Alrighty, are you ready for spa week recipe two? This recipe is for a simple, DIY Sugar Hand Scrub. This hand scrub idea comes from Jill’s Gardner’s Hand Scrub at One Good Thing by Jillee. It only includes two ingredients: sugar and liquid soap! This hand scrub will not only make your hands feel soft and smooth, it can help remove grime from your hands! This would also make a great Christmas gift!
I used 4 ounce jelly jars, granulated sugar and Dial body wash. I chose this body wash because it is blue as well as antibacterial but any body wash or dish soap can be used.
Place 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon granulated sugar in the jar.
Top with about 2 tablespoons of liquid soap.
Slowly mix the sugar and soap together.
The result is a grainy, shimmery mixture.
Attach “hand scrub” labels with craft glue. You can download the free hand scrub printable HERE.
Attach directions using craft glue. You can download the free hand scrub directions printable HERE.
I am not sure how long this will last because this is my first time making it but since the soap I used it antibacterial I think it should last fairly well!
Bethany Rose says
Great idea, and simple. I can’t wait to try this, since my hands are like the Sahara Desert, and I have a hard time finding products that will moisturize. With the number of times a day when hand-washing is required, I’m looking for something simple, effective and something that’s not cost-prohibitive. This is most definitely worth trying!
Sylvia Johnson says
I’m going to make this tomorrow for my first Plant Swap!
The gardeners are going to LOVE it!
Thank you so much!
Sylvia
Tonia says
Awesome! That is a great use for it! ~Tonia
Pamela Cody says
I made this today as a trial run. I made it with the pink Himalayan Dial soap. It came out very light pink so I tried one drop food color..perfect. A nice bright pink. Than I scrubbed my hands with it and the little bit of dye used it does NOT stain your hands. The smell was lovely and not overpowering. Next I am going to make it with a dial creamier soap and see how it come out. I did buy a small pkg of 6 fragrent body essential oils for an added fragrence if needed. These are for my Bunko game gifts for my Spa Bunco.
Cindy says
I have just recently found your blog and love it! I am making many of your goodies for Christmas gifts this year. I love the idea of giving a home spa day to my friends and family! Thanks so much for posting all your DIY ideas and recipes for those of us that would have no idea how to make them.
xox
Tonia says
Awww…thanks so much Cindy! You made my day! I spent my Saturday evening alone doing a foot soak and scrub using some of the items I’ve made and it was blissful. I turned the lights down and lit some pumpkin spice candles. My feet and my hands feel soft and smooth…plus I got to relax while my husband was out with our kids!
Cindy says
My idea of a perfect evening.
Looking forward to more of your posts..:)
Cloey says
I’m that type of person who makes scrub I’ve recently made hand scrub with brown sugar coconut oil vanilla astract and eposary salt makes hands soft and smooth you can check out more profile to see some of my hand scrub boards
Tayah says
How can I make my own labels like those ones because I have a bubble gum flavoured scrub not maple brown sugar and I want to put it in my jar
Tonia says
Here is a link to the blank label. https://drive.google.com/file/d/0Bzzc0kU7BM6FS1hEMC1yTkFWUXM/view?usp=sharing
Mia says
Wow this is such a smart and cute diy! Definitely trying this! Do you think that you could put a drop of food coloring in to change its color? Would that work?
~Mia
Tonia says
Yes, you can put a little food coloring in. You can also substitute a different soap to get a different color. Best of luck! ~Tonia
Patricia says
This is perfect for my daughter’s spa birthday party! Would you by any chance have a printable of the frame only, without the words “hand scrub”? That way I could print “Bella’s Spa” on it. I would so apreciate it!!
Tonia says
Hi Patricia,
Sounds like fun! Tell your daughter Happy Birthday! Here is the link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0Bzzc0kU7BM6FUEExSk5DNUhIWVU/view?usp=sharing
It is only one label so you will have to resize and duplicate it either with a free photo editing program or using your printer settings.
