DIY Hibiscus Body Scrub
This DIY Hibiscus Body Scrub blends the beauty of the flower with the power of plant-based exfoliation for a truly skin-loving ritual.
I love hibiscus flowers. They remind me of my time living in Hawaii. They are so vibrant and beautiful, I was amazed when I found out how amazing they are for your skin and health!
So I have been busy making all the things with hibiscus! I made a easy soap, bath bomb, cleansing grains, and now onto a sugar scrub.
This recipe is SO easy to make and feels wonderful on my skin, so I had to share it with you! Here is my simple homemade hibiscus body scrub recipe.
Why Hibiscus?
Hibiscus isn’t just a pretty flower, it’s a powerhouse in herbal skincare. Often called the “Botox plant,” hibiscus is rich in skin-loving compounds that gently exfoliate, hydrate, and support healthy aging.
- Natural Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs): Hibiscus contains gentle AHAs that help exfoliate the top layer of dead skin cells, revealing brighter, smoother skin underneath.
- Antioxidants + Vitamin C: The deep red pigment in hibiscus comes from anthocyanins, powerful antioxidants that help protect the skin from oxidative stress and support collagen production.
- Hydration Support: Hibiscus is known for its mucilage content, those naturally occurring plant gels that help lock in moisture and soothe dry, irritated skin.
- Skin Firming: Thanks to its astringent nature, hibiscus can help tone and tighten the skin, making it a lovely ingredient for mature or tired-looking skin.
I LOVE how clean and fresh my skin looks and feels after using hibiscus, and you will too!
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DIY Hibiscus Body Scrub
This recipe made around 12 ounces for me! Here is how to make it:
Ingredients
- Hibiscus flowers
- Carrier oil (I used avocado oil)
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ cup infused hibiscus oil
- 15 drops essential oils (I like geranium for a floral smell)
- ¼ cup hibiscus powder (or just grind the flowers yourself like I did!)
- Jar
Instructions
Infuse the Oil: Add dried hibiscus flowers to a clean glass jar until it’s about ¾ full. Cover completely with your carrier oil and seal with a lid. Let it infuse for 2–4 weeks, shaking gently every few days. Once ready, strain through a fine mesh or cheesecloth.
Mix the Base: Stir your essential oils into ½ cup of the infused hibiscus oil.
Create the Scrub: In a separate bowl, mix the sugar with the infused oil mixture until fully combined.
Add the Powder: Gently fold in the hibiscus powder, which adds extra exfoliation and a beautiful color.
Package It Up: Spoon the scrub into clean jars and store in a cool, dry place.
Notes
- Essential Oils: These are optional, but calming florals like lavender, rose, or geranium complement hibiscus beautifully. My favorite is a rose geranium essential oil.
- Carrier Oils: Olive oil creates a rich, nourishing scrub, but feel free to use lighter oils if preferred. I prefer avocado oil actually!
- Hibiscus Powder: You can make your own by grinding dried hibiscus in a spice grinder. The finer the powder, the smoother the scrub. I used the end of the jar of my hibiscus flowers and grinded it up a bit.
Hibiscus Body Scrub
Materials
- Hibiscus flowers
- Carrier oil (I used avocado oil)
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ cup infused hibiscus oil
- 15 drops essential oils (I like geranium for a floral smell)
- ¼ cup hibiscus powder
- Jar
Instructions
- Infuse the Oil: Add dried hibiscus flowers to a clean glass jar until it’s about ¾ full. Cover completely with your carrier oil and seal with a lid. Let it infuse for 2–4 weeks, shaking gently every few days. Once ready, strain through a fine mesh or cheesecloth.
- Mix the Base: Stir your essential oils into ½ cup of the infused hibiscus oil.
- Create the Scrub: In a separate bowl, mix the sugar with the infused oil mixture until fully combined.
- Add the Powder: Gently fold in the hibiscus powder, which adds extra exfoliation and a beautiful color.
- Package It Up: Spoon the scrub into clean jars and store in a cool, dry place.
Notes
- Essential Oils: These are optional, but calming florals like lavender, rose, or geranium complement hibiscus beautifully. My favorite is a rose geranium essential oil.
- Carrier Oils: Olive oil creates a rich, nourishing scrub, but feel free to use lighter oils if preferred. I prefer avocado oil actually!
- Hibiscus Powder: You can make your own by grinding dried hibiscus in a spice grinder. The finer the powder, the smoother the scrub. I used the end of the jar of my hibiscus flowers and grinded it up a bit.
Final Thoughts
You can easily make this up yourself and give as homemade gifts for the holidays.
Use it 2 to 3 times a week for glowing skin!
I hope you enjoyed this recipe.
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