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Sparkling Snow Sugar Scrub

Filed Under: Bath & Body Tutorials, Soaks & Scrubs

Difficulty: Beginner
Time: 30 minutes
Yields: Two 8 oz. Plastic Bail Jars

Made with sugar, shea butter and lots of sparkle, this Sparkling Snow Sugar Scrub leaves skin silky smooth.

It doesn’t snow a lot here in Bellingham, WA. I always get a little excited when does, even with the dicey driving conditions that follow. The snow falling is peaceful and beautiful. And when the sun comes out and shines on the fresh snow, it looks like it’s sparkling. That was the inspiration for this Sparkling Snow Sugar Scrub.

The scrub is perfect for those who prefer a lightweight product. The Foaming Bath Butter is light and fluffy. The sugar exfoliates while shea butter and shea oil moisturize the skin. As you scrub, a fresh and outdoorsy combination of Fresh Snow and Spring Meadow fragrance oils hit your nose. The Snowflake Sparkle Mica and Super Pearly White Mica leave a bit of shimmer on your skin. It’s like a mini Swiss Alps vacation each time you exfoliate!

Because the sugar is a gentle exfoliant, the scrub can be used on both the face and body. Keep in mind the micas do leave a shimmer on the skin, so you may want to leave them out if you’re using the product on your face.

Made with sugar, shea butter and lots of sparkle, this Sparkling Snow Sugar Scrub leaves skin silky smooth.


What You’ll Need:
Two Tall 8 oz. Plastic Bail Jar
14 oz. Foaming Bath Butter
1.5 oz. Shea Butter
1 oz. Shea Oil, Liquid
6 oz. Sugar
5 mL Fresh Snow Fragrance Oil
3 mL Spring Meadow Fragrance Oil
4 tsp. Snowflake Sparkle Mica
1 tsp. Super Pearly White Mica
Optional: Disposable Frosting Bag


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Made with sugar, shea butter and lots of sparkle, this Sparkling Snow Sugar Scrub leaves skin silky smooth.

ONE: In a large mixing bowl, add the Foaming Bath Butter and whip with a handheld mixer until smooth. You can also use a stand mixer if you prefer.

ONETWO: Add the shea butter and shea oil, and use the mixer to whip until the mixture is completely blended.

TWOTHREE: Add the Snowflake Sparkle Mica, Super Pearly White Mica, Fresh Snow Fragrance Oil and Spring Meadow Fragrance Oil. Use the mixer to blend until smooth. Be sure to start on a low speed so the mica does not “poof!” everywhere.

FOURTHREEFOUR: Add sugar to the mixture, and blend until smooth.

FIVEFIVE: Transfer the scrub into the plastic bail jars, or another container. For this scrub, I chose to place the scrub into a frosting bag, and pipe the scrub into the jar for a smoother look. This step is optional, but it really makes the scrub look polished and professional.

SIXSEVENSIX: To help make the scrub “pop,” sprinkle a small amount of the Snowflake Sparkle Mica on top of the scrub. Store the scrub in a dry, cool place.
A note about preservatives: Because the Foaming Bath Butter already contains a preservative, an additional preservative was not used in this recipe. If you would like to add a preservative, a .5% usage rate is recommended so as to not over preserve the product. Read more in the Talk It Out Tuesday: Preservatives post.

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Made with sugar, shea butter and lots of sparkle, this Sparkling Snow Sugar Scrub leaves skin silky smooth.

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Serves: Two 8 oz. Jars

Ingredients
  • Two Tall 8 oz. Plastic Bail Jar
  • 14 oz. Foaming Bath Butter
  • 1.5 oz. Shea Butter
  • 1 oz. Shea Oil, Liquid
  • 6 oz. Sugar
  • 5 mL Fresh Snow Fragrance Oil
  • 3 mL Spring Meadow Fragrance Oil
  • 4 tsp. Snowflake Sparkle Mica
  • 1 tsp. Super Pearly White Mica
  • Optional: Disposable Frosting Bag

Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, add the Foaming Bath Butter and whip with a handheld mixer until smooth. You can also use a stand mixer if you prefer.
  2. Add the shea butter and shea oil, and use the mixer to whip until the mixture is completely blended.
  3. Add the Snowflake Sparkle Mica, Super Pearly White Mica, Fresh Snow Fragrance Oil and Spring Meadow Fragrance Oil. Use the mixer to blend until smooth. Be sure to start on a low speed so the mica does not “poof!” everywhere.
  4. Add sugar to the mixture, and blend until smooth.
  5. Transfer the scrub into the plastic bail jars, or another container. For this scrub, I chose to place the scrub into a frosting bag, and pipe the scrub into the jar for a smoother look. This step is optional, but it really makes the scrub look polished and professional.
  6. To help make the scrub “pop” sprinkle a small amount of the Snowflake Sparkle Mica on top of the scrub. Store the scrub in a dry, cool place.
  7. A note about preservatives: Because the Foaming Bath Butter already contains a preservative, an additional preservative was not used in this recipe. If you would like to add a preservative, a .5% usage rate is recommended so as to not over preserve the product.

