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    Nov 12, 2013 by Aimee · Modified: Sep 13, 2021 · This post may contain affiliate links · 63 Comments

    DIY ✰ Gingerbread Scrub

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    DIY ✰ Gingerbread ScrubI love the idea of giving homemade gifts but must confess I am usually quite lazy on this front.

    However, here is one gift idea that I did manage to get around to making (because it’s so quick and easy to make!) A gingerbread body scrub.

    Yes, gingerbread.

    Not only is it very cheap, quick and easy to put together but it also smells incredible and is super good for your skin!

    It is thoroughly recommended that you make or purchase a gingerbread man to eat whilst making this scrub. It will make you very happy.

    DIY ✰ Gingerbread Scrub

     You will need…

    • 500g / 2 cups brown sugar
    • 240ml / 1 cup oil (coconut oil and sweet almond oil are good choices)
    • 2 tbsp ground ginger
    • 2 tbsp mixed spice (or pumpkin pie mix)
    • A jar or container

    Optional extras: Add 1 tbsp vitamin E oil for dry skin

    Instructions:

    1.  Mix all ingredients together in a bowl. If the mixture is too oily, add sugar, if it’s too dry, add more oil. Adjust spice measurements to your liking. Some oils can mask the scent of the ginger and cinnamon, so add more if needed.
    2. Store in an air-tight container or jar and decorate!

    And there you are! A lovely, homemade, healthy gift idea for Christmas :-)

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    Comments

    1. Lucie Hume says

      December 08, 2018 at 9:42 pm

      I gave this recipe a try and it didn’t work at all I’m very disappointed. I used the exact amount of olive oil it states in the recipe but it was so oily so I used more sugar but it was still oily and the smell was awful, I was hoping to smell the delicious spices but all I got was a sickening smell of olive oil. I’ll have to try coconut oil next time, but I ended up using a whole bag of sugar

      Reply
      • Aimee says

        December 09, 2018 at 2:11 pm

        Sorry about that Lucie. I should have made clear that it should be a mild olive oil – I will add that to the notes and apologise that you had to waste ingredients.

        Reply
    2. Daisy says

      December 23, 2016 at 10:58 am

      Hi this sounds like a lovely idea just wondering how many it make with the measurments.

      Reply
    3. Daisy says

      December 23, 2016 at 10:07 am

      Hi this sounds a lovely idea but how many does it make using the measurments.

      Reply
    4. the uncommon pearl says

      December 08, 2015 at 4:02 pm

      Love this deliciously smelling scrub! Thanks Aimee for the inspiration.

      I shared your recipe link today with my blog readers.

      Merry Christmas!

      https://theuncommonpearl.wordpress.com/2015/12/08/pin-it-tried-and-true-tuesday-37-like-christmas-in-a-jar/

      Reply
    5. mlkb says

      December 17, 2014 at 6:17 pm

      hi, I was just wondering – how this be made with white sugar instead of brown?

      Reply
    6. Kristina says

      December 03, 2014 at 5:23 am

      Do you think this could work as a salt scrub with either sea salt or Epsom salts?

      Reply
    7. Silva Bieser says

      November 17, 2014 at 6:10 am

      This scrub smells and feels amazing! I have just made it, adding vitamin E oil as well as cinnamon and nutmeg (couldn’t help myself!) and have just used it as a hand scrub in order to try it immediately. I was able to make 1.5 containers so one will go in the main bathroom and the other for my girls to use. Thanks so much for sharing!!!

      Reply
      • Aimee says

        November 18, 2014 at 1:35 am

        Yay, that’s great! Thanks Silva! I’ve gotta make some more for myself soon, I miss smelling like gingerbread :-)

        Reply
    8. Kay Thompson says

      October 23, 2014 at 9:07 pm

      I’ve just made it and it smells like christmas pud because I got dark brown sugar..I just wanted to check does the oil seperate slightly from the mix?

      Reply
      • Aimee says

        October 24, 2014 at 6:07 pm

        Mm, bet it smells amazing! The oil will only separate after a couple of months or if refrigerated. Mine kept at room temperature for a couple of months without separating :-)

        Reply
    9. Susan says

      December 16, 2013 at 12:14 am

      I just made some of this to give as gifts at work. It was so easy and it smells fantastic. Thank you for the recipe.

      Reply
      • Aimee says

        December 16, 2013 at 11:23 pm

        Thanks Susan – Lovely to hear! Have a great Christmas x

        Reply
    10. Ilana says

      December 14, 2013 at 5:41 am

      How long does it last before it goes off?

      Reply
      • Aimee says

        December 16, 2013 at 11:27 pm

        Hi Ilana, it will last at least 2 months in an air tight container or jar – perhaps even longer (especially if you use the vit E oil) Hope that helps!

        Reply
    11. Julia @ FaveCrafts says

      December 02, 2013 at 3:52 pm

      Hi Aimee,

      What a cute project! I love it so much that I decided to feature it in our roundup of DIY body scrubs! Check it out here: http://www.favecraftsblog.com/diy-body-scrubs/

      Have a great day!