~Tonia
Patricia says
Thank you so much!!! 🙂
laurissa says
does anyone know how long this will keep after you make it, or if it can expire ?
Kate says
How much does this recipe make?
Tonia says
It makes enough for one 4 oz jelly jar.
Lynn Clemons says
I made the mixture, but found that the soap separated from the sugar within a couple days. What’s going on?
Tonia says
I’m not sure what is going on. I would suggest that you try adding more sugar. If it continues to separate, maybe just stir up the mixture a bit before using it. Best of luck!
~Tonia
Cassi says
Tonia, does yours separate when it sits for a day or two?
Tonia says
Yes, I just give it a little stir before I use it.
Marie says
Thank you so much. I am teaching a kids herb fairy class (its a homeschool coop) and I have been looking for a simple recipe using the herbs and I am so thankful for this one!
Tina L. says
I made the hand scrub. My, does it smell great! It’s wonderful for my elbows that get dried out in the sun! I love it. Thank you for this. Also, I love your blog! Looks like fun!
Laura says
Thanks for this great idea! Love the printable!
Jackye says
Where did you purchase the little jars? I’ve been looking everywhere but I cant find any like them, If you could answer this it would be very much appreciated 🙂
Tonia says
Hi Jackye,
They are Ball 4 oz mason jars: http://www.freshpreservingstore.com/ball-4-oz-quilted-crystal-jelly-jars-set-of-12/shop/383220/
I think I bought them at my local grocery store but you can even find them at Walmart: http://www.walmart.com/ip/Ball-4-oz-Quilted-Crystal-Jelly-Jars-12-Pack/17203435 Thanks for stopping by!
~Tonia
Carrie says
you can also use 4oz empty baby food jars and lids 🙂
Tonia says
Very true! It’s been a long time since I’ve bought baby food, but I used to keep the jars to use for other things.
Taylor mcalister says
Did u use hand soap or body wash???
Tonia says
I used body wash but you could use hand soap instead since it is a hand scrub! Thanks for stopping by! ~Tonia
Tina L. says
I used body wash that I got from hotel stays this summer… It worked great!
Deb says
I’m going to try and make this with lavender scented dish soap — maybe it’ll smell more “spa” like. Great teacher gifts — THANK YOU for the great how-to and the printables. I really appreciate it!
Becca says
Hello, I was just wondering since you posted this last year- did it last well? Just wondering when I can make it before Christmas, or if it should be done pretty close to the date. Would appreciate any tips. Love your ideas!
Tonia says
Hi Becca,
The sooner you make it to the date the better it will look. The soap and sugar separate a little as is sits. That being said, it is easy to mix up again when you want to use it so make it when you have time and it will be fine a month from now! Best of luck and thanks for stopping by!
~Tonia
ellenur says
Super nice idea for gift giving! Many thanks for posting!!!
Tonia says
You are very welcome! Thanks for stopping by!
maria @close to home says
I am trying to get the printable and my computer wont let me get there having a spa party this weekend. any way you can send me an attachment? thank you
Tonia says
Hi Maria! Of course I will! I hope you have a wonderful spa party!
Anne @ Domesblissity says
Thats such a pretty colour Tonia. I must look around for that coloured dish soap here in Aus.xx
Stephanie @ henry happened says
Love a good sugar scrub – your hands feel so soft after! This sounds like an awesome party!!
Lyuba @ Will Cook For Smiles says
I really need to crash that spa party of yours 🙂 My hands get dry after a lot of house work and stuff. This would be great!
Jodi S says
oooh they looks so nice and pretty 🙂
Maria Gagliano says
What a super easy idea. Thanks for passing this along
Jennifer @ Delightfully Noted says
I always see all these easy spa recipes and still have yet to make any! Love the little jars and labels that you used for them.
Alicia Seeley says
Looks simple a fun!! May need to try this on my girls night out!!!
Shannah @ Just Us Four says
This is such a neat gift idea! I love how easy it is to make but it looks like it was bought in a really nice store.