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Peppermint Bath Salts Recipe (So EASY!)

December 9, 2013 By Heidi 34 Comments

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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 Recipe DIY

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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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”

Peppermint Bath Salts DIY Recipe

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.)

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 Recipe DIY

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 have you tried this DIY Peppermint Bath Salts Recipe yet?

Leave a comment & share!

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    • Jodie Radford says

      April 26, 2024 at 1:13 pm

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

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        April 29, 2024 at 9:50 am

        Fantastic… have fun making up your homemade beauty products!

        Reply
    • Stephanie says

      December 4, 2023 at 6:53 pm

      What a cute Christmas idea.

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        December 6, 2023 at 1:05 pm

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

        Reply
    • delphine says

      November 2, 2021 at 8:38 am

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

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        November 3, 2021 at 9:08 am

        De rien, Delphine. Belle soirée

        Reply
    • Christie says

      October 26, 2020 at 2:19 pm

      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!!!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        November 2, 2020 at 4:55 pm

        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! 🙂

        Reply
    • Rebecca Dillon says

      December 17, 2019 at 8:19 am

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

      Reply
    • Lucy says

      December 11, 2016 at 3:01 pm

      how many cups does this recipe make

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        December 12, 2016 at 10:53 am

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

        Reply
    • Shellie Chambers says

      December 5, 2016 at 6:34 pm

      What size jar will the peppermint bath salts fill?

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        December 16, 2016 at 9:13 pm

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

        Reply
    • Zoe says

      December 19, 2014 at 10:51 am

      How do you use the bath salts? Do I just pour it in the bath tub???

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        December 26, 2014 at 2:32 pm

        Hi Zoe ~ add approx. 1/2 cup of bath salts to your bath tub under warm running water, and ENJOY! 😉

        Reply
    • Sharon R-F says

      December 18, 2014 at 8:13 am

      Just made my first batch of the Peppermint Bath Salts and love the scent wafting through my kitchen. I did change a few things. First added double the drops of red food coloring because I like a deep red in my candy cane look. Next I tilted my jars just a little to give them a swirled layered look. They look fabulous!!! Thanks for the recipe!!!!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        December 26, 2014 at 2:38 pm

        You’re very welcome, Sharon… so glad you had fun making yours! 😉

        Reply
    • Kathy Tiney says

      December 9, 2014 at 11:42 am

      This is sweet idea as a gift for my family, friends AND myself! Thank you for sharing all of your wonderful ideas with everyone! Merry Christmas AND God bless you!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        December 11, 2014 at 10:20 pm

        Aww ~ thanks so much for the sweet comment, Kathy! Merry Christmas to you, too! 🙂

        Reply
    • Jennifer says

      September 28, 2014 at 9:10 am

      How many jars does this recipe make?

      Reply
    • Amanda says

      December 19, 2013 at 2:40 pm

      Can you use the peppermint oil in the baking section of the grocery store? Making this tonight and leaving for the store now to hand out tomorrow. !!!

      Reply
      • Blaine says

        December 20, 2013 at 7:53 am

        Hi Amanda,
        The peppermint at the grocery store is extract for food, not essential oil that you want to use here. You need to go to a place like GNC or a vitamin shop for essential oils.

        Reply
    • Effie says

      December 19, 2013 at 8:45 am

      Would like to know if rock salt (used in making ice cream, cooling, ice/snow) would also work?

      Reply
      • Amanda Raz says

        December 19, 2013 at 4:33 pm

        I doubt it. Epsom Salt is a first aid “body care” item and rock salt is for food.

        Reply
    • Laurie E says

      December 16, 2013 at 5:40 am

      The food coloring in the bath salts will not stain anything, correct?

      Reply
      • Emily C says

        December 20, 2013 at 11:22 am

        I want to know this as well.

        Reply
        • Heidi says

          December 20, 2013 at 11:46 am

          No… I’ve never had an issue with staining, as long as you use just a few drops. Hope that helps! 😉

          Reply
      • JaCinda says

        November 22, 2014 at 5:51 pm

        Try using pink himayayan salt rather than food coloring for the pink/red then its 100% natural

        Reply
    • Kylie Small says

      December 13, 2013 at 2:48 pm

      Thank you for providing such wonderful ideas…. Good job – love your site!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        December 14, 2013 at 11:03 am

        Aww ~ thanks so much for the sweet comment, Kylie… you just made my day! 😉

        Reply
    • gbrown says

      December 13, 2013 at 9:12 am

      I have tried many of the gifts in jars and I love the ideas they are easy and fun to put together.
      Merry Christmas, Happy New Year and may God bless each of you.

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        December 14, 2013 at 11:02 am

        I’m so glad you’re enjoying the Gifts in a Jar ideas! Merry Christmas to you too!!

        Reply
    • Tami Wainwrighht says

      December 9, 2013 at 6:39 pm

      Please send me more ideas of gifts in a jar.

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        December 9, 2013 at 6:44 pm

        Hi Tami ~ you can find a BIG List of Gifts in a Jar Ideas here:

        https://thefrugalgirls.com/gifts-in-jars-recipes

        Hope that helps! 😉

        Reply

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