DIY Sea Salt Scrub

There’s something incredibly satisfying about scooping out a homemade body scrub, especially when it’s made with real ingredients you picked out yourself!

This DIY sea salt scrub is one of those quick wins: it comes together in minutes, smells amazing, and leaves your skin ridiculously soft.

I love using this after a long day in the garden or when winter skin needs a little love. You can customize the scent, use any infused oil you have on hand (vanilla is dreamy), and whip it up with just a bowl and a spoon.

Here is my simple homemade dead sea salt scrub recipe, so you can enjoy it too!

Why Sea Salt?

Sea salt is full of naturally occurring minerals like magnesium and calcium. It’s known for:

• Exfoliating: Gently removes dead skin cells for a smooth, fresh glow
  
• Stimulating circulation: Leaves your skin feeling energized and refreshed
  
• Cleansing: Has mild antibacterial properties that help keep pores happy

Pair it with a nourishing oil (like almond or jojoba), and you’ve got yourself a scrub that softens and supports the skin barrier.

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Dead Sea Salt Scrub Recipe

This makes about 1 cup!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup dead sea salt
• ¼ cup infused oil (vanilla, calendula, or lavender are my favorite options)
• 10 drops essential oil (optional, I like 5 drops tea tree and 5 drops lavender)

How To Make Sea Salt Scrub

Add your essential oils to the infused oil and stir to combine.

Lightly grind your sea salt in a food processor or blender (about 5 seconds) to soften the texture.

In a bowl, mix the ground salt with the oil blend until fully combined.

Spoon into a jar with a lid and store in a cool, dry place.

Notes

• Carrier Oil Options: Almond, jojoba, or fractionated coconut oil all work beautifully.
• Scent Ideas: You can use any essential oils you want! I change mine up each time.
• Use Tip: Apply gently in circular motions to damp skin, then rinse. Avoid using on broken or freshly shaved skin. Sea salt is too harsh for your face, so don’t use it there!
• If it is too harsh, add some sugar in as well to help soften it up.
• Shelf Life: A few months, as long as no water gets into the jar. Use a clean, dry spoon to scoop it out.

This makes a sweet homemade gift too, just pair it with a wooden spoon and a ribbon for an easy handmade present.

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Sea Salt Scrub

Yield: 1 Cup

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Active Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

Difficulty: Moderate

Estimated Cost: $5.00

A simple, mineral-rich scrub that gently exfoliates dead skin while nourishing with infused oils. This scrub leaves skin soft, smooth, and refreshed, making it perfect for hands, feet, and full-body use.

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Materials

• 1 cup sea salt
• ¼ cup infused oil
• 10 drops essential oil

Tools

• Mixing bowl
• Spoon or spatula
• Grinder or food processor
• Measuring cups & spoons
• Clean jar with lid

Instructions

1. Add the essential oils to the infused oil and stir well to combine.
2. Grind the sea salt to make it smaller. I did about 5 seconds. 
3. In a bowl, combine the ground salt with the oil mixture and mix until the scrub is evenly coated.

Notes

• Grind the sea salt just slightly for a gentler exfoliation and mix well with the oil to prevent clumping.

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Natural beauty care doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. With a few simple ingredients, sea salt, a good oil, and a drop or two of essential oils, you can make something that feels luxurious and works really well!

Let me know if you make it!