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

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…
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 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
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”
What You Need to Make Homemade Peppermint Bath Salts:
- 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 Red Baker’s Twine
Peppermint Essential Oil
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?
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Stephanie says
What a cute Christmas idea.
Heidi says
Thank you so much, Stephanie… I’m so glad you like this sweet little gift in a jar!
delphine says
Merci pour toutes ces idées, c’est bien pratique pour faire des petits cadeaux maison
Belle soirée
Heidi says
De rien, Delphine. Belle soirée
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!!!
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! 🙂
Rebecca Dillon says
OMG these are so pretty! What a great gift idea!
Lucy says
how many cups does this recipe make
Heidi says
Hi Lucy ~ it makes 1 cup, but can easily be doubled, tripled, etc. 😉
Shellie Chambers says
What size jar will the peppermint bath salts fill?
Heidi says
Hi Shellie ~ this works great with 8 oz. mason jars. 🙂
Zoe says
How do you use the bath salts? Do I just pour it in the bath tub???
Heidi says
Hi Zoe ~ add approx. 1/2 cup of bath salts to your bath tub under warm running water, and ENJOY! 😉
Sharon R-F says
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!!!!
Heidi says
You’re very welcome, Sharon… so glad you had fun making yours! 😉
Kathy Tiney says
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!
Heidi says
Aww ~ thanks so much for the sweet comment, Kathy! Merry Christmas to you, too! 🙂
Jennifer says
How many jars does this recipe make?
Amanda says
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. !!!
Blaine says
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.
Effie says
Would like to know if rock salt (used in making ice cream, cooling, ice/snow) would also work?
Amanda Raz says
I doubt it. Epsom Salt is a first aid “body care” item and rock salt is for food.
Laurie E says
The food coloring in the bath salts will not stain anything, correct?
Emily C says
I want to know this as well.
Heidi says
No… I’ve never had an issue with staining, as long as you use just a few drops. Hope that helps! 😉
JaCinda says
Try using pink himayayan salt rather than food coloring for the pink/red then its 100% natural
Kylie Small says
Thank you for providing such wonderful ideas…. Good job – love your site!
Heidi says
Aww ~ thanks so much for the sweet comment, Kylie… you just made my day! 😉
gbrown says
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.
Heidi says
I’m so glad you’re enjoying the Gifts in a Jar ideas! Merry Christmas to you too!!
Tami Wainwrighht says
Please send me more ideas of gifts in a jar.
Heidi says
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! 😉