DIY Spa Kit
Your Friends Will Thank You For This DIY Spa Trio
Moisturize and replenish your skin with this peppermint-scented spa kit! The trio includes a sugar scrub to gently exfoliate dead skin cells, a whipped body cream to soften dry skin, and a foot soak to relieve sore/tired feet. The products are derived from natural ingredients, making them suitable for even the most sensitive skin types. Package the kits up in cute half-pint jars and you have the perfect gift for anyone who would love a little pampering.
Peppermint Scrub
Ingredients:
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 5-8 drops peppermint essential oil (or whatever scent you like)
- 2 drops red food coloring
- 1 1/2 pint canning jar
Step 1: In a heat safe bowl, microwave coconut oil for approximately 20 seconds, until melted.
Step 2: In a mixing bowl, combine sugar and coconut oil together until thoroughly mixed.
Step 3: Add the food coloring, mixing after each drop. Repeat until you achieve the desired hue.
Step 4: Add essential oils and mix.
Step 5: Pack the scrub into a clean canning jar.
Peppermint Whipped Body Butter
Ingredients:
- 3 ounces pure cocoa butter
- 4 ounces coconut oil
- 4 drops peppermint essential oil
- 2 drops red food coloring
Step 1: Using a double boiler, melt cocoa butter and oil together.
Step 2: Place the mixture into the fridge for five minutes, until cool and opaque.
Step 3: Use a standing mixer to whip the cream until fluffy.
Step 4: Add oil and food coloring. Combine well.
Step 5: Pack mixture into a clean canning jar.
Peppermint Foot Soak
Ingredients:
- 1 cup Epsom salts
- 1/2 cup baking soda
- 1/2 cup sea salt
- 2 drops red food coloring
- 5 drops peppermint essential oil
Step 1: Combine Epsom salts, sea salt, oil, and baking soda.
Step 2: For a crushed peppermint candy look, add 2 drops of red food coloring to the mixture.
Step 3: With a fork, break apart the red clumps until evenly distributed.
Step 4: Pack mixture into a clean canning jar.
For a sweet finishing touch, add a doily to the top of the lid and a bow made from ribbon or baker's twine.