The Creamsicle Sugar Scrub Bars Recipe is fun, bright and smells like summer. These bars look cute and feel soft on skin.
You can use them in the bath or shower. The Creamsicle Sugar Scrub Bars Recipe is also great for gifts. Friends love handmade body treats.
You will enjoy the sweet orange and vanilla scent. This Creamsicle Sugar Scrub Bars Recipe is easy, relaxing and very beginner-friendly.
My Experience With This Recipe
I love simple DIY beauty ideas at home. This one made me smile right away. The scent took me back to orange ice cream from my childhood. My skin felt soft and smooth after using the bar.
The best part was how quick the recipe was. No stress. No hard steps. Just mix, melt, pour and enjoy. I now keep a batch in my bathroom always.
Recipe Card info
- Recipe Name: Creamsicle Sugar Scrub Bars Recipe
- Servings: 10 bars
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 25 mins
- Course: DIY beauty, body scrub
- Cuisine: American inspired
Equipment List
- Heat-safe bowl
- Microwave or double boiler
- Silicone soap mold
- Spoon or spatula
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Small mixing bowl
- Dropper for essential oils
Ingredients You Need for Creamsicle Sugar Scrub Bars Recipe
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 cup melt-and-pour soap base
- 4 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 tsp vitamin E oil
- 12 drops sweet orange essential oil
- 6 drops vanilla fragrance oil
- A few drops orange soap colorant (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the mold
Place clean silicone molds on a flat tray. Keep them near your working space to avoid spills or mess while pouring later. - Melt the soap base
Cut the melt-and-pour soap base into small cubes. Heat in a microwave in short bursts until smooth and fully liquid without lumps. - Add coconut oil
Stir in melted coconut oil gently. Mix well so the oils blend with the warm soap base and stay evenly combined for smooth bars. - Add vitamin E oil
Drop vitamin E oil into the bowl. Stir again. This oil helps skin feel soft and cared for after gentle exfoliation during showers. - Add orange fragrance
Add sweet orange essential oil to the warm mixture. Stir slowly. The smell becomes bright, fresh, happy and just like creamy orange popsicles. - Add vanilla fragrance
Add the vanilla fragrance oil. Stir well. Now the scent is creamy and sweet. It smells like soft ice cream with orange. - Add color
Add a few drops of orange colorant if you want. Stir gently to get a light creamsicle shade that looks soft and playful. - Add sugar
Pour sugar into the bowl slowly. Stir carefully so the sugar spreads evenly. This sugar is the gentle scrub part for smooth skin. - Fill the molds
Pour the thick scrub mix into silicone molds. Tap the tray lightly. This helps remove bubbles and makes smooth bar tops. - Let the bars set
Leave the molds at room temperature to harden. This may take some hours. Do not move the molds too much during setting. - Remove the bars
Once firm, press gently and pop bars out. They should feel solid but slightly soft from oils and sugar crystals inside. - Store the bars
Place bars in airtight containers. Keep them cool and dry. They are now ready for use or sweet handmade gift giving.
Recipe Tips
- Do a patch test if you have sensitive skin
- Keep water away from storage containers
- Add more sugar for stronger scrub texture
- Add more oil for softer bars
- Use silicone molds for easy removal
- Let kids help with supervision only
- Do not eat these bars
Nutrition Information
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | Not applicable |
| Fat | Not applicable |
| Carbohydrates | Not applicable |
| Protein | Not applicable |
Serving Suggestions
Use one bar during a warm shower. Rub gently on wet skin in circles. The sugar will exfoliate while oils soften the skin. Rinse with warm water when done.
The scent feels bright and uplifting. These bars also make lovely spa-style gifts for birthdays, bridesmaids or self-care baskets.
Best Sides To Serve With
Since this is a body product, there are no food sides. But you can pair it with other DIY treats like bath bombs, body butter or lip scrub. Together they make a lovely self-care set for you or someone special.
Storage and Reheating Tips
Keep the bars in a cool and dry place. Avoid direct sunlight because fragrance can fade. If a bar softens in heat, place it in the fridge briefly.
Do not reheat often because sugar may melt. Always store in airtight containers to protect the scent.
Creamsicle Sugar Scrub Bars Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 cup melt-and-pour soap base
- 4 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 tsp vitamin E oil
- 12 drops sweet orange essential oil
- 6 drops vanilla fragrance oil
- A few drops orange soap colorant optional
Instructions
Prepare the mold
- Place clean silicone molds on a flat tray. Keep them near your working space to avoid spills or mess while pouring later.
Melt the soap base
- Cut the melt-and-pour soap base into small cubes. Heat in a microwave in short bursts until smooth and fully liquid without lumps.
Add coconut oil
- Stir in melted coconut oil gently. Mix well so the oils blend with the warm soap base and stay evenly combined for smooth bars.
Add vitamin E oil
- Drop vitamin E oil into the bowl. Stir again. This oil helps skin feel soft and cared for after gentle exfoliation during showers.
Add orange fragrance
- Add sweet orange essential oil to the warm mixture. Stir slowly. The smell becomes bright, fresh, happy and just like creamy orange popsicles.
Add vanilla fragrance
- Add the vanilla fragrance oil. Stir well. Now the scent is creamy and sweet. It smells like soft ice cream with orange.
Add color
- Add a few drops of orange colorant if you want. Stir gently to get a light creamsicle shade that looks soft and playful.
Add sugar
- Pour sugar into the bowl slowly. Stir carefully so the sugar spreads evenly. This sugar is the gentle scrub part for smooth skin.
Fill the molds
- Pour the thick scrub mix into silicone molds. Tap the tray lightly. This helps remove bubbles and makes smooth bar tops.
Let the bars set
- Leave the molds at room temperature to harden. This may take some hours. Do not move the molds too much during setting.
Remove the bars
- Once firm, press gently and pop bars out. They should feel solid but slightly soft from oils and sugar crystals inside.
Store the bars
- Place bars in airtight containers. Keep them cool and dry. They are now ready for use or sweet handmade gift giving.
Notes
- Do a patch test if you have sensitive skin
- Keep water away from storage containers
- Add more sugar for stronger scrub texture
- Add more oil for softer bars
- Use silicone molds for easy removal
- Let kids help with supervision only
- Do not eat these bars
FAQs about Creamsicle Sugar Scrub Bars Recipe
Can I use brown sugar instead of white sugar?
Yes, you can use brown sugar. It is softer on skin. The color will change, but the Creamsicle Sugar Scrub Bars Recipe still works nicely and smells amazing.
How long do these bars last?
These bars usually last two to three months if stored well. Keep them dry and covered. Water shortens shelf life and increases mess or melting.
Can I skip essential oils?
Yes, you can skip them. The bars will still scrub and clean skin. They just will not have the sweet creamsicle scent many people enjoy so much.
Are these safe for kids?
They are gentle, but always supervise use. Avoid eyes and mouth. Teach kids that scrub bars are not candy, even if they smell like treats.
Conclusion
The Creamsicle Sugar Scrub Bars Recipe is simple, fun and joyful. It brings sweet summer scent into your daily routine. Making these bars at home feels creative and relaxing.
You now know how to make Creamsicle Sugar Scrub Bars and how to use them. Try it once and you will want more. Enjoy soft skin, lovely fragrance and the happiness of homemade care.
Sara Collins is a food blogger at TastyDive. She shares simple and family-friendly recipes made with everyday ingredients. Her mission is to help home cooks enjoy tasty meals without stress.
