I have to admit that although spending the better part of last week at the cottage in the sun and the water was great, it may have been a little hard on my skin. I’ve got some peely bits on my nose and arms that are not so attractive (I know, I should wear sunscreen, but it was so hot and we were in and out of the water so much, it really wouldn’t have stayed on anyway).
I used up the rest of my sugar scrub before we left for the cottage, so I’ve made up a new batch. Since my sister-in-law thought that the lemon olive oil scrub was more than edible, let’s see if she pours spiced rum on this one and tries to make a drink out of it. This batch has the extra bonus of the cooling properties of mint, so it’s a nice scrub to use on summer-time skin.
You can store it in the fridge to keep it fresh, or just use it up quickly. This doesn’t make a whole lot, so if you are using it a couple of times a week in the shower, it’ll be gone before it sours on you. Just be careful – the olive oil does tend to make the shower floor a little slippery.
Mojito Sugar Scrub
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
- juice (2 tbsp) and zest of one lime
- 2/3 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
Put mint leaves and sugar in food processor and whir them until the mint is well blended in – or, you could finely chop the mint and muddle it into the sugar afterwards, whichever you find easier. Mix everything together in a jar and store in the fridge to keep it fresh (it does have real juice in it). Use it anywhere on your body that needs a little scrub, moisturizer or general healthy glow.
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Your original post was so inspiring, I had to try it for myself! After one go-round of “slippery shower” syndrome, I decided to modify the recipe by adding in some Dr. Bronners pure Castile liquid soap and it works perfectly! Sudsy AND moisturizing all at the same time! Only drawback? You can’t eat it! lol
Good idea. I’ve seen other recipes where people added in some kind of soap, but just didn’t bother. I might actually cut down the oil a bit when I make it next time, too.
See, from the original post I learned that all I need is the scrub, more long dresses and a spoon. My gosh this mojito scrub looks so amazing.
For this one, a long dress, cocktail glass and some rum, I think.
I cannot wait to try it!! I LOVED your last scrub, so this one has to be great too! Thank you for sharing.
You are very welcome. I love hearing that someone tried one of my recipes and liked it!
At first I thought It was a drink, but then I realized it was a scrub. I love it. Will try it! Thanks
🙂 I suppose you might be able to use it to rim the glass for a drink. And you might as well make the drink too, while you have all of the ingredients out.
Good idea! I relax with my mojito drink as I scrub with it as well.. hehe
your sister-in-law sounds like a real party girl–invite her over when I stop by
Oh, so I’m chopped liver now? 🙂 But yes, the sister-in-law is fun..
This just SOUNDS refreshing. I love it! And I can’t wait to try it!
Mmm… looks as delicious as your lemon one 😉
Can’t wait to try it! Pinned it, so I remember its on my list. Thanks!
You’re welcome. I like that it was made with stuff I already had – no running to the store necessary.
My current skin condition is partly cloudy to scaly alligator. Utah is an unforgiving desert in the summertime and my legs are screaming for this scrub!
Mine were, too. Now if only it also took care of stubble..
Haha! For reals!
ooh, now I know what to do with my bushy mint plants! Great idea, especially for summer. 🙂
I know, I have a lot of it too, but aside from putting it in some iced tea, never really use it. I’ll have to come up with some more ideas for it.
Ha, I totally remembered your post about the SIL testing the other body scrub when I saw the title. Looks good!
Wow, that looks amazing! I will have to give it a try.
I can see why she ate it! Sounds good to me – possibly more as a salad dressing…???
Now lets see – do I have a lime, check, some sugar, check, olive oil? Check. And mint… Hmm only dried. I’ll let you know how it goes! – Kara x
yum. My favourite drink, now a scrub. Can you do a mojito perfume? That would brighten my weekends considerably 🙂
Now there’s an idea. Just make the drink and splash a little about..
Generally do after a few 😉
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I made this last night and shared it on my blog. It was wonderful! Thank you so much. I feel like I’ve been to the spa.
Is there a shelf life for this- it looks nice and I want to make a big batch of it but not have to pitch it later?
It is best made in small batches or kept in the fridge if you are making more. You could also replace the mint with peppermint essential oil drops (just 2 or 3) and you could replace the lime zest and juice with lime essential oil. That would make it more shelf stable. You could add a drop or two of food colouring to give it a green tinge. Hope this helps.