Are you ready to take your sugar scrub game to the next level? In this step-by-step guide, I’ll walk you through how to make a luxurious Whipped Foaming Sugar Scrub—a perfect blend of exfoliation and cleansing with a soft, creamy texture. Plus, I’ll share the best way to pipe it into jars for a beautiful, professional finish.
This recipe is infused with locally grown Vermont lavender, rich cocoa butter, and a touch of beet root powder for a natural color boost. It’s the perfect addition to any self-care routine and makes a gorgeous handmade gift!
Why You'll Love This Whipped Sugar Scrub
- Gently exfoliates while cleansing
- Light and fluffy texture
- Leaves skin feeling soft and rejuvenated
- Customizable with your favorite scents and colors
- Fun to pipe into jars like frosting!
What You’ll Need
To make this whipped foaming sugar scrub, you’ll need a few key ingredients and tools. I’ve included my go-to Amazon affiliate links for easy shopping!
Ingredients:
- Granulated Sugar – The key exfoliant that buffs away dead skin cells.
- Cocoa Butter – Adds deep moisture and a luxurious feel. Get it here: Raw Cocoa Butter - Unrefined, 100% Pure
- Himalayan Pink Salt (Fine grain) – Adds mineral-rich benefits for glowing skin. Himalayan Chef Fine Grain Pink Salt
- Whipped Soap Base – The fluffy base that creates the perfect texture. Try: Foaming Bath Butter Base:
- Beet Root Powder – A natural way to add color and skincare benefits. Kate Naturals BEET ROOT Powder Organic
- Lavender Essential Oil – Known for its calming properties. Pure Lavender Essential Oils Organic Majestic Pure EO
- Fragrance Oil (optional) – For a customized scent blend. Essential Oils and Fragrance Oils by Natures Oil
- Mica Powder – For a touch of shimmer. Mica Powder: Marblers Cosmetic Grade
Tools & Equipment:
- Electric Mixer – For whipping the soap base to perfection. KitchenAid 9-Speed Digital Hand Mixer
- Spatula Set – Helps scrape every last bit of scrub. Bake Royal Silicone Spatula Set – 4 Piece
- Piping Bags – The key to getting that perfect swirled look. Wilton 12-Inch Cake Decorating Pastry Bags - Disposable
- Large Piping Tip – To create smooth, beautiful swirls. Cake Decorating Tips for Beginners Set
- Jars with Lids – For storing your sugar scrub. 8 oz Plastic Jars with Lids 36 Pack
Step 1: Heat the Melt & Pour Soap Base & Cocoa Butter
Add the cut up melt and pour soap base to a bowl. Heat the soap in the microwave in short 30 second intervals until fully melted. Melt the cocoa butter in a separate bowl in 30 second burst until it looks clear. Pour into a large mixing bowl or stand mixer bowl.
Step 2: Glycerin and Cocoa Butter – Moisturizing Ingredients
Add the glycerin and cocoa butter - soap mixture to the bowl and mix with a hand mixer or stand mixer on low until fully blended. These ingredients help nourish and hydrate the skin while enhancing the scrub’s creamy texture.
Step 3: Quickly Add the Foaming Soap Base
Add the foaming soap base into the bowl and mix on low. Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, whip the soap base on medium speed for 1-2 minutes until it becomes light and fluffy. Mixture will look creamy and fluffy like a marshmallow texture.
Step 4: Add the Preservative
Once the temperature is below 100 degrees, according to the preservative you use, add it to the bowl. Mix the ingredients well. This will help if water is introduced to the product when being used.
Step 5: Mix in Sugar & Color
Gradually fold in granulated sugar until the scrub reaches your desired consistency. For a pop of color, mix beet root powder using a fine mesh strainer to make sure it’s a fine powder. Although the natural beet root powder may fade over time because it’s a natural ingredient you may omit this ingredient.
If you want a more vibrant shade, try blending in mica powder for a soft, shimmery effect.
Step 6: Add Scent & Essential Oils
Now, it’s time to add lavender essential oil and any fragrance oils you love. Start with 5-10 drops, then adjust based on your preference. Stir well to ensure an even distribution. Make sure to use International Fragrance Association guidance or the recommended usage level from the supplier usually recommended in percent. For your information here: https://ifrafragrance.org/
Step 7: Pipe the Scrub into Jars
This is where the magic happens! Transfer the whipped scrub into a piping bag fitted with a large open star tip (or no tip at all as seen in the video). Gently squeeze the piping bag to swirl the scrub into your jars.
📌 Pro Tip: Although in the video you’ll see I piped the sugar scrub quickly, so it did not get too firm before being piped. If your scrub is too soft, let it sit for 10-15 minutes before piping it firms up slightly, making it easier to pipe.
Step 8: Label, Store & Enjoy
Seal the jars with airtight lids and label them with a use-by date (recommend 6 – 9 months from the making date). Keep them in a cool, dry place.
How to Use Whipped Sugar Scrub
- Scoop a small amount using clean, dry hands or a spoon.
- Apply to wet skin and gently massage in circular motions.
- Rinse thoroughly and pat dry.
- Enjoy your soft, glowing skin!
Recipe for Whipped Sugar Scrub
Measure ingredients with a scale or precise measuring tool.
10 oz. Premium Extra Clear MP Soap Base - 2 lb Tray
16 oz. Foaming Bath Whip
35 oz. Sugar - White Granulated Sugar
6 oz. Cocoa Butter – Unscented Deodorized
2 oz. Pink Himalayan Salt (optional)
1 oz. Lavender Essential Oil
1 oz. Glycerin - Natural
0.10 oz. Preservative
1 Teaspoon Beet Root Powder or Mica Powder
You alone are responsible for product and recipe testing to ensure compatibility and safety. This recipe is a guideline.
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Watch the Full Video Tutorial!
Want to see the entire process in action? Check out my step-by-step tutorial on YouTube to see how I make and pipe this whipped foaming sugar scrub!
Share Your Results!
Have you tried making this whipped foaming sugar scrub? I’d love to see your creations! Tag me on Instagram @VermontLavender or leave a comment below.
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Happy DIYing! 😊💖
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