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    Home » Gift Ideas » Snow Cone Sugar Scrub Recipe

    Snow Cone Sugar Scrub Recipe

    Published: Jun 24, 2014 · Modified: May 6, 2023 by Tonia Larson

    This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy.

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    Snow Cone Sugar Scrub made with coconut oil and sugar is for perfect for summer! It smells like a snow cone and keeps your skin soft and smooth!

    Snow cone sugar scrub.

    Raise your hand if you have fond memories of eating snow cones as a kid…or maybe you still love eating them. My husband used to have a guy that would ride a bike with a cart through his neighborhood, selling snow cones.

    We didn’t have a “snow cone guy,” but we would get snow cones from concession stands and street vendors. I thought it would be fun to make a snow cone sugar scrub for summer with the flavors of snow cone syrup. It smells delicious and makes your skin so soft!

    How To Make Snow Cone Sugar Scrub

    Blue, pink, and green sugar scrub in bowls.

    Step One:

    For each color, mix together three tablespoons of fractionated coconut oil and two teaspoons of sweet almond oil.

    Step Two:

    Add 1/3 cup granulated sugar to each.

    Lorann Oils

    Step Three:

    Add a couple of drops of flavored oil for scent and a drop or two of food coloring to tint the sugar scrub.

    Watermelon oil in the pink sugar scrub, lime oil in the green sugar scrub and raspberry in the blue sugar scrub.

    Rainbow sugar scrub in a mason jar.

    Tilt a small jar (I used Kerr 8 oz jars half pint wide mouth) to the side and spoon in the colored sugar scrub, one layer at a time.

    This scrub makes your legs and feet feel amazingly smooth! Just be careful though, because products containing oil can make the shower/tub slippery!

    Snow Cone Sugar Scrub

    Snow Cone Sugar Scrub Recipe

    Snow Cone Sugar Scrub made with coconut oil and sugar is for perfect for summer! This sugar scrub recipe smells like a snow cone and will help keep your skin soft and smooth.
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    Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Servings: 1 8 oz jar
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    Ingredients

    • 9 tablespoon fractionated coconut oil
    • 6 teaspoon sweet almond oil
    • 1 cup granulated sugar
    • watermelon oil
    • lime oil
    • raspberry oil
    • red, green, and blue food coloring

    Instructions

    • For each color, mix together 3 tablespoons fractionated coconut oil and 2 teaspoons sweet almond oil.
    • Stir 1/3 cup granulated sugar into each color.
    • Add a couple of drops of flavored oil for scent and a drop or two of food coloring to tint the sugar scrub. Watermelon oil in the pink sugar scrub, lime oil in the green sugar scrub and raspberry in the blue sugar scrub.
    • Tilt an 8 oz wide mouth jar to the side and spoon in the colored sugar scrub, one layer at a time.
    Course: gift ideas
    Author: The Gunny Sack

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    About Tonia Larson

    Hi! I’m Tonia, the owner and recipe creator at The Gunny Sack, where I’ve shared easy recipes for busy people for 12+ years! My family-friendly meals, easy side dishes, and delicious desserts include mouthwatering photos, dynamic videos, and step-by-step instructions to help you cook at home.

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    Comments

    1. IRENE says

      October 10, 2016 at 9:45 am

      HI THIS IS SO PRETTY THANK YOU FOR SHARING. I WAS WONDERING WHERE TO BUY THE SPOONS. I WAS HOPING THEY WOULD BE AVAILABE AT THE STORES BUT NO LUCK SO FAR. ALSO I HEARD THESE SCRUBS ARE EXPENSIVE IN STORES, WANTED TO MAKE THESE AND SELL THEM FOR CHRISTMAS IN AN 8 oz. AND 16 oz. MASON JAR. WHAT DO YOU SUGGEST REGARDING PRICE. THIS WOULD BE WITH RIBBON A LABEL AND WOODEN SPOON ATTACHED. THANKS FOR YOUR HELP. IRENE

