Relax in an invigorating peppermint bath or make an easy homemade 5-minute Gift in a Jar with this Easy Peppermint Bath Salts Recipe!

Then… be sure to try this super luxurious Peppermint Sugar Scrub Recipe!

Peppermint Bath Salts layered in a jar with a red lid.

Peppermint Bath Salts Recipe

There’s nothing better than a luxurious, relaxing bath at the end of a long day, right? That’s why this easy Peppermint Bath Salts Recipe makes such a beautiful Christmas gift in a jar!

Sharon writes: "Just made my first batch and love the scent wafting through my kitchen."

Did you know this sweet mason jar gift only takes about 5 minutes to make, too? Talk about EASY!

Make sure to double the batch and pamper yourself, too… and don’t forget the Homemade Soy Candles to add to the ambience!

These Homemade Peppermint Bath Salts are such an easy DIY project, and make the perfect little Gift in a Jar!

Plus, these relaxing bath salts smell absolutely dreamy!

Making your own bath salts is such an easy Beauty Hack! Trust me, once you know how fast and easy they are to make, you’ll never buy them from a store again!

So are you ready to make your own candy cane themed Peppermint Bath Salts? Let’s get started!

Here’s What You’ll Need…

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How Do You Make Peppermint Bath Salts?

Well, it’s actually SO easy!

You’ll just mix epsom salt with baking soda and peppermint essential oils, and you’ve got some dreamy smelling bath salts!

If you’re giving some as gifts, you can even dye half of the salts with food coloring and layer them up in a jar for a fun, festive candy cane look.

Peppermint Bath Salts Benefits

There are so many reasons to love soaking in a peppermint bath!

Here are a few of my favorites…

  • Reduces Stress
  • Relaxes Tense Muscles
  • Relieves Congestion
  • Soothes Back Pain

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Peppermint Bath Salt Recipe Reviews

What Your Frugal Friends Are Saying About This DIY Peppermint Bath Salts Recipe…

Patricia writes: “This one was fun to make. I also made other scents for other holidays or occasions.”

Katherine writes: “Such a great Christmas gift!!”

Cristina writes: “I have tried this recipe many times and I give the bath salts to my friends.”

Marilyn writes: “Super easy for the kids to do to make their own teacher Christmas gifts. Love!”

Rebecca writes: “Such a cute holiday gift idea and great way to unwind from the stress of the season.”

Catherine writes: “Made this as a teacher gift! My son in grade 5 did it all himself…easy yet I’m sure it will be appreciated!”

Krystle writes: “Great party favor for a girls night”

Baking soda, Epsom salts, and peppermint essential oil.

What You Need to Make Homemade Peppermint Bath Salts

This is what you’ll need…

  • 1 Cup Epsom Salt
  • 1 tbsp. Baking Soda
  • 4 drops Peppermint Essential Oil (or more for a stronger scent.)
  • Red Food Coloring Drops (or Food Coloring Gel for a darker color.)

Container of peppermint essential oil.

For Storing Bath Salts

  • 8 oz. Mason Jar or your favorite little jar
  • Ribbon or Red Baker’s Twine

How to Make Peppermint Bath Salts

Just follow these simple steps…

1. In small bowl, mix together 1/2 cup Epsom Salt, 1/2 tbsp. Baking Soda, and 2 drops Peppermint Essential Oil. Stir well.

2. In separate small bowl, mix together 1/2 cup Epsom Salt, 1/2 tbsp. Baking Soda, 2 drops Peppermint Essential Oil, and about 80 drops Red Food Coloring (Or substitute just a few drops of Red Food Coloring Gel.)  Stir well.

3. Carefully spoon mixture into your favorite small jar, alternating colors for a candy cane like look! 😉

4. Then tie a bow with a pretty ribbon or Baker’s Twine.

5. If pampering yourself… add approx. 1/2 cup of bath salts to your bath. Relax and ENJOY!!

6. Store in a dry, cool place for up to 3 months.

That’s it. So simple!

Peppermint Bath Salts layered in a jar with a red lid.

Peppermint Bath Salt Notes

If you or someone you know is allergic to dyes, you can easily just leave out the food coloring altogether if you’d like.

They will smell just as amazing. And if you’re giving it as a gift, you could just dress up the jar a little more… maybe attach a mini candy cane on the outside or a pretty ribbon and bow?

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So are you on the hunt for more Relaxing, Calming, and Invigorating homemade bath salt recipes?

Get inspired with these creative ideas below…

Peppermint Sugar Scrub Recipe

This dreamy peppermint scented sugar scrub will have your skin feeling silky smooth in no time!

Peppermint Sugar Scrub in a jar tied with a red ribbon.

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This Pumpkin Spice Sugar Scrub is another fun way to enjoy our Fall favorites! It’s so simple to make, smells divine, and makes a fabulous Fall Gift in a Jar, too!

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Gingerbread Sugar Scrub Recipe

Once you know how to make it, you can spoil others with this little luxury, too! This makes the CUTEST little homemade Gift for friends and family!

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So have you tried this DIY Peppermint Bath Salts Recipe yet?

Leave a comment & share!

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About Heidi Miller

Heidi Miller is the creator of The Frugal Girls, where she shares easy recipes with massive flavor! She has been creating and sharing recipes online for over 15 years, and brings warmth, expertise, and a personal touch to every recipe. Her work has been featured on Today.com, NBC, Fox, Parade, People, Country Living, Woman’s World, and more!

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34 Comments

  1. Jodie Radford says:

    I’m excited to try some of your bath salts jars and maybe the whipped body butter too!!

    1. Heidi says:

      Fantastic… have fun making up your homemade beauty products!

  2. Stephanie says:

    What a cute Christmas idea.

    1. Heidi says:

      Thank you so much, Stephanie… I’m so glad you like this sweet little gift in a jar!

  3. delphine says:

    Merci pour toutes ces idées, c’est bien pratique pour faire des petits cadeaux maison
    Belle soirée

    1. Heidi says:

      De rien, Delphine. Belle soirée

  4. Christie says:

    These are the cutest and most festive gift idea! I just love them and I bet they’re soooo soothing in a bath! The perfect idea for any bath lover! Thanks for sharing this Heidi!!!

    1. Heidi says:

      You’re very welcome, Christie! They really are incredibly soothing after a long day, and make the cutest little gift in a jar! You won’t believe how fast and easy they are to make, too! 🙂

  5. Rebecca Dillon says:

    OMG these are so pretty! What a great gift idea!

  6. Lucy says:

    how many cups does this recipe make

    1. Heidi says:

      Hi Lucy ~ it makes 1 cup, but can easily be doubled, tripled, etc. 😉

  7. Shellie Chambers says:

    What size jar will the peppermint bath salts fill?

    1. Heidi says:

      Hi Shellie ~ this works great with 8 oz. mason jars. 🙂