Soap Making, Oils and Recipes
I am giving away a brand new copy of Dorm Decor: Remake Your Space with More than 325 Projects by Theresa Gonzalez and Nicole Smith!
To enter, simply leave a comment on this post only letting me know what your favorite bath & body product is to make. Comments must be posted by 9 pm PST, Friday, October 2nd. One entry per person only. Winner will be drawn randomly October 3rd and notified via email, so make sure it’s included in your comment.
See my review of Dorm Decor here.
When your back’s tight, your shoulders are screaming, and even stretching feels like too much effort—sometimes, you just need a little help in a jar.
Enter this soothing DIY Sore Muscle Relief Balm. It’s warming, nourishing, and infused with essential oils known for easing tension and boosting circulation. Whether you’re dealing with post-gardening aches, a long day on your feet, or that stubborn neck kink from sleeping funny (again), this balm is a natural way to say goodbye to muscle misery.
I keep a tin of this on my bedside table and another in the kitchen drawer. It’s a go-to remedy in our house for everything from growing pains to post-walk stiffness—and trust me, with a big dog like Aloo dragging me around, I know sore calves!
Commercial rubs often contain synthetic fragrances, petroleum byproducts, or ingredients that can be too harsh on sensitive skin. When you make your own, you’re in full control—and it doesn’t have to be complicated or time-consuming.
This DIY balm is:
Base Oils & Butters:
Essential Oils Blend:
Note: Always do a patch test before slathering it on.
Bonus tip: Rub a bit onto temples and neck during tension headaches—peppermint works wonders.
Want to make it your own? Here are a few add-ins:
This balm makes a thoughtful gift for:
Pair it with a cozy pair of socks or a DIY rice heat pack for a full self-care bundle.
Making your own sore muscle balm isn’t just about saving money or going natural—it’s about putting a little love and intention into your self-care. This balm smells divine, feels luxurious, and actually works. No mystery ingredients. No overpriced tubes. Just natural, handmade relief whenever you need it.
My favorite bath products to make are bath bombs! They require only a few common ingredients, are infinitely customizable and they are lots of fun to use!
I like to make recycled face scrubbies from old nylon loofahs. That’s a bath and body product right?
Bath bombs! They are so much fun and kids go crazy for them.
Can I be entered if I’ve never made a bath and body product? I’m really interested in making lip balm, but haven’t gotten the supplies yet, so I can’t yet say I’ve made anything. 🙁
Ohhh great book giveaway!
My fave b&b item to make would be lip balm! The variety of “flavors” and organic ingredients rock!
Woot! My favorite bath and body product to make would be face wash. My husband has very oily skin and so we use special herbal remedies to help with acne.
Brown sugar scrub!
Ooh, I always used to make lip balms as a kid! I got a kit for Christmas and since I’ve discovered the world of natural products I’ve been dying to try to make some new balms as gifts.
Does making candles count? I’m a little obsessed with candles, especially in my bathroom!
I’m in college, so I would love to have a copy of this book!
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Oooh, body scrubs. And bath bombs. So fun!
Bath salts. Love ’em.
I think some face scrubs would be fun. Thanks.
I would like to learn to make soap.
Scrubs… even I can do those lol! But would love to try my hand at making some soaps.
I like to make melt & pour soap.
I love making brown sugar or coffee body scrubs! Thanks for the giveaway!
I love making fresh and fruity face cleansers and moisturizers…it’s fun teaching the girls in my dorm all about making handmade body products! 🙂 Thanks!
Definitely lavender & chamomile bath salts! Thank you for entering me in the drawing.
sugar and salt body scrubs are what we make and give for holiday gifts
love some new homemade gift ideas from you
thanks
I want to learn to make bath bombs and lip balm!
I love a sugar scrub for my hands – makes them soooo soft!
I love making goldfish in a bag soap and milk bath salts. Thanks!
My favorite to make is an easy body/foot scrub! My feet always need it!
I also have never made a bath & body product, but I’m very interested in learning to make fun soaps & loofas!
Hi….I like to make candles and scrubs. Great book!
Hey! I would love to be entered, and my favorite product to make is definitely a great exfoliator out of coarse sugar and honey…yummy. 🙂
I loooove making sugar and salt scrubs! & I love them even more when my husband uses them. 🙂
Thanks for the giveaway!
I love making simple scrubs and loofas. And hair towels out of pretty fabric. The book looks gorgeous.
tea tree bath salt – so calming after a rough day!
I’ve never made any bath & body products, but I’m an avid learner!
Body scrubs and bath bombs!
bath bomb with lovely essential oils and rose pedals..
My daughter and I love to make soap. We’ve tried lip balm too. Thanks for the chance to win such a fabulous book.
I love making candles, and crocheting scrubbies from mesh materials. It is awesome to make them multiple colors!
I love making bath scrubbies from yarn,wool, fabric etc…
Bath Salts are easy to make and fun to give as gifts in pretty jars.
I can’t say that I often make bath and body products, but I like a good face mask when I do!
I love to make lavender spray for my pillow and car
I think this counts as a body product… I love making rice bags(heating pads) for gifts. I have made them as eye masks with lavendar in them and they are wonderful! So soothing and relaxing (the eye mask shaped ones are great for sinus headaches, too). Thanks for the chance at your giveaway!
OH I’m so excited about the new book~ I make homemade lip gloss and it’s awesome… watermelon flavor!
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