Easy Grapefruit Mint Refresher Sugar Scrub
This grapefruit mint refresher sugar scrub feels like stepping into a spa on a summer morning. The crisp smell instantly brightens my mood. It’s fresh, zesty, and sunshiney in a way nothing else quite matches.
Yield: 8 ounces
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Equipment
Materials
- 1 Cup White Sugar
- ½ Cup Jojoba Oil
- 1 Tablespoon Grapefruit Zest
- 5 Drops Grapefruit Essential Oil
- 5 Drops Peppermint Essential Oil
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine sugar and jojoba oil. Stir until the sugar is fully coated and the mixture resembles wet sand.1 Cup White Sugar, ½ Cup Jojoba Oil
- Add grapefruit zest, grapefruit essential oil, and peppermint essential oil.1 Tablespoon Grapefruit Zest, 5 Drops Peppermint Essential Oil, 5 Drops Grapefruit Essential Oil
- Mix again until completely combined.
- Scoop into an airtight jar.
Notes
Ingredient Breakdown (and Substitutions)
Sugar Acts as a gentle exfoliant suitable for all skin types.Swap: Fine cane sugar or brown sugar for a softer scrub. Jojoba Oil A favorite choice for skincare because it closely mimics our skin’s natural oils. It absorbs cleanly, doesn’t clog pores, and leaves skin silky rather than oily.
Swap: Sweet almond oil, grapeseed oil, or fractionated coconut oil. Grapefruit Zest Provides natural fragrance and a little extra exfoliation.
Zest-Free Option: Replace zest with 3–5 additional drops of grapefruit essential oil to avoid using perishables. Grapefruit Essential Oil Bright, energizing, and mood-boosting. Peppermint Essential Oil Adds a clean, cooling element that pairs beautifully with citrus.
Optional Add-Ins
For extra luxury- 1 tsp vitamin E oil (skin nourishment + natural preservative)
- 1–2 tbsp fine pink Himalayan salt (boosts exfoliation)
- 1 tsp dried, crushed mint leaves (adds color + scent)
- Replace peppermint with spearmint for a sweeter, softer mint
- Add 3 drops lavender for a citrus-herbal blend
- Add 2 drops ylang-ylang for a floral-citrus twist