DIY Pink Ombre Body Sugar Scrub with Dragon Fruit Powder
Make a pretty DIY ombre body sugar scrub with dragon fruit powder, simple oils, and four soft pink layers. Easy to mix, layer, and gift.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Four small bowls or containers
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Mixing spoon
- Small spoon or spatula for layering
- Clean, dry 8-ounce jar with a tight-fitting lid, or a slightly larger jar if needed
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup carrier oil such as sweet almond, jojoba, fractionated coconut, or olive oil
- 15 drops skin-safe essential oil optional
- 3 teaspoons dragon fruit powder divided
Instructions
- Add the carrier oil and essential oil to a small bowl. Stir until combined.
- Pour the oil mixture over the sugar.
- Stir until the sugar is evenly coated and resembles damp sand.
- Divide the scrub evenly between four small containers.
- Add ¼ teaspoon dragon fruit powder to the first portion.
- Add ½ teaspoon dragon fruit powder to the second portion.
- Add ¾ teaspoon dragon fruit powder to the third portion.
- Add 1½ teaspoons dragon fruit powder to the fourth portion.
- Mix each portion thoroughly until the colors are evenly blended.
- Spoon the darkest shade into the bottom of the jar and gently press it into an even layer.
- Add the second-darkest shade and press it down carefully.
- Continue with the remaining colors, finishing with the lightest shade on top.
- Wipe the rim clean and close the jar tightly.
Notes
- Essential oils are optional. A soft floral scent works especially well with this scrub.
- Only use essential oils at skin-safe dilution levels and follow the supplier’s usage guidelines.
- Dragon fruit powder varies in color, so adjust it gradually if your four shades are not distinct enough.
- Cosmetic-grade mica can be used instead of dragon fruit powder. Start with a tiny amount and increase it gradually.
- Keep all water out of the jar. Use a dry spoon instead of wet fingers whenever possible.
- Store tightly covered in a cool, dry place.
- Use within three to six months and discard it sooner if the smell, texture, or appearance changes.
- For external use only. Avoid the face, eyes, broken skin, and freshly shaved or irritated areas.
- Patch test before using, especially when adding essential oils.