If your skin’s been feeling a bit dull, rough, or just in need of some serious TLC, a homemade salt body scrub might be just what the (kitchen) doctor ordered. Salt scrubs are one of my go-to DIY beauty staples—especially when the seasons change or my skin starts to feel like it’s been through the wringer.
Using a good salt scrub not only helps exfoliate dead skin cells, but also encourages circulation, promotes cell renewal, and gives your body that smooth, rejuvenated glow we’re all after. And the best part? These scrubs are incredibly easy and fast to make—no fancy equipment, no mystery ingredients. Just pure, skin-loving goodness whipped up in your own kitchen.
Once you make your first homemade salt scrub, I promise you’ll be hooked. They’re so quick to throw together and customizable to your specific skin type—whether you’re dealing with dry patches, oily zones, or sensitive skin that needs a gentle touch. Plus, they make fabulous last-minute gifts (especially when you pop them in a cute jar with a label and ribbon). Trust me, your friends will be begging for more.
In this roundup, I’ve pulled together 8 of my favorite salt scrub recipes—each with its own skin-boosting benefits and scent profile. From energizing citrus blends to calming lavender soaks, there’s a recipe here for every mood and moment.
So grab your mixing bowl, open the pantry, and let’s get scrubbing!
Looking for more recipes? Check out these scrub recipes over on our DIY Craft tutorial site, Craftbits.com
Check out these 8 salt scrub recipes for making your own salt scrubs that we found and try them out to see what is your favorite.
1- DIY Citrus Salt Scrub from Off Beat and Inspired
2- Ginger Lime Salt Scrub from Soap Deli News
3- Sea Salt Scrub from Primally Inspired
4- Homemade Coconut Salt Scrub from Wonky Wonderful
5- Honey Salt Scrub from Living Well Spending Less
6- Lavender Vanilla Salt Scrub from Building Our Story
7- Lemon and Grapefruit Salt Scrub from Frugal Living Mom
8- Coffee Salt Scrub from Savy Naturalista
This free bath and body recipe project shows you how to make your very own basic sugar scrub.
What you need
5 Tbs White sugar
2 Tbs Brown sugar
3 Tbs Epsom salt
1 Tbs Sea Salt
1/2 tsp Olive oil
2 Tbs Vegetable glycerin
2 Vitamin E capsules
1 Tbs Essential or fragrance oil
Instructions
1. Add dry ingredients and mix well.
2. Add oil, vitamin E and glycerin.
NOTE – slice Vitamin E capsules and squeeze out the liquid.
3. Mix until wet, and the ingredients stick together.
4. If it’s too crumbly, add a little more glycerin and fragrance.
5. Put in jar or plastic container.
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