and finely chopped to avoid harshness on the skin.

Shelf life and storage

These sugar scrub bars typically last for about 6 months. Store them in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Avoid exposure to moisture or direct sunlight to prolong their shelf life.

Also keep in mind that they may soften in warm environments. Store them in a cool place during summer or in the refrigerator if your environment is particularly warm.

Packaging for gifts

For gifting, place the bars in mason jars, tie with a ribbon, and add a personalized tag. Consider using recycled paper or fabric for an eco-friendly touch. Reusable cloth bags or glass containers are also great options.

More DIY lavender beauty products

If you love the scent of lavender, try some of these beauty product recipes

Close up of homemade lavender sugar scrub cubes with dried lavender petals

Lavender Sugar Scrub Bars Recipe

Learn how to make easy DIY sugar scrub cubes to exfoliate and cleanse skin that smell like soothing lavender.
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Active Time: 15 minutes
Chilling Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Makes: 3 Sugar Scrub Cubes

Supplies

Tools

  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Double Boiler
  • Silicone Molds

Instructions

  • Put 5-6 large ice cube sized pieces of melt and pour soap into a double boiler and heat over medium until completely melted.
    Melted glycerin soap base in a glass measuring cup.
  • Remove the pan from the heat, then stir in sweet almond oil, vitamin e oil, lavender essential oil and dried lavender.
    Dried lavender bud flowers added to melted soap and oils in a glass measuring cup.
  • Quickly mix in your sugar and immediately pour into your silicone before it hardens. Freeze the silicone mold for 15 minutes to harden the cubes.
    Lavender sugar scrub cubes in a silicone mold.
  • Remove the mold from the freezer and push up on the mold to remove the sugar scrub cubes. You can now store or use your lavender sugar scrub bars!
    Three homemade lavender sugar scrub cubes on a white table with dried lavender buds.

10 thoughts on “DIY Lavender Sugar Scrub Bars”

  1. When you say 1/3 of a cup of melt & pour soap—-question is: is that 1/3 measurement after the M&P Soap is melted or is it before melting and if so how do you measure the 1/3 cup? –grating it OR?????
    Sorry if I sound dumb but am perplexed –weight of soap would be very helpful.
    Thank you as this recipe sounds very nice.
    Yvonne

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