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Peppermint Bath Salts Recipe! {Homemade Gift in a Jar}

December 9, 2013 By Heidi 30 Comments

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Relax in an invigorating bath or make a super cute Gift in a Jar with this Peppermint Bath Salts Recipe!

Peppermint Bath Salts Recipe DIY

There’s nothing better than a relaxing bath at the end of a long day, right?  That’s why this easy Peppermint Bath Salts Recipe makes such a great gift!  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 luxurious salts take just a few minutes to make and smell absolutely AMAZING!

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 Peppermint Bath Salts?  Let’s get started!  Here’s What You’ll Need…

Peppermint Bath Salts Recipe

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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 DIY Recipe

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

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”

Recipe for Peppermint Bath Salts – 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:

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

Peppermint Essential Oil

Red Baker’s Twine

How to Make Peppermint Bath Salts:

  • In small bowl, mix together 1/2 cup Epsom Salt, 1/2 tbsp. Baking Soda, and 2 drops Peppermint Essential Oil.  Stir well.
  • 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.
  • Carefully spoon mixture into your favorite small jar, alternating colors for a candy cane like look! 😉
  • Then tie a bow with a pretty ribbon or Baker’s Twine.
  • If pampering yourself… add approx. 1/2 cup of bath salts to your bath.  Relax and ENJOY!!
  • Store in a dry, cool place for up to 3 months.

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!

Bath Salts DIY Recipe with Peppermint Essential Oils
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Filed Under: Christmas, DIY Beauty Treatments, Gifts in a Jar, Thrifty Gifts

Comments

  1. 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
  2. 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
  3. Rebecca Dillon says

    December 17, 2019 at 8:19 am

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

    Reply
  4. 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
  5. 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
  6. 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
  7. 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
  8. 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
  9. Jennifer says

    September 28, 2014 at 9:10 am

    How many jars does this recipe make?

    Reply
  10. 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
  11. 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
  12. 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
  13. 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
  14. 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
  15. 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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