Body Scrubs is a type of body wash that is meant to be used outside of the tub or shower, or as part of a massage at a spa. There are many type of body scrub nowadays. Most body scrubs are made up of a few different ingredients that act as tiny buffers on the skin, to remove dead skin cells. Body scrubs are usually made from an oil base, which might be coconut oil, almond oil, or a less expensive type. The oil holds the body scrub together, and helps to soften the skin. Finally, a fragrance is often added for extra effect.
Learn how to make body scrubs and start your own wellness business today. The formulation and procedure in making a body scrubs are very simple and the Initial Investment you need to get started in this business are about P4,000 for the utensils, raw materials, and packaging.
How to make Body Scrubs
Materials Needed:
- 10 kg Body Scrub Base
- 120 ml Fragrance
- Diluted or Liquid Food Color (Each 8-ml pack of diluted food color contains four vials of different colors)
Utensils:
- Spatula
- Plastic Beaker
- Graduated Cylinder
- Bowls (stainless steel or glass)
- Plastic or Pastry Bag
- Packaging material such as PET bottles and Labeling Utensils. For body scrub, you need 300 ml PET jars; for lotion, 100-ml (milliliter) PET bottles with a gel pump cap . Depending on your preference and target market, you can use larger containers instead.
Procedures:
STEP 1: The first step is to measure the raw materials: one kg of of the base and 10 ml of fragrance. You can measure the bases using a beaker or, for more precise measurements, a weighing scale. Pour the base onto the beaker and, using a spatula, press the material slightly; this is to fill in the air gap inside the container until a volume of 1,000 ml for the mixture is attained (1,000 ml or one liter is equivalent to one kilogram). Be very careful not to compact the base; otherwise, the mixture will become heavier than needed.
STEP 2: The next step is to measure the fragrance by using a graduated cylinder or a measuring spoon. There are actually over 500 fragrances to choose from, and you can also mix and match several of them to create your own scent. (Bettina says that since fragrances are aromatic by nature, there’s no combination that will stink.)
Once you’ve measured all of the raw materials, pour the fragrance onto the base and mix them using a spatula. Mix well until the fragrance is thoroughly blended with the base. Then, put one drop of diluted or liquid food color into your mixture (the amount of dye to use depends on your preference. Just be sure to match the color and the fragrance.
STEP 3: The third step is packaging your finished products. Use the PET jars for the scented body scrub, and the bottles with gel pump cap for the lotion. By using only the spatula, you can fill the jar with the scented body scrub. To transfer the lotion into its bottle containers, however, you will need to use a pastry bag or plastic sheet.
It’s ideal to put a label on your finished products. When you decide to use labels, however, make sure that their design conveys the correct information about what’s inside the container. There are service centers specializing on developing and printing labels, but to bring down your costs, you may choose to create your own labels and print copies of them using your computer.
Do’s and don’ts:
- Use sponge and water only to clean the beaker, graduated cylinder, and bowl. The container is totally clean once the water glides smoothly on its surfaces. Don’t use detergents for cleaning as they might leave residues or odor to your utensils.
- To obtain accurate measurements for the ingredients, be sure to put the measuring device flat on a steady table.
- Use the utensils exclusively for these personal care products and never on food.
- To retain their aroma and other properties, store your fragrance oils in colored bottles and keep them in a cool, dark place. Light causes fragrances to lose their aroma and degrades their natural properties.
- Use catchy labels for your products.
- Wear gloves and a face mask to ensure cleanliness.
- Wear a hairnet to avoid contaminating your mixture with falling hair.
- Never return substances once you have taken them out of their containers.
- Use only clean and dry utensils and containers for processing your products. If possible, use a blower to make sure that the containers are dry enough.