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December 20, 2013 By Nicole Harris 51 Comments

Easy Homemade Body Scrub: Vanilla Coconut

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This Homemade Body Scrub is simple to make and inexpensive.  Keep this 3 Ingredient Sugar Scrub Recipe for a great last minute gift idea!  Or make a batch of luxurious Vanilla Coconut Sugar Scrub to pamper yourself with a spa night at home.
fluffy sugar scrub with flecks of vanilla - photo text: vanilla coconut homemade sugar scrub

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Homemade Sugar Body Scrub

I love making Homemade Body Scrubs at home.  It is quick, easy and works just as well as the expensive store bought variety.

Plus, sugar scrubs are perfect for giving as homemade gifts to friends and family.   Fill a jar with your sparkling sugar scrub.  Add a tag and ribbon to complete your fancy homemade gift!
clear glass measuring cup filled with vanilla sugar scrub

Usually when I am making a homemade body scrub, I just stir the ingredients together and call it good.  Feel free to do the quick stir and done method.

This time I decided to try something different.  I whipped the coconut oil then added the sugar and vanilla.  I like how it turned out.  The sugar scrub feels creamier and fluffier than usual.

Of course, you have to use coconut oil in its solid form to whip it and keep the sugar scrub in a cool place.  Otherwise the coconut oil will melt.

No worries though, if it melts the scrub will work just as well.

whisk with whipped coconut oil over metal bowl

Use your whisk attachment on your mixer and whip 1/2 cup solid coconut oil for about 10 minutes.  Stop to scrape down the sides after 5 minutes.

Add 1 cup white sugar and the seeds from 1 vanilla pod.  Mix for another 1-2 minutes.  Transfer to an air tight container until ready for use.

vanilla beans and pods next to small white handle knife

To prep the vanilla, split the pod lengthwise and scrape all of the tiny black seeds out with the tip of your knife.

Don’t Discard The Pod!  Check out more in depth instructions on prepping a vanilla pod and What To Do With A Vanilla Pod at theKitchn.

I gently heated my leftover pod with some milk and sugar for a homemade vanilla coffee creamer.

clear glass measuring cup filled with sugar scrub

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clear glass measuring cup filled with sugar scrub

Vanilla Coconut Sugar Scrub

Yield: 1
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes

This Homemade Body Scrub is simple to make and inexpensive.  Keep this 3 Ingredient Sugar Scrub Recipe for a great last minute gift idea!  Or make a batch of luxurious Vanilla Coconut Sugar Scrub to pamper yourself with a spa night at home.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 Cup Solid Coconut Oil*
  • 1 Cup White Sugar
  • Seeds From 1 Vanilla Bean Pods, or more for extra vanilla aroma

Instructions

  1. Use your whisk attachment on your mixer and whip 1/2 cup solid coconut oil for about 10 minutes. Stop to scrape down the sides after 5 minutes.
  2. Add 1 cup white sugar and the seeds from 1 vanilla pod. Mix for another 1-2 minutes. Transfer to a Jar until ready for use.

Notes

*Unrefined Coconut Oil is less processed and has a great natural coconut aroma. The scrub will have a coconut and vanilla scent.
Refined Coconut Oil will work just fine but will not add the coconut scent. The scrub will have a plain vanilla scent.

© Nicole Harris
Cuisine: American / Category: Naturals
measuring cup filled with white sugar scrub with small black flecks

More Homemade Gift Ideas:

Lavender Sugar Homemade Body Scrub

Coconut Salt Scrub

Homemade Gingerbread Spice Mix

 

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  1. Melissa Hadfield says

    January 3, 2014 at

    Oooohhh…this looks heavenly! I’m going to have to give it a try!! Thanks for joining us on our Be.You.tiful linky party!

    Reply
    • Nicole Harris says

      January 5, 2014 at

      Thanks Melissa!

      Reply
  2. Dani Krum says

    January 5, 2014 at

    I absolutely love this! How fun!? I am going to make this and give it as birthday presents to my friends! Thanks so mud for linking up!!
    XO
    dani

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    • Nicole Harris says

      January 7, 2014 at

      Thanks Dani! I hope everyone enjoys 😀

      Reply
  3. Brittany Garza says

    January 20, 2014 at

    I made this and must say this is the best scrub I have tried. I have made other scrubs like this but nothing beats how fluffy the finished product is. Usually the homemade scrubs are an oily mess or hard as a brick and you can’t scoop it out. Thanks for the recipe.

    Reply
    • Nicole Harris says

      January 21, 2014 at

      So glad you like it, Brittany!

