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Moisturize and replenish your skin with this peppermint-scented spa kit! The trio includes a sugar scrub to gently exfoliate dead skin cells, a whipped body cream to soften dry skin, and a foot soak to relieve sore/tired feet. The products are derived from natural ingredients, making them suitable for even the most sensitive skin types . Package the kits up in cute half-pint jars and you have the perfect little DIY gift for anyone who would love a little pampering during the stressful holiday season .
Get the instructions ahead!
Peppermint Scrub
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Ingredients:
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup coconut oil
5-8 drops peppermint essential oil (or whatever scent you like)
2 drops red food coloring
1 1/2 pint canning jar
Step 1 : In a heat safe bowl, microwave coconut oil for approximately 20 seconds, until melted.
Step 2 : In a mixing bowl, combine sugar and coconut oil together until thoroughly mixed.
Step 3 : Add the food coloring, mixing after each drop. Repeat until you achieve the desired hue.
Step 4 : Add essential oils and mix.
Step 5 : Pack the scrub into a clean canning jar.
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Peppermint Whipped Body Butter
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Ingredients:
3 ounces pure cocoa butter
4 ounces coconut oil
4 drops peppermint essential oil
2 drops red food coloring
Step 1 : Using a double boiler, melt cocoa butter and oil together.
Step 2 : Place the mixture into the fridge for five minutes, until cool and opaque.
Step 3 : Use a standing mixer to whip the cream until fluffy.
Step 4 : Add oil and food coloring. Combine well.
Step 5 : Pack mixture into a clean canning jar.
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Peppermint Foot Soak
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Ingredients:
1 cup Epsom salts
1/2 cup baking soda
1/2 cup sea salt
2 drops red food coloring
5 drops peppermint essential oil
Step 1 : Combine Epsom salts, sea salt, oil, and baking soda.
Step 2 : For a crushed peppermint candy look, add 2 drops of red food coloring to the mixture.
Step 3 : With a fork, break apart the red clumps until evenly distributed.
Step 4 : Pack mixture into a clean canning jar.
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For a sweet finishing touch, add a doily to the top of the lid and a bow made from ribbon or baker's twine.
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