Hydrating Hibiscus Body Scrub Recipe For Soft, Radiant Skin

If you’ve never tried a hibiscus body scrub recipe before, you’re in for a real treat.

Body scrubs with natural ingredients offer numerous benefits for the skin. Adding hibiscus as the natural ingredient lifts a basic sugar scrub recipe to a luxurious and exfoliating experience.

Sugar provides gentle exfoliation, removing dead skin cells and revealing smoother skin.

Hibiscus, rich in antioxidants and AHAs, helps to brighten and rejuvenate the skin.

Together, these ingredients create a luxurious and exfoliating experience that leaves your skin feeling soft, smooth, and radiant.

This hibiscus body scrub recipe uses three easily available natural ingredients. The rich color of the scrub makes this a great gift idea for any occasion.

Scroll below the ingredients and recipe to learn about the benefits of hibiscus for the skin.

Benefits of Homemade Hibiscus Body Scrub For Your Skin

This homemade hibiscus body scrub is an excellent addition to your skincare routine. Here are some of the key advantages of using this natural exfoliating scrub:

Provides Gentle Exfoliation: The fine sugar crystals exfoliate dead skin cells revealing fresh, soft, and glowing skin that looks healthier and feels more supple.

Hydrates & Nourishes: The carrier oil in the recipe deeply moisturizes the skin, leaving it feeling hydrated even after you rinse off the scrub. Hibiscus also adds a natural glow to your skin due to its antioxidants, which help to protect the skin from environmental stressors.

Antioxidant Benefits: Hibiscus is packed with antioxidants, including anthocyanins, which help fight free radicals that can damage skin cells and accelerate aging. Antioxidants also help to promote an even skin tone, making this scrub perfect for anyone looking to achieve a brighter and more balanced complexion.

Natural & Chemical-Free: This hibiscus body scrub recipe uses proven skin-loving, natural ingredients that pamper your skin without causing irritation. This makes the hibiscus body scrub especially great for those with sensitive skin.

Improves Circulation: The act of massaging the scrub into your skin in circular motions helps stimulate blood flow, which can contribute to healthier, more vibrant skin.

Hibiscus Body Scrub Recipe Ingredients

To make this luxurious hibiscus body scrub, you’ll need 3 basic natural ingredients that work together to exfoliate, nourish, and hydrate your skin.

You can customize the basic recipe to make it even more sumptuous.

• 1 cup Fine Granulated Sugar
• ¼ cup Hibiscus Powder
• ½ cup Carrier Oil (Scroll below for options)
• 4 oz Glass Jar or 8 oz Glass Jar
• 15 drops Essential Oils (optional)
• 1 tablespoon Organic Honey (optional)

Hibiscus Body Scrub Recipe: Step-by-Step Instructions

The process is easy and takes just a few minutes, but the results will leave your skin feeling soft, nourished, and glowing.

Step 1: Prepare the Hibiscus

If you’re using dried hibiscus flowers, grind them into a fine powder using a coffee grinder, spice grinder, or a mortar and pestle.

If you’re using hibiscus powder, skip this step and go directly to the next step.

Step 2: Blend Essential Oil & Carrier Oil (Optional Step)

If you’re using essential oil, add it now to the carrier oil so they blend completely.

Essential oils add a pleasant fragrance and also enhance the skin-nourishing benefits of the scrub.

Step 3: Mix Sugar & Carrier Oil

Combine the sugar and your chosen carrier oil in a glass mixing bowl. Always use glass bowls and stirrers when using essential oils.

Glass is an impervious material and preserves the integrity of the ingredients unlike plastic, which can react with essential oils and damage the components.

Stir well till the sugar is fully coated with the oil.

Step 4: Add the Hibiscus Powder

Add the hibiscus powder and stir so it is well distributed throughout the mixture.

The combination of hibiscus powder, sugar, and carrier oil gives this sugar scrub recipe a nice balance of exfoliation and hydration.

Step 5: Add Honey (Optional)

For an extra boost of hydration, stir in 1-2 tablespoons of honey.

Mix everything together until the scrub reaches a smooth, consistent texture.

Step 6: Adjust The Consistency

The consistency of the scrub should be thick enough to apply easily without being too dry or too runny.

If the scrub feels too dry, add a little more carrier oil, half a teaspoon at a time, until it reaches the desired consistency. If it seems too runny, add a bit more sugar to dry it out a bit.

The key is to have a mixture that’s easy to scoop and spread, with enough texture to exfoliate the skin effectively.

That’s it! Your homemade hibiscus sugar scrub is ready.

Store it in a clean glass jar with an airtight cover and place it in a cool, dry place. Use within a month for optimal benefits.

Here’s why I chose hibiscus to enhance a basic sugar scrub recipe.