      Reply
      • Aimee says

        December 02, 2013 at 4:05 pm

        lovely, thank you Julia! :-)

        Reply
    12. Kristina says

      December 02, 2013 at 4:53 am

      Hi, I just made this and was wondering if it mattered which brown sugar was used? I mixed one cup each light and dark brown sugar and the smell was not so “gingerbread ” like more molasses. I am going to try again only using light brown sugar. I was just curious if any one had mixed the two or just used one or the other. Thanks

      Reply
      • Aimee says

        December 02, 2013 at 4:10 pm

        Hi Kirstina! Hmmm, I used demerera sugar which is a very coarse sugar and gives a subtle caramel sugar smell but haven’t tested it using other sugars. I would say the coarser the better and avoid anything too strong like molasses. Although I love the smell of molasses too! I hope the second try works out for you, please let me know how you get on :-)

        Reply
        • Kristina says

          December 12, 2013 at 8:13 pm

          Thanks, worked better the second time!

          Reply
          • Aimee says

            December 13, 2013 at 12:23 am

            Yay! :-)

            Reply
    13. Rachel says

      November 25, 2013 at 9:32 pm

      Yum- I bet this is awesome. I can’t wait to try making it. I would also LOVE to link to your project if you didn’t mind.

      Reply
      • Aimee says

        November 26, 2013 at 12:22 am

        Hi Rachel – Of course I won’t mind, that would be so lovely! I hope you get to try it for yourself too :-)

        Reply
    14. Pernilla says

      November 16, 2013 at 9:47 am

      Can I ask you what is in the spice mix? Don’t recognize the pumpkin pie mix. Can it be replaced with something else or what would be the purpose of the mix? I want to make this!

      Reply
      • Aimee says

        November 16, 2013 at 3:42 pm

        Here is what mixed spice is made up of: http://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/181605/mixed-spice perhaps you can find something similar in your supermarket? It’s added to give the scent of gingerbread but if you can’t find any you can just add cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves seperately :-)

        Reply
        • Pernilla says

          November 16, 2013 at 4:55 pm

          Ok, thank you!

          Reply
    15. [email protected] says

      November 15, 2013 at 6:16 pm

      What a cute gingerbread ribbon and adorable DIY jar – homemade & healthy gifts are perfect for the holidays! I’m not too fond of “gingerbread” body products, but I would love to eat them instead – brown sugar, oil, ginger, pumpkin pie mix- sounds like my kinda treat!

      Reply
      • Aimee says

        November 16, 2013 at 3:47 pm

        You know, the olive oil is the only thing that put me off eating the scrub whilst I was making it. But it does smell very tempting! And I’m in love with that gingerbread man ribbon. I’ve already nearly ran out of it.. I’ll have to buy some more!

        Reply
    16. Paula says

      November 15, 2013 at 5:31 pm

      This is a great idea, and it looks quite tasty to eat as well! I can think of some members in my family who would be happy to get this as a christmas gift, including myself : )

      Reply
      • Aimee says

        November 16, 2013 at 8:31 pm

        I’m definitely keeping a jar for myself as well as giving some away :-)

        Reply
    17. Pamela @ Brooklyn Farm Girl says

      November 14, 2013 at 6:56 pm

      I have pretty sensitive skin so I’m always interested in making my own scrubs instead of store bought. I especially love this gingerbread smell!

      Reply
      • Aimee says

        November 15, 2013 at 11:44 am

        Me too, I have to pretty much avoid shop bought scrubs all together now. Still, it’s not hard to make your own :-)

        Reply
    18. Kristi @ Inspiration Kitchen says

      November 14, 2013 at 3:47 am

      I LOVE this idea for homemade holiday gifts. I can almost smell that amazing Gingerbread scrub from here in Seattle. Is it normal to want to eat it, too? Hahaha!

      Reply
      • Aimee says

        November 15, 2013 at 11:43 am

        I felt the same way, the only thing that put me off tasting some was the fact that I used olive oil! But the smell… the smell is SO good :-)

        Reply
    19. Caz says

      November 13, 2013 at 7:52 pm

      What a lovely idea and so easy too. There’s really no excuse not to try it!

      Reply
      • Aimee says

        November 13, 2013 at 8:37 pm

        Exactly! :-)

        Reply
    20. MoonLight @ AWorldInMyOven says

      November 13, 2013 at 5:57 pm

      I’m really not a girl who pays attention to the way she looks, so I never use a body scrub, but anything that includes or looks like food has my attention. And this scrub has me smitten! I LOVE the idea! You are so creative!!! (three exclamation marks means its true) And now I need to show off to the rest of the family ;) I’m gonna be so pretty~

      Reply
      • Aimee says

        November 13, 2013 at 8:38 pm

        You are so lovely, thank you! I have to say though, this scrub is definitely not about making you look better – it’s all about enjoying the gorgeous scent, the way it makes your skin feel and the smugness you feel knowing you made it yourself ;-)

        Reply
    21. holly ; the hobbit kitchen says

      November 13, 2013 at 3:09 pm

      oh this is perfect – i used a gingerbread scrub from the body shop last christmas but i’m not sure if they’re doing it again this year, so i really can’t WAIT to give this a go! it’d be the perfect thing to give as a gift as well. lovely post, aimee!
      the hobbit kitchen x

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      • Aimee says

        November 13, 2013 at 8:40 pm

        Well you’ll be glad to know that this batch makes enough for 2 jars so you can keep one to yourself, Holly!

