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DIY Lemon and Strawberry Body Mist Spray

There’s something so refreshing about a light, fruity body mist, especially when it’s homemade with your favorite scents. In this post, I’ll be showing you how to make a Lemon and Strawberry Body Mist Spray that smells divine, feels light on the skin, and leaves you feeling fresh all day.  This body mist combines the sweet notes of strawberries with the crisp, clean scent of lemon, a perfect match for anyone who loves bright, cheerful fragrances. The best part? You can make it easily at home using simple ingredients and safe formulation techniques! Why Make Your Own Body Mist? Commercial body mists can sometimes contain unnecessary synthetic ingredients that may irritate sensitive skin or cause dryness. Making your own gives you full control over the ingredients, you know exactly what’s going into your product. This Lemon and Strawberry Body Mist combines fruity, cheerful notes of strawberry and zesty lemon with gentle moisturizing and refreshing agents. It’s perfect for hot days, ...
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Homemade Sugar Soap Recipe



If you’re looking for a soap that cleanses, exfoliates, and leaves your skin feeling silky-smooth, this strawberry-scented sugar soap might just become your new favorite!

This recipe is pure joy to make,  scented with strawberry fragrance and boosted with sugar for extra lather and a smoother skin feel. The magic of sugar in soapmaking is that it also enhances the bubbly lather and provides gentle exfoliation for a soft, refined skin texture.

Key Ingredients and Benefits

1. Sugar : Adds gentle exfoliation and boosts lather for a richer, creamier foam.

2. Grapeseed Oil : Light, quick-absorbing, and full of antioxidants to help soften and protect the skin.

3. Olive Oil : Nourishes and moisturizes, helping to produce a mild, conditioning bar.

4. Shea Butter : Adds creaminess and helps protect skin from dryness with rich fatty acids.

5. Palm Kernel Oil : Creates a hard bar with excellent lather and cleansing power.

6. Soybean Oil : Softens skin, conditions, and adds a silky after-feel.


400g Sugar Soap Recipe

Base oils and butter

  • Grapeseed Oil – 50g | 12.5%
  • Olive Oil – 45g | 11.25%
  • Shea Butter – 100g | 25%
  • Palm Kernel Oil – 90g | 22.5%
  • Soybean Oil – 115g | 28.75%

Additives

  • Sugar – 10g | 2.5%
  • Warm Distilled Water (to dissolve sugar) – 12g | 3%
  • Strawberry Fragrance Oil – 10g | 2.5%

Lye Solution

  • Lye/Sodium Hydroxide – 58g | 14.5%
  • Frozen Distilled Water – 152g | 38%

Materials Needed:

  • Soap Mold
  • Measuring Scale 
  • Immersion Blender 
  • Measuring Cups
  • Spatula
  • Safety Gloves
  • Safety Googles

Procedure:

Step 1: Safety First

Put on your gloves and goggles. Make sure your workspace is well-ventilated and free from distractions.

Step 2: Prepare Sugar Solution 

Dissolve 10g of sugar in 12g of warm distilled water. Set aside.




Step 3: Prepare Lye Solution 

In separate containers, weigh out 58g of lye and 152g of frozen distilled water. Slowly pour the lye into the water (never the other way around!) and stir gently until dissolved. Let cool to room temperature.





Step 4:  Melt and Combine Oils

Weigh out and melt all the oils and butter in a heat-safe container until fully liquefied.



Step 5:  Strawberry fragrance 

Weigh out 10g of strawberry fragrance oil in a smaller container and set aside.




Step 6: Mix Oils and Lye

Once both the oils and lye solution are at similar (room) temperatures, pour the lye solution into the oils. Blend with an immersion blender until you reach a light trace.



Step 7: Add Extras

Stir in the sugar solution and fragrance oil to the soap batter. Mix gently with a spatula to fully incorporate.

Step 8: Mold

Scoop or pour the soap batter into the mold and texture the top with a spoon, if desired.


Step 9: Saponification 

Place the mold in the fridge or a cool place for 24 hours. This helps prevent overheating and maintains a smooth finish. 


Step 10: Cut and Cure

After 24 hours, unmold the soap and cut into bars. Allow the bars to cure for at least 4 weeks in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated space before use.




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Notes and Tips

  • Adding sugar increases heat during saponification, so keep your soap cool to avoid overheating.
  • You can swap strawberry fragrance for any fruity or floral scent.
  • For a decorative twist, sprinkle pink salt or mica on top before setting.
  • Always dissolve sugar before adding to soap batter to avoid grainy texture.

FAQs

Q: Can I skip the sugar?
A: Yes, but you’ll miss out on the boosted lather and gentle exfoliation it provides.

Q: Can I use a natural colorant?
A: Absolutely! Pink clay or beetroot powder work well for a strawberry-themed soap.

Q: How long will this soap last?
A: Properly cured and stored in a dry place, up to a year or more.

I would appreciate your thoughts on this sugar soap recipe. Thank you for taking the time to read it.




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