Benefits of Each Ingredient In This Hibiscus Body Scrub Recipe

Dried Hibiscus Flowers (or Hibiscus Powder)

Hibiscus is the star ingredient of this body scrub, offering multiple benefits for your skin.

Hibiscus acts as a natural exfoliant, thanks to the AHAs it contains, which help slough away dead skin cells and reveal fresher, brighter skin beneath.

Rich in antioxidants, hibiscus also helps fight free radicals, leaving your skin glowing and youthful.

Fine-grain sugar (White or Brown)

Sugar is a gentle yet effective exfoliator, ideal for scrubbing away dead skin cells without irritating the skin. You can use fine-grained white or brown sugar, depending on your preference.

Brown sugar is slightly softer, making it perfect for sensitive skin, while granulated sugar provides a slightly coarser texture for deeper exfoliation.

The sugar in this scrub helps smooth the skin and promotes better circulation, giving your skin a natural, healthy glow.

Carrier or Infused Oil

A carrier oil is essential for moisturizing and hydrating your skin as you exfoliate.

I used this homemade calendula-infused oil for this recipe to get the benefits of both, calendula and hibiscus for skin.

Coconut oil is a popular choice due to its rich moisturizing properties and antibacterial benefits.

Sweet almond oil is lightweight and easily absorbed, making it suitable for all skin types.

Olive oil is another great option, as it’s deeply nourishing and full of vitamins that help soften the skin.

The choice of carrier oil allows you to customize the scrub to suit your skin’s specific needs, ensuring that your skin is left feeling soft and supple after each use.

Essential Oils (Optional)

Essential oils are optional but can add an extra layer of indulgence to your body scrub. They infuse the scrub with a pleasant, natural aroma and provide additional skincare benefits.

For example, lavender essential oil is known for its soothing properties, making it perfect for calming the skin while rose essential oil helps improve skin tone and provides a subtle floral fragrance.

Choose essential oils that suit your preferences or address specific skin concerns, adding a personalized touch to your scrub.

Honey (Optional)

Honey is another optional ingredient that can elevate your hibiscus body scrub, especially if you have dry or sensitive skin.

Known for its humectant properties, honey helps attract and retain moisture, leaving your skin soft and hydrated. It also has natural antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, which can help soothe and protect the skin.

Adding honey to the scrub boosts its moisturizing effect and gives the mixture a smoother consistency that glides easily over the skin.

How to Use Your Homemade Hibiscus Body Scrub

Using your homemade hibiscus body scrub is a luxurious experience that leaves your skin feeling soft, smooth, and radiant.

Here are some tips to help you get the most out of your scrub and achieve the best results.

Step 1: Application

Use a spoon to scoop a small amount of the hibiscus with your fingertips. Do not use your fingers as this cause the scrub to spoil faster.

Gently massage the scrub onto clean, damp skin using light circular motion. This helps to stimulate circulation and effectively buff away dead skin cells.

Using the scrub in the shower or bath makes exfoliation more effective as the warm water opens up the pores.

Remember to use gentle pressure, as sugar scrubs can be abrasive if applied too roughly.

Step 2: Focus Areas

When using the scrub, pay special attention to any rough or dry areas, such as your elbows, knees, and feet.

These areas tend to accumulate more dead skin cells and can benefit the most from extra exfoliation.
Gently massage the scrub onto these focus areas for a little longer to ensure that the skin becomes soft and smooth.

The hibiscus and sugar will work together to exfoliate, while the carrier oil helps nourish these tougher patches of skin.

Step 3: Rinse Off

Once you’ve thoroughly exfoliated, rinse off the scrub with warm water.

You’ll notice the hibiscus tint might lightly color the water, but don’t worry—it washes away easily and doesn’t stain the skin.

Take your time to rinse off all the sugar granules and hibiscus bits, ensuring no residue is left behind.
After rinsing, pat your skin dry with a soft towel. Don’t rub dry. Rubbing can damage your newly exfoliated skin.

Patting the skin gently helps retain the moisture from the carrier oils.

You should notice that your skin feels incredibly soft, smooth, and well-moisturized.

Step 4: Moisturize (Optional)

Although the hibiscus body scrub leaves your skin feeling moisturized thanks to the oils in the recipe, you can follow up with your favorite body lotion or body butter for an extra boost of hydration.

Locking in moisture right after exfoliation is a great way to maintain soft, healthy skin for longer.

Tips for Best Results

Use the hibiscus body scrub regularly – at least once or twice a week for optimal results. Over-exfoliating can irritate the skin, so it’s best to give your skin time to regenerate between uses.

Avoid using the scrub on freshly shaved or broken skin, as it may cause irritation.

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Disclaimer: This information is not intended to serve as medical advice. Please consult your doctor before using any natural medication or if you experience any unusual symptoms. See Full Disclaimer here.