How to Make Sugar Scrub DIY Tree Hut Sugar Scrub DUPE SECRET INGREDIENT
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Introduction
In this tutorial, you will learn how to create a DIY sugar scrub that is a dupe for the popular Tree Hut Sugar Scrub. This guide will walk you through the necessary ingredients, the preparation process, and tips to customize your scrub to suit your skincare needs.
Step 1: Gather Your Ingredients
To make your sugar scrub, you will need the following ingredients:
- 3% Shea Butter
- 36.5% Oils (Sweet Almond Oil and Sunflower Oil)
- 3% Glycerin
- 5% Silica
- 5% Polysorbate 20
- 1% Fragrance
- 0.5% Mica (for color)
- 0.5% Preservative
- 0.5% Vitamin E
Practical Tip: Ensure all ingredients are skin-safe and suitable for your skin type, especially the fragrance and color additives.
Step 2: Prepare the Base
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Melt the Shea Butter
- Gently heat the shea butter until it is fully melted. You can use a double boiler or microwave, stirring occasionally.
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Combine Oils
- Mix the Sweet Almond Oil and Sunflower Oil into the melted shea butter. This will create the oil base for your scrub.
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Add Glycerin and Silica
- Stir in the glycerin, followed by the silica. Glycerin helps to hydrate the skin, while silica provides a gentle exfoliation.
Step 3: Incorporate Emulsifiers and Fragrance
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Add Polysorbate 20
- Mix in the polysorbate 20, which helps to blend the oils and water in your scrub.
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Include Fragrance and Color
- Add your preferred fragrance and mica for color. Stir thoroughly to ensure even distribution.
Step 4: Add Preservatives and Vitamin E
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Stir in Preservative
- Add the preservative to extend the shelf life of your scrub.
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Add Vitamin E
- Mix in vitamin E, which acts as an antioxidant and helps nourish the skin.
Step 5: Final Mixing and Packaging
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Combine All Ingredients
- Ensure all ingredients are well blended. The mixture should have a consistent texture.
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Transfer to Containers
- Pour your sugar scrub into clean, airtight containers. Label them with the date of preparation and any specific usage instructions.
Conclusion
You have successfully created your own DIY sugar scrub! This recipe allows for customization based on your preferences, such as choosing different fragrances or adjusting the oils used. For best results, use your sugar scrub 1-2 times a week in the shower or bath to exfoliate and moisturize your skin. Enjoy your smooth, glowing skin!