This calendula sugar scrub helps slough off dead skin while providing moisturizing relief in one simple application.

Use simple natural pantry ingredients and skin nourishing herbs in this DIY sugar scrub.

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Natural & Gentle Exfoliation

Getting rid of dry skin cell can go a long way into providing relief to overworked skin. There are many ways to exfoliate and some of them can be quite expensive. Thankfully, frugal options are . Coarse salt and sugar gently scrub off dead skins while also melting in hot water, leaving less mess in the shower or tub.

Moisturizing Herbs & Oils

Calendula is a naturally soothing and moisturizing flower, making it an ideal choice for this sugar scrub. Infusing its many healing properties directly into the oil means that it gets throughout the scrub.

An open jar of calendula sugar scrub surrounded by fresh calendula flowers.

Coconut and olive oils absorb easily into the skin. This quick absorption helps soothe dry skin as the sugar and salt help remove the dead cells from the surface of the body.

Adding Scent

A scent does not have to be added to this sugar scrub. Use it unscented for all of the exfoliating and softening benefits. However, an essential oil can be added to give it a nice light scent. For a refreshing and rejuvenating smell try orange or grapefruit. To use before bed or relaxation, try lavender.

Truly, add any essential oil or scent most favored. You can’t go wrong.

An Easy DIY or Gift

It’s easy to whip up a giant batch in no time for yourself or someone else. Put it in a nice container, add a pretty label and some ribbon for a simple, and frugal gift.

To include in a care package, consider packaging it in a plastic bag to make it less fragile.

Yield: Approximately 1 1/2 Cups