      Reply
    • Jen says

      December 19, 2014 at

      I just made sugar and salt scrubs using coconut oil and noticed that they are VERY hard. (Wished I’d seen this recipe first!) I’m assuming that it’s just the whipping it that fixes this problem. I will try it next time. In the meantime, I am wondering if you’ve found that the hard version is still usable with scooping with a spoon or heating it up before using. (Just gave a bunch for gifts and am hoping to be able to pass along a fix for those I gave it to!) Thanks!

      Reply
      • Nicole Harris says

        December 20, 2014 at

        Even whipped the coconut oil will get solid when cold. I keep my coconut oil scrubs in glass jars and just run the jar under hot water to warm it before use. That will work. Or next time you make a scrub you can sub half of the coconut oil for a liquid oil such as grapeseed oil.

        Reply
  4. Nikki says

    February 28, 2014 at

    Can I use brown sugar insted of white sugar?

    Reply
    • Nicole Harris says

      March 1, 2014 at

      Hi Nikki! I haven’t tried brown sugar yet. But I have seen many recipe around the web that do use brown sugar. So I assume it will work just fine 🙂

      Reply
  5. Cory says

    March 11, 2014 at

    Hello!

    Going to give this a try this weekend. How much does this recipe make? We are making them as favors for a shower 🙂

    Tks!

    Cory

    Reply
    • Nicole Harris says

      March 11, 2014 at

      Hi Cory! This recipe makes 1½-1¾ cups of sugar scrub. {depending how fluffy you get the coconut oil}. And just a reminder that the scrub does need to be stored in a cool area. I wouldn’t want your favors to get all melty. Have a great weekend 😀

      Reply
  6. Katherine says

    April 10, 2014 at

    lovely. Once made, how long does the scrub stay good for?

    Reply
    • Nicole Harris says

      April 11, 2014 at

      Thanks Katherine! The scrubs last a long time. I’m still using a batch that I made about 6 months ago and it works just as well as the first day.

      Reply
  7. ashley says

    April 23, 2014 at

    Was wondering if there was a shelf life to this if I give it as a gift I don’t want it to spoil

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    • Nicole Harris says

      April 23, 2014 at

      Hi Ashley! I am still using a batch from 6 months ago. I’ve never had a batch of scrub go bad yet. So, I’d say the scrub will stay good for 6 months (at least)!

      Reply
  8. The best antibacterial body soap says

    May 2, 2014 at

    All natural, organic, handmade soaps are the best alternative for healthy body and skin. Thanks for the recipe..

    Reply
  9. Helene says

    May 27, 2014 at

    Just made this! Now I just have to remember to use it in the shower, and not to just eat it instead 😉

    Reply
    • Nicole Harris says

      May 28, 2014 at

      Haha, it does smell good enough to eat. And, I guess you could if you wanted to 😉

      Reply
  10. Robin Y says

    May 30, 2014 at

    I love this scrub! ~~ and I’ve made it for several friends and they enjoy it also! I’m now looking for an easy melt and pour soap recipe to make with a glycerin base.

    Thanks for all the lovely ideas – I like opening up my email and reading another great idea or recipe you’ve posted

    Reply
    • Nicole Harris says

      May 31, 2014 at

      Thanks so much, Robin! I just love getting comments like this. Good luck with the soap. I haven’t been brave enough to try making my own soap yet. I appreciate your kind words 🙂

      Reply
  11. Erinn says

    July 6, 2014 at

    I love your site and have really enjoyed this recipe, but there is an Etsy listing that seems to be using your photo. It might just be my mistake but i figured your work should stay yours. Check it out…

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    • Nicole Harris says

      July 8, 2014 at

      Thanks for the heads up, Erinn! I’m glad you enjoyed this recipe 😀

      Reply
  12. Amber says

    September 13, 2014 at

    Hi!

    I just recently started looking into making scrubs as hobby but I’m stuck when it comes to trying to find the best (yet pocket friendly) ingredients.
    Your recipe looks amazing & I really want to try it out.

    What coconut oil brand did you use, if you don’t mind me asking?

    Reply
    • Nicole Harris says

      September 15, 2014 at

      I use the Trader Joe’s brand. It is budget friendly and smells great!

      Reply
  13. Brandy says

    September 22, 2014 at

    Where do you get the vanilla pods?

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    • Nicole Harris says

      September 26, 2014 at

      I buy my vanilla beans at Trader Joes. But, you can find them at most grocery stores in the spice area.