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        • Dona says

          October 25, 2014 at 12:22 am

          How much does this recipe make? – 8 oz? Need to know what size jars to buy. Thx

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          • Aimee says

            October 25, 2014 at 1:43 pm

            I’m afraid I don’t recall the exact amount… my guess would be 2 x 8 oz jars or 1 x 16 oz jars. Hope it works out :-)

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    22. Monet says

      November 13, 2013 at 5:14 am

      Hello Aimee! What a beautiful blog you have! so glad I found it tonight. Like you, I love the idea of homemade christmas gifts, but it often doesn’t happen. This looks like the perfect place to start!

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      • Aimee says

        November 13, 2013 at 8:41 pm

        Thank you Monet!

        Reply
    23. Marcie says

      November 13, 2013 at 3:45 am

      I love giving homemade gifts, but I especially love receiving them! This scrub must smell so amazing — gingerbread is a scent that I can’t resist!

      Reply
      • Aimee says

        November 13, 2013 at 8:43 pm

        Me too, the scent of gingerbread is just so uplifting for me…

        Reply
    24. Monica says

      November 13, 2013 at 2:59 am

      This is really neat and you made it look so pretty, Aimee! I do try to make a few things to give my neighbors and friends as gifts. I’m starting to plan my to-do list so I don’t get too stressed out! I need one of your Danish butter cookies! : )

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      • Aimee says

        November 13, 2013 at 8:44 pm

        Thank you Monica :-) I think I may have to make another batch of those cookies soon… not only for the taste, but for the sheer joy of using my cookie press again!

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    25. Consuelo @ Honey & Figs says

      November 12, 2013 at 11:16 pm

      I love homemade gifts and I’m definitely trying this. It looks so cute! xx

      Reply
      • Aimee says

        November 13, 2013 at 8:46 pm

        Thanks Consuelo :-) x

        Reply
    26. Aysegul - Ice says

      November 12, 2013 at 10:58 pm

      What a great idea! I bet it smells good too..
      Love the pictures as well.. Very creative and chic.
      Cheers!

      Reply
      • Aimee says

        November 13, 2013 at 8:47 pm

        Thank you lovely!

        Reply
    27. Davida @ The Healthy Maven says

      November 12, 2013 at 10:07 pm

      How about gingerbread chia pudding while making this scrub? The only edible ginger thing I have on hand ;) Such a great idea and beautiful pictures!

      Reply
      • Aimee says

        November 12, 2013 at 10:35 pm

        Absolutely! In fact, I had to edit this post to link to your gingerbread pudding (mainly to remind myself to make it) and because it’s very fitting :-)

        Reply
    28. Natasha says

      November 12, 2013 at 9:49 pm

      The gingerbread ribbon is so adorable! I have a vast collection of ribbons – do we have that in common, too? I don’t have a gingerbread one, though! Homemade gifts are so lovely to receive, and a lot of fun to make as long as it isn’t too rushed. This is perfect because I presume it’ll keep quite well and can be made a little ahead of time?

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      • Aimee says

        November 12, 2013 at 10:39 pm

        From past experience, homemade scrubs tend to last 2-3 months (maybe more if using the vitamin E oil) but to be on the safe side I would tell the recipient to use it within 2 months. And yes, that is another thing we have in common Natasha! I have an ever-growing collection of ribbons but the gingerbread man is definitely my current favourite :-)

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        • Donna Kelly says

          December 18, 2013 at 4:49 am

          My Christmas decoration theme is gingerbread man. I have a handwritten recipe from my Gram which I stitched and framed and that was the start of everything gingerbread. I don’t want to share this because I think I’ll make this for my friends.

          Reply
    29. Tamzin says

      November 12, 2013 at 9:40 pm

      Love this and so Christmasy, roll on the the month of Christmas joy!

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      • Aimee says

        November 12, 2013 at 10:40 pm

        Here here! It’s crazy how excited I am about Christmas now :-)

        Reply
    30. [email protected] 'n' Cookies says

      November 12, 2013 at 6:39 pm

      This is such a fun idea for the holidays! And I love that this can be done quickly if I need a last minute gift. I’m definitely pinning this to try — thanks for the inspiration!

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      • Aimee says

        November 12, 2013 at 10:43 pm

        Yes it is a great last minute idea because it’s all things people tend to already have in their pantry! Glad you like it Jamie :-)

        Reply
    31. [email protected] says

      November 12, 2013 at 6:27 pm

      Oh wow! I bet that smells amazing. Homemade gifts are the best. Love the gingerbread ribbon. Too cute!

      Reply
      • Aimee says

        November 12, 2013 at 10:44 pm

        I got that ribbon a couple of months ago and I’ve been itching to use it ever since! And I cannot tell you how amazing this smells, well… it smells of gingerbread – what more can I say :-)

        Reply

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