Ingredients
½ cup ‘Melt and Pour’ soap base (usually goat milk or shea butter base)
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil (high quality is best for skin)
1 cup granulated white sugar (for a grittier scrub) or brown sugar (softer scrub)
15-20 drops essential oil (Lemon, Lavender, or Rosemary fit the Mediterranean theme)
Optional: 1 drop natural food coloring (yellow or green)
Optional: Dried lemon zest or dried rosemary for decoration
Instructions
1. Cut the melt-and-pour soap base into small 1-inch cubes for easier melting.
2. Place the soap cubes in a microwave-safe glass measuring cup. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring in between, until completely melted (about 40-60 seconds total). Do not let it boil.
3. Quickly stir in the olive oil and essential oils until combined. (If adding food coloring, add it now).
4. Pour in the sugar and mix thoroughly. You must work quickly at this stage, as the sugar will cool the mixture and start to harden it immediately.
5. Spoon the mixture into a silicone mold (standard rectangle or square shapes work best). Press it down firmly with the back of the spoon to remove air pockets.
6. If using dried herbs or zest, press a pinch onto the top of the wet bars now.
7. Let the bars sit at room temperature for 2-3 hours until completely solid and hard. (You can speed this up by placing the mold in the fridge for 1 hour).
8. Gently pop the bars out of the mold.
9. **To Use:** In the shower, rub the bar over wet skin to exfoliate, then rinse off.
Notes
**Caution:** The olive oil in these bars can make your shower floor slippery! Be careful when using them.
**Why Olive Oil?** Olive oil is rich in vitamins and antioxidants, making it a classic Mediterranean secret for anti-aging and deep moisturizing.
**Storage:** Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight jar. They will keep for up to 6 months.
**Gift Idea:** Wrap these in parchment paper and tie with twine for a beautiful rustic gift.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 1
- Category: Beauty / DIY
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean