DIY Whipped Foaming Sugar Soap
This whipped foaming sugar soap is a rich and luxurious body scrub. A cross between a silky bath butter and a classic sugar scrub, this recipe will exfoliate, cleanse, and moisturize. Try three different color and scent options!
Servings: 3 small jars
Equipment
- Stand mixer optional - you can whip by hand
- 4 oz storage jars see notes*
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 454 g (16 oz / 1 lb) Crystal OPC Foaming Bath Butter Base
- 20 g (0.7 oz) grapeseed oil (0.7 oz per lb of base)
- 70 g (2.5 oz) fine white sugar (sugar is optional but helps with scrubbing texture; reduce or omit entirely if preferred)
Color 1 — Lavender
Color 2 — Pink/Rose
- ⅛ tsp pink or rose mica powder
- 5 g (0.17 oz) rose geranium or ylang ylang essential oil
Color 3 — Rosemary Green
- ⅛ tsp green mica powder
- 5 g (0.17 oz) rosemary
Instructions
- Scoop the soap base into the bowl of a stand mixer, or a large mixing bowl if mixing by hand.
- Mix with the paddle attachment or hand mixer until the base starts to lighten and fluff up.
- Add your grapeseed oil and sugar, then continue to whip for about 3–4 minutes, or until well combined and the mixture is fluffy and smooth.
- Divide the whipped base evenly into 3 separate bowls.
- To each bowl, add the corresponding mica powder and essential oil. Start with ⅛ tsp mica and add more a tiny pinch at a time until you reach your desired color depth. Mix each portion well by hand or with a spatula until the color and scent are fully incorporated.
- Transfer to individual airtight containers.
- Allow to set at room temperature for 24 hours before sealing lids.
Notes
- Essential oils are used at approximately 1% of total batch weight here, which is within the safe wash-off product range. Do not exceed 3% total essential oil in any wash-off product.
- Always verify that your chosen essential oils are safe for skin use before adding them to any product, especially if you have sensitivities or allergies.
- Mica powders are skin-safe and mix smoothly into this base — start with less than you think you need, as the color deepens as it sets. I use Mad Micas as they use ethically sourced mica powders.
- *I used wheat straw double-wall jars from Bulk Apothecary for packaging, infused with 30% straw. They have a beautiful natural tan/earthy look that's perfect for gifting and are a great eco-friendly option.
- Store finished jars in a cool, dry place away from direct heat.