      Reply
      • Tonia says

        October 10, 2016 at 10:55 am

        Hi Irene,
        The scoop I used came with a jar I purchased from Hobby Lobby. As far as finding them to buy, it would depend on how much you want to spend on each spoon. There are lots of choices on Amazon (here are my affiliate links) like these bamboo spoons http://amzn.to/2dWvrY3 or these wooden spoons http://amzn.to/2d7uOtc
        I’m not sure about the prices. I haven’t tried selling anything like this. First, add up the cost of all the ingredients, jar, spoon, label and ribbon it takes to make one jar of scrub. Then, add to that the amount of money you want to make for each jar. I would suggest looking at Etsy to see what others are selling sugar scrubs for: https://www.etsy.com/search/bath-and-beauty/soaps/bath-salts-and-scrubs?q=sugar+scrub&order=most_relevant&view_type=gallery&ship_to=US&taxo_autoscope=1&ref=taxo_autoscope&original_ref=
        Best of luck!
        ~Tonia

        Reply
      • Marissa says

        May 2, 2017 at 8:52 pm

        If you have a 8oz jar I would charge 3$ Or 4$ and for 16oz 6$ or 7$

        Reply
    2. jessie says

      August 4, 2016 at 4:42 pm

      Can you use this with epson salt instead or will it not be as creamy you think?

      Reply
      • Tonia says

        August 10, 2016 at 12:43 pm

        I’ve never tried this recipe using salt instead of sugar so I’m not sure how it would work out.

        Reply
        • wendy says

          August 18, 2016 at 9:50 am

          i use sea salt it works fine

          Reply
          • Tonia says

            August 20, 2016 at 12:10 am

            Awesome! Thanks for the feedback. I will have to give it a try.

            Reply
      • Marissa says

        May 2, 2017 at 8:53 pm

        Yes you can it may be a little bit less creamy but go for it! Use salt and I’ll try it to

        Reply
    3. Candra Evans says

      July 23, 2016 at 8:09 pm

      This scrub is super cute! This would be so fun to make with kids….or by myself. 🙂

      Reply
      • Angie says

        August 9, 2016 at 5:24 am

        Sorry, this isn’t a reply, I just couldn’t figure out how to add a comment.
        The only thing I have is food couloring, is there any substitutes?

        Reply
        • Tonia says

          August 10, 2016 at 12:42 pm

          I used food coloring to tint my sugar scrub and the oils to add scent to it. 🙂

          Reply
          • Sylvia says

            March 9, 2017 at 12:56 am

            About the food coloring..some people (as in me) are allergic to food coloring and they are unhealthy,if you want to use something natural use Mica Powder..Sold by soap making and supply companies.And Please keep ii Natural.

            Reply
    4. Michelle says

      June 8, 2016 at 7:22 pm

      Hey, instead of sweet almond oil, can I substitute olive oil?

      Reply
      • Tonia says

        June 8, 2016 at 11:44 pm

        Yes, you can. Best of luck! ~Tonia

        Reply
    5. GM says

      May 10, 2016 at 9:04 pm

      Do you need to add almon oil because I don’t have any.

      Reply
      • Tonia says

        May 12, 2016 at 8:44 am

        No you do not have to add it but you could substitute two teaspoons of melted coconut oil if you want. Best of luck!

        Reply
      • Marissa says

        May 2, 2017 at 8:55 pm

        Or you can have olive oil instead it is great for your body too!

        Reply
    6. Lexe says

      April 16, 2016 at 9:59 am

      Hi, is the granulated sugar same as the white sugar? As I’m from Singapore & i’m a teenger and I have never heard of granulated sugar… 😅😅

      Reply
      • Tonia says

        April 16, 2016 at 11:22 pm

        Yes, it is! Best of luck!

        Reply
        • Jordan says

          May 13, 2016 at 2:49 am

          Awesome! I really wanted to make this as a gift, but I didn’t have that sugar, but I have white sugar!
          Thank you for this awesome recipe

          Reply
    7. Mj says

      January 4, 2016 at 6:29 pm

      You used flavors is this the same things that can be used in food or are you really using oils that are used for candles soups and bath products.

      Reply
      • Tonia says

        January 4, 2016 at 8:08 pm

        I used flavored oils that can be used in food.

        Reply
    8. Caitlyn says

      October 8, 2015 at 1:14 pm

      Is there something we can exchange the coconut oil for? I want to make some for my mother but she’s allergic to coconut.

      Reply
      • Wonder says

        December 17, 2015 at 6:12 pm

        yes. olive oil will work, or almond oil. just add an extra tsp-TBS of sugar to correct the consistency.

        Reply
      • Becky says

        April 30, 2016 at 4:55 pm

        Grapeseed oil also is good to use.

        Reply
      • Marissa says

        May 2, 2017 at 8:58 pm

        I honestly do not know sorry!! Hope you find out!!! Good luck!!!!

        Reply
    9. jana says

      July 1, 2015 at 6:11 pm

      Hi there, you can get the jars at Walmart and for those of you that are worried the food coloring will stain your skin. It does not you use so little of it and when it hits the water it doesn’t even show up on your skin. I have been making these for a long time now and never have I had any color on my skin.

      Reply
    10. Bee says

      June 3, 2015 at 7:00 pm

      I am thinking the summer temperatures will soften the coconut oil and the colors will run together, leaving a not very pretty color. I am making over 50 of these and can keep them cool but what happens after the girls get them is out of my control. I will be doing one color per container just to be on the safe side.

      Reply
      • Stephy says

        January 15, 2017 at 8:31 pm

        Whip the solid coconut instead of melting it before you add the sugar to it. Whipping it makes it nice and fluffy and soft and you don’t need to any other oils.

        Reply
    11. Christy says

      May 28, 2015 at 4:42 pm

      whàt kind of food coloring do you use? I don’t want my skin to turn blue.

      Reply
      • Tonia says

        May 28, 2015 at 8:13 pm

        I used the regular food coloring liquid. If you are concerned, you can make scented, but still white, sugar scrub.

        Reply
    12. Heather says

      April 11, 2015 at 2:08 pm

      Love this! Can this be used on the Face?

      Reply
      • Tonia says

        April 11, 2015 at 11:34 pm

        Yes, it can be used on your face, but it depends on your skin. Some people have issues with coconut oil making them break out. Enjoy! ~Tonia

        Reply
    13. Ashley says

      March 30, 2015 at 8:44 pm

      This sounds like a great idea. I was wondering, would you be able to use brown sugar instead of granulated sugar? Please reply.

      Reply
      • Tonia says

        March 30, 2015 at 8:46 pm

        Yes you can but the color of the scrub will be brown instead.

        Reply
    14. Stephanie S says

      February 2, 2015 at 5:10 pm

      If we don’t have almond oil can we use another oil in its place like olive oil?

      Reply
      • Tonia says

        February 2, 2015 at 8:25 pm

        Yes, you can use another oil! Best of luck!

        Reply
    15. cassie says

      January 23, 2015 at 11:36 am

      Can you add body glitter to this recipe?

      Reply
      • Tonia says

        January 23, 2015 at 12:02 pm

        Yes! I think that would be lovely!

        Reply
      • Marissa says

        May 2, 2017 at 9:00 pm

        Yes!! OMG Best idea ever!

        Reply
    16. joey says

      January 22, 2015 at 12:34 pm

      am i missing where it says what color food coloring to use?

      Reply
    17. Barb says

      December 8, 2014 at 5:52 pm

      Where do you get the almond oil and the scented oils?

      Reply
      • Tonia says

        December 8, 2014 at 6:57 pm

        I bought the Now Foods Sweet Almond Oil from Coborn’s (grocery store) and the LorAnn flavored oils from Michaels.

        Reply
        • redastro44 says

          April 18, 2015 at 1:46 am

          I think this would make a great recipe with essencial oils that are so beneficial for you!

          Reply
    18. April S says

      December 5, 2014 at 10:31 pm

      Instead of granulated sugar, do you think I could use ground candy canes for Christmas time? Also is there anything I can substitute for the Almond Oil? Vitamin E oil or Olive Oil perhaps?

      Reply
      • Tonia says

        December 5, 2014 at 11:13 pm

        I’m not sure if that would work. I do have a recipe for peppermint sugar scrub in this post: http://www.thegunnysack.com/2013/11/peppermint-pampering-gifts-in-jars-for-homemade-christmas-gifts.html
        Yes, I think you could substitute either one of those oils. Best of luck!
        ~Tonia

        Reply
      • mahiah says

        December 12, 2014 at 4:56 pm

        i woudnt use canycanes u can buy esstencial or just add olive oil too the groung candycanes 🙂

        Reply
    19. Maddison says

      November 30, 2014 at 3:29 am

      Where did you buy the jars from, or what type of jars are they? Thank (:

      Reply
      • Tonia says

        November 30, 2014 at 8:54 pm

        I used Kerr 8 oz jars Kerr Half-Pint Wide Mouth http://www.freshpreservingstore.com/kerr-half-pint-8-oz-wide-mouth-jars-set-of-12/shop/383255/

        Reply
      • mahiah says

        December 12, 2014 at 4:53 pm

        thier mason jars 🙂

        Reply
    20. Zarmeen says

      November 13, 2014 at 1:36 am

      Any substitutes for the essential oils???