 

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47 Comments

  1. Hi there! Could I omit liquid shea and just whip the shea butter in or is it necessary for consistency? Thanks!

  2. Hi there,,just made ur scrub the other day & its wonderful my skin feels nice & soft,,,5 STARS ALL THE WAY.another recipe to add to my collection of S/Q thanks 🙂

  3. Hi, can I use glitter for nail polish to make scrubs or even draft glitter that is very fine? Or is it a must must must to use cosmetic grade glitter? Ty…especially if I just want to sprinkle on top of scrubs?

  6. Id like to adapt this with different scents so that I can make different kinds of scented scrubs with it. How do I figure out my fragrance ratios with other scents? I like to use multiple scents as a blend. I’ve checked the fragrance calculator but it’s still confusing. Any help would be appreciated!

  7. Could the Shea Oil be omitted or substituted for something else like almond oil?

  8. I was wondering how you would label this product with the extra ingredients added to the foaming bath butter? Is there a resource where you can find the amounts of each ingredient in the Stephenson bases?
    Thanks!

  9. I tried this recipe yesterday, but today it seems as if the sugar has dissolved partially. Can I prevent this by adding more sugar in the future?

    • Hi Kim!

      You can definitely add more sugar to this recipe if you like! This recipe is on the more gentle side. If you like a bit more exfoliation, feel free to add more until you get a consistency you like. 🙂

      -Kelsey with Bramble Berry

  10. I’m obsessed with the way this scrub looks. I want to make favors for my sister’s bridal shower. Can you help me figure out how much I will need for 40 4oz jars? I know it says 8oz but I want to do the 4oz. Im worried I won’t order enough. Thanks

    • Hi Robin!

      This would make an amazing bridal shower gift! To find out how much scrub you need to make, multiply 40 (the number of jars) by 4 ounces (the size of the jars). That gives you 160 oz. That’s how much scrub you’ll need to make for 40 jars. 🙂

      -Kelsey with Bramble Berry

  11. I was just wondering with the shea butter and Shea oil added to the whipped butter what is the feeling when used after showering? Is it low lather, heavy film? Just wondering if I should do half shea half mango butter and maybe a less greasy oil. Thanks for the information LOVE this site!!!

  12. Hello, could I make the recipe without the foaming bath butter? What instead could I use?
    Thank you.

  13. I am new to soaping and I have been trying all kinds of new things. This was fun and easy to make, I had a blast. Thanks a million.

    • You are very welcome Rob, so glad you had fun making this scrub! Have fun trying out more handmade goodies. Also, if you’d like to share your creations, we’d love to see them on our Facebook page! 🙂

      -Kelsey with Bramble Berry

      Bramble Berry Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrambleBerry/

  14. Hi I made this snow sparkling sugar scrub today And it turned out perfectly!!!!
    I love this recipe so much I would like to make this as a liquid body wash (perfect for the Christmas season).
    So I just have one question about using bramble berry’s (Fine Iridescent Glitter).
    Would this ( fine Iridescent Glitter) from bramble berry be safe to use?

  15. Hi! I’m trying to get a handle on what kinds of projects certain fragrances will discolor. If I used a vanilla type FO with this, would the scrub darken in color? I’m also making bath bombs, and I don’t know if those will discolor as well with the discoloring FO’s. And in the end, it’s really more about aesthetics than anything else, right? So I could just let it be dark? Thanks!

  17. This looks rather lumpy and not as smooth as I would like. If I melt the Shea butter with the Shea Oil and incorporate it into the whip would it smooth out the mixture?

    • Hi Pam!

      You can melt the shea butter if you like and whip until it returns to room temperature. You may also want to add more shea oil! That oil is liquid at room temperature and will help smooth the mixture out. I would recommend making a small test batch, as we didn’t test melted shea butter in this recipe. 🙂

      -Kelsey with Bramble Berry

    • Thank you Monica! Also, we certainly don’t get a ton of snow here. Can’t say I mind too much. 🙂

      -Kelsey with Bramble Berry

  19. This looks SO very awesome, and I can’t wait to give it a try! I have a question though, if I may. The recipe says “Serves Two 2oz Jars”, but on the order form it adds two 8oz jars. Should the 2oz be 8oz, or should the 8oz be 2oz? LOL

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