      Reply
    • Nicole Harris says

      September 26, 2014 at

      I buy my vanilla beans at Trader Joes. But you can find them at most grocery stores in the spice area.

      Reply
  14. Francis says

    November 2, 2014 at

    Definitely going to try.
    Could you add essential oils to the coconut scrub?

    Reply
    • Nicole Harris says

      November 4, 2014 at

      Hi Francis! Yes, just make sure the oils are safe to use on skin or (cosmetic grade).

      Reply
  15. Gayle says

    November 9, 2014 at

    Hi this sounds lovely. Just wondering if it would still work using some vanilla extract instead of vanilla pod seeds?

    Reply
    • Nicole Harris says

      November 11, 2014 at

      That may work. But, I have never tried. So I can’t say for sure.

      Reply
    • Dani says

      January 26, 2015 at

      I just made this today and used vanilla extract in place of the beans – mainly because I’m lazy and didn’t want to go to the store. I added 1/4 tsp to the oil while I was whipping it and it seems to be working ok. Hope this helps.

      Reply
  16. frances says

    November 26, 2014 at

    This looks wonderful.. How long does it keep for?

    Reply
    • Nicole Harris says

      November 26, 2014 at

      This will keep for at least 6 months. As long as it is kept in a clean airtight container.

      Reply
  17. Trudie Guest says

    January 5, 2015 at

    Wow I love this site. I love everything coconut. Coconut is so heal7ng to the body. I drink coconut milk and water everyday and I never have dairy. It has helped me to loose so much weight. Happy………

    Reply
  18. Joni Glaze says

    January 18, 2015 at

    Awesome recipes, I can’t wait to try. I am studying to be a massage therapist and I bet my clients will love it! I collect Fire King glassware…. Do you realize how rare that three cornered measuring cup is? Beautiful.

    Reply
    • Nicole Harris says

      January 21, 2015 at

      I had no idea. Thanks for the heads up 🙂

      Reply
  19. Trinity Venard says

    May 9, 2015 at

    Hi! I want to make this for Mother’s Day gifts and I was wondering if I could substitute vanilla seeds for vanilla extract? Will it work just as well?

    Reply
    • Nicole Harris says

      May 10, 2015 at

      I think a little splash of extract could work. You will not be able to use too much because the sugar will dissolve in a liquid. And I can’t say how that would affect the shelf-life either.

      Reply
  20. alysha barrie says

    November 25, 2015 at

    I plan on making this scrub for christmas gifts. I notice you say these have to be stored in a cool area… should i tell everyone i gift these to keep it in the fridge ? or where is an appropriate place?

    Reply
    • Nicole Harris says

      November 25, 2015 at

      The coconut oil would get too firm in the fridge. I just recommend not storing it next to the heater vent is all.

      Reply
  21. Shahira says

    January 31, 2016 at

    hello, I’m from Malaysia, can I used liquid coconut oil because its hard to find the solid coconut oil here.. and what will be the result and how long can I kept this ?

    Reply
    • Nicole Harris says

      February 1, 2016 at

      Coconut oil in its liquid form will work too. I have kept my scrub for 6 months and beyond. I think it will last a long time if kept in a clean airtight container.

      Reply
      • Shahira says

        February 13, 2016 at

        thank you so much 🙂

        Reply
  22. Beverly says

    February 13, 2016 at

    I melted some coconut oil and added sugar. I poured the mixture into a container and let sit. I did not cover it. Now it is rock solid. Can you tell me what I did incorrect?

    Reply
    • Nicole Harris says

      February 16, 2016 at

      Coconut oil will become solid when cold and liquid when warm. If stored in a warm place it should remain more liquidy. Or, you can run the jar under hot water for a minute to loosen it up before use.

      Reply
  23. chris h says

    March 13, 2016 at

    How long does the “fluffiness” last once it is in the jar? Does it return to a more solid form?

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    • Nicole Harris says

      March 15, 2016 at

      Hi Chris! Due to coconut oil changing from liquid to solid this scrub will change due to hot or cold temps. If you have an area that stays at a mild temperature that would be the place to store this scrub. Or, check out this scrub recipe that uses grape seed oil as well: https://wonkywonderful.com/lavender-sugar-homemade-body-scrub-recipe/

      Reply
  24. Theraisa K says

    January 18, 2017 at

    Where’s the best place to get vanilla bean pods?

    Reply
    • Nicole Harris says

      January 20, 2017 at

      I get my vanilla pods online from Rodelle. But, you can definitely find them in the gourmet sections of grocery stores or at places like World Market 🙂

      Reply

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