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        May 2, 2017 at 9:02 pm

        You can use any food coloring you would like to!

        Reply
    21. Zarmeen says

      November 13, 2014 at 1:33 am

      Do you need the essential oils?? Please reply! And if u do need them are there any substitutes?? Xox

      Reply
      • Tonia says

        November 13, 2014 at 9:32 am

        Hello Zarmeen,
        The sugar scrub will work great without the oils, but it won’t have a scent. As for a substitute, you could add fragrance oil specifically formulated for bath and body products. Best of luck!
        ~Tonia

        Reply
      • Billie says

        January 29, 2016 at 10:26 am

        you can also use extracts like vanilla, for scents.

        Reply
    22. Lucy says

      September 13, 2014 at 11:15 am

      Hi how much does this recipe make and what food coloring do u use for it

      Reply
      • Tonia says

        September 13, 2014 at 1:38 pm

        It makes enough for one 8 oz mason jar. I used McCormick food coloring.

        Reply
    23. Morgan says

      September 10, 2014 at 10:48 pm

      Does the ingredients above need to be mixed for each scent or just once then seperated to add coloring and scent?

      Reply
      • Tonia says

        September 10, 2014 at 11:16 pm

        Thank you for asking, Morgan! I’ve updated the post to hopefully make it more clear. Yes, you need to mix an equal amount of ingredients for each of the scents.

        Reply
    24. Michelle says

      July 28, 2014 at 11:02 pm

      I’m curious, would using food coloring stain the body where the scrub is placed??

      Reply
      • Tonia says

        July 30, 2014 at 10:03 am

        That hasn’t happened to me, but if you are concerned, you could leave the color out and just enjoy the scent!

        Reply
    25. Alexus says

      July 27, 2014 at 12:10 pm

      How long does this scrub last?

      Reply
      • Tonia says

        July 28, 2014 at 9:07 am

        I would suggest that you use it within a month.

        Reply
    26. Nana Dear says

      July 20, 2014 at 11:32 pm

      I am eager to make this sugar scrub and considering giving these as summer gifts. Where did you get the cute little salt wood spoon?

      Reply
      • Tonia says

        July 20, 2014 at 11:58 pm

        The little wooden spoons came with some jars that I bought from Hobby Lobby. http://shop.hobbylobby.com/products/240ml-clear-glass-jar-with-cork-lid-and-wood-spoon-710798/ I thought about using the jars for the scrub, but with the smaller opening, it would be harder to make the “snow cone” look. They would be perfect for a different sugar scrub though. Enjoy!

        Reply
    27. Jana says

      July 13, 2014 at 11:48 am

      Lovely recipe! I’m wondering, how long does this last? Does it need to be kept in the fridge?

      Reply
      • Tonia says

        July 15, 2014 at 9:41 am

        Hi Jana,
        I would suggest using it within a month, but I’ve found some in my bathroom cabinet that is several months old and it still works fine. It does not need to be kept in the fridge. Enjoy!
        ~Tonia

        Reply
    28. Shae says

      July 7, 2014 at 8:38 pm

      Love this! My mom and I did a lavender sugar scrub as a gift for our book club members. It seemed to be a hit!

      Reply
      • Tonia says

        July 8, 2014 at 11:16 pm

        That sounds lovely! Thanks, Shae!

        Reply
    29. Evie@ Defense Soap says

      July 4, 2014 at 6:23 am

      Great.. For the fellow (or the lady, or the sporty) mixing savory herbs with lemon and salt is a super treat for the skin 😉

      Reply
      • Tonia says

        July 5, 2014 at 9:34 am

        Thanks for the tip, Evie!

        Reply
    30. Jo Worley says

      June 25, 2014 at 8:23 am

      Love this. Be great to make with the kids. As long as they don’t eat it!

      Reply
      • Ella says

        July 13, 2016 at 3:55 pm

        This is so good because I can make it for my sister’s and my mom

        Reply
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