Homemade Body Scrub

This homemade body scrub is just what you need to get rid of dull, dry skin and moisturize. Perfect for dried-out winter skin, sandals season, and everything in between, you can enjoy a mini spa day with this simple, 4-ingredient DIY scrub.

Spoonful of homemade body scrub and a lime nearby. There is a mason jar with lime mint salt scrub behind the spoon. Text overlay reads, "DIY Lime Mint Salt Scrub".

Spring is officially here!

In my neck of the woods, the cold is gone, the daffodils are up, and the trees are starting to bud. Over the next few weeks, everything will become beautifully green, and the sunshine will warm up the air. It’s one of my favorite times of the year!

But between the socks-and-boots season of winter and the hours spent in the garden in the summer, sometimes my skin gets a little bit rough. I need a salt scrub recipe that will help me get rid of dull, dry skin AND ALSO moisturize.

This homemade body scrub is like a little mini spa for your feet. It’s just the thing to revitalize your skin and get you ready for flip-flops!

DIY BODY SCRUB

Use this DIY body scrub to exfoliate dull skin and make way for spring and summer! I love it because:

It’s easy to make.
You get exfoliating AND moisturizing in one homemade scrub.
As you take steps to create a green beauty routine, adding simple recipes like this will keep your bathroom cabinets chemical-free.
And it’s inexpensive!
Your feet will thank you for such a nice treatment! Plus, they will smell amazing. Who doesn’t want better-smelling feet?

HOW TO MAKE BODY SCRUB AT HOME

If you’ve ever wondered how to make body scrub at home, it’s probably easier than you think! There are several types of homemade body scrubs – you can make a homemade sugar scrub recipe, a DIY coffee scrub, or a salt scrub recipe like this one.

Sugar, coffee, and salt are all granular, and they help with exfoliating. We’re using salt scented with lime and mint here, but you can try a different combination if you prefer.

Bowl of Epsom salt, citrus zest from a lime and a measuring spoon with coconut oil on top of a cutting board.

LIME PEPPERMINT SCRUB INGREDIENTS

1 Tbsp coconut oil
½ cup Pure Epsom salt
Citrus Zest from 1 lime (optional)
5-6 drops total of Lime Essential Oil and Peppermint Essential Oil

Glass bowl with homemade salt scrub with a lime essential oil bottle and a peppermint essential oil bottle nearby.

HOMEMADE BODY SCRUB RECIPE INGREDIENTS

The ingredients in the homemade body scrub are beneficial in more than one way:

EPSOM SALT

Also named magnesium sulfate, this coarse salt will exfoliate and help whisk away the dead skin from your feet. It has moisturizing properties to it as well, which can be utilized by using the Lime-Mint Scrub as a soak.

COCONUT OIL

Of the many wonderful benefits, coconut oil is extremely moisturizing and will nourish the skin and nails on your feet, making them very soft. It also has anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties, which can help guard against any such issues.

LIME ESSENTIAL OIL

Like most other citrus oils, lime is purifying and cleansing. It will aid in the health of your skin and nails and clean your feet. Plus, I love how fresh it smells!

PEPPERMINT ESSENTIAL OIL

Invigorating and soothing, peppermint improves circulation in your skin and keeps your feet feeling fresh and ready to go.

Note: I really like Plant Therapy essential oils. You can find their shop here.

LIME ZEST

You will receive some of the benefits of lime essential oil from the zest, but not nearly as concentrated. The zest also helps exfoliate and adds to the beauty of the scrub.

HOW TO MAKE A BODY SCRUB

Step 1: Melt the coconut oil in a saucepan over low heat. You want it to melt but not to be hot.

Step 2: Measure the Epsom salt into a bowl and add the melted coconut oil, lime zest, and essential oils. Mix well until the ingredients are all incorporated.

Step 3: Scoop the homemade body scrub into a glass jar or airtight container. (If I don’t have a spare mason jar, I like to use a recycled jar.)

Step 4: For best results, store in the refrigerator if you use the lime zest.

To use homemade body scrub: Scoop out about a tablespoon of scrub and apply it to wet feet. Scrub in a circular motion to exfoliate and remove the dead skin cells while working in the nourishing oils. Rinse off the excess and dry your feet.

Note: If applying the foot scrub in the shower, use caution as your feet will be slick from the oil.

Overview of glass jar with homemade salt scrub.

HOMEMADE BODY SCRUB RECIPES

There are lots of ways to make homemade body scrubs your own.

MAKE A FOOT SOAK

Use the scrub as a foot soak: Add ¼ cup of your DIY scrub to warm water and soak your feet.

Glass jar with homemade salt scrub with a yarn bow.

CUSTOMIZE THE SCENTS

Use different essential oils. I love the lime and peppermint combination, but drops of your favorite essential oil work as well!

Orange essential oil, lavender essential oil, lemon essential oil, and grapefruit essential oil are nice and fresh scents with their own benefits.

TRY DIFFERENT OILS

Use a different carrier oil than coconut oil. Use your favorite oil like jojoba oil, sweet almond oil, avocado oil, or even olive oil! Add a bit more Epsom salt if your scrub seems too wet.

Fractionated coconut oil works too, but it will be more expensive than virgin coconut oil.

USE A DIFFERENT ABRASIVE

Use a different salt than Epsom salt. Try ground sea salt or pink Himalayan salt.

A homemade coffee scrub smells amazing! Use coarse coffee grounds, but scrub gently to avoid irritating the skin.

A sugar scrub recipe is another option for DIY body scrubs. Brown sugar scrub is gentler than white cane sugar and turbinado sugar is more coarse. If you go this route make sure to rinse well after using this type of homemade scrub to avoid feeling sticky!

Brown sugar scrub recipe in a glass jar.

MIX IN OTHER ADD-INS

In addition to the oils and exfoliant, stir in herbs, honey, citrus zest, lemon juice or oatmeal! This may change the texture, so add more oils as needed for the right consistency for a scrub.

TURN IT INTO A GIFT

Make a huge batch of homemade body scrub and put it into mason jars! It’s the perfect gift for a birthday or holiday.

HOMEMADE SCRUBS FAQS

Can I use this homemade body scrub on my entire body?

Considering the nourishing benefits of this DIY body scrub, you could use it on your hands and body as well. I can imagine it would feel great on your hands after gardening. Follow it up with a healing lotion for extra moisturizing.

When is the best time to use at home body scrubs?

At home body scrubs aren’t only for winter feet; sometimes, wearing sandals all summer will dry your feet out as well. You can continue to use this scrub throughout the sandal season to keep your skin soft and fresh. You can exfoliate with an at home body scrub up to 2 or 3 times a week. More often may irritate your skin.

What skin types work well with this DIY body scrub?

Whether you have sensitive skin, dry skin, or rough patches of skin, this homemade body scrub is the perfect solution!

Smooth, healthy skin awaits! Natural ingredients like Epsom salt, lime zest, coconut oil, and your favorite essential oils unite to create a natural body scrub that scuffs away dead skin, leaving behind skin that feels smooth and supple.