Today I wanted to start off our hand repair kit with a hand scrub. With my hands being so dry, I really need to exfoliate the dead skin so that a moisturizer is more effective in hydrating and protecting the skin. Come join me for this quick and easy hand scrub!
I added Polysorbate 80 to this scrub to make it easier to wash it off and avoid a major hassle in the clean up.
I often use granulated sugar in scrubs, but if you feel it is a little too aggressive for your hands, I recommend that you put the sugar into a food processor and make it a little finer. Think more like a baker’s sugar, but without the expense. 😉
As a last tribute to summer, I wanted to use our Lemon Zinger Fragrance Oil. It is fresh, tart, and sweet. Of course, the beauty of making your own products is that you can choose any fragrance you would like. Due to the fact it is almost the New Year and we are gearing up for the winter to fully settle, what fragrances would you choose?
SUPPLIES
IngredientsSugar |
Equipment |
RECIPE
Percentages
65% Sugar
24% Sunflower Oil
1% Lemon Zinger Fragrance Oil
2% Polysorbate 80
7% Sweet Almond Oil
1% Liquapar
100 Grams75 grams Sugar |
12 Ounces7.8 oz Sugar |
INSTRUCTIONS
Measure everything into a container. Mix well. Scoop into containers. Seal, label and enjoy!
Finished Scrub
Mixing Scrub
Mixed Scrub
Wow! I’m going to try this. My first thought was to find a fragrance like the new Balsam Pine candle I just got. But I coiuldn’t find anything like it in the catalog. So I’m going to try the new Spiced Fig sample that I got with my last order.
I do have question – can I substitute Polysorbate 20 for the Polysorbate 80? From the catalog description, it sounds like it should be fine.
Margaret,
Maybe our Christmas Tree would be close to the Balsam Pine candle?
You can substitute the polysorbates easily! Have fun!
I love Lemon Zinger — so fresh and fun 🙂 May I ask a couple of questions please? 1) If we are avoiding petroleum products do you have a suggestion to substitute Polysorbate? I have not heard of Liquapar before, can you please tell me what it is and what it is used for ?
Thank you Taylor!
Our polysorbates are not petroleum products. They are derived from either Olive or Coconut Oil. You can use any desired emulsifier of your choice.
Liquapar is a preservative primarily used for scrubs. LiquaPar Oil is effective against yeast, mold and gram-positive bacteria. LiquaPar Oil is a mixture of Isopropylparaben (and) Isobutylparaben (and) Butylparaben.
I hope this helps!
Thank you Andee! Is there a recommended alternative for Liquapar? My family is super allergic to parabens.
Andrea,
Our recommended alternative for LiquaPar is Optiphen.
This sounds interesting to try. I have several lemon scented items but I’ve never tried the lemon zinger. I’ll have to compare it the next time I come in to pick up my order.
I just made a similar sugar scrub this week with Peppermint Essential oil. I’ll have to try Lemon Zinger this spring!
I need to order a couple more things to make this. Have a great day all.
I think the Lemon sounds yummy. I also think something with a little warm spiciness, like a wassail, would be great this time of year.
A super fresh and fruity scent like lemon sounds fabulous! What a great idea to bring a little spring to the winter. 🙂
I just opened a sample jar of Goat Milk Cream with Romantic Wishes fragrance. Very nice! Smells like a very expensive cream.
Thanks for the post! I have made sugar scrubs with brown sugar, but it was too rough. I had heard of bakers sugar, but I have ever seen it… thanks for the tip on putting granulated sugar in the food processor!
What is the purpose of the polysorbate? why 80 vs 20?
Why did you select Liquipar over other preservatives?
Thanks Pam
The use of polysorbate will help wash the oils of the scrub off without leaving excessive oils on the skin. You can easily interchangeably use the polysorbates. Liquapar is the best preservative for scrubs.
Thank you Andee that helps a lot!
I just got a sample of this scrub in my order and totally LOVE it! Thank you so much! Can Phenonip be substituted for the LiquiPar in this formula?
No. Phenonip is deactivated by Polysorbate 80 and even Polysorbate 20. The best preservative option for this scrub would be the LiquaPar we used in this recipe.
Ok thank you!