The Ultimate Professional Body Scrub Making Course

Master the art of body scrub making—from natural formulations to launching your own beauty brand!

What you'll learn

Understand the benefits, types, and basic formulation principles of body scrubs.

Learn how different exfoliants, oils, butters, and additives contribute to scrub performance.

Develop unique scrubs by adjusting colors, scents, and active ingredients for targeted benefits.

Master professional techniques like emulsified, foaming, and multi-textured scrubs.

Choose the right packaging and preservation methods to ensure product longevity and compliance.

Learn to price, brand, and market your scrubs while following legal requirements.

Requirements

Basic Interest in Skincare & Cosmetics – No prior experience is required, but a passion for beauty and self-care will help.

Willingness to Experiment – Formulating body scrubs involves trial and error, so an open mind to testing and improving is essential.

Basic Kitchen or DIY Skills – Comfort with measuring, mixing, and handling ingredients will make formulation easier.

Entrepreneurial Mindset (For Business Modules) – If you plan to sell your scrubs, an interest in branding, marketing, and business strategy will be helpful.

No Chemistry or Business Degree Required – Everything is explained in a beginner-friendly way with step-by-step guidance.

Description

This course is a comprehensive guide to body scrub formulation and business development, perfect for beginners, beauty enthusiasts, and aspiring entrepreneurs. You’ll start with Module 1: Understanding Body Scrubs, where you'll learn the fundamentals of exfoliation, skin benefits, and key ingredients like sugar, salt, coffee, and botanical powders.In Module 2: Basic Formulation Techniques, you’ll dive into hands-on formulation, learning how to mix oils, butters, exfoliants, and essential oils to create high-quality body scrubs. You’ll also understand how to adjust textures and consistencies for different skin types.Module 3: Customization teaches you how to personalize scrubs with colors, scents, and active ingredients like turmeric, charcoal, honey, and green tea.Moving into Module 4: Advanced Formulations & Techniques, you'll explore emulsified scrubs, foaming scrubs, layered scrubs, and whipped scrubs, ensuring a luxurious skincare experience.Module 5: Packaging & Preservation covers choosing the right packaging, using preservatives like Optiphen and Geogard, and ensuring product safety through proper labeling and compliance.Finally, Module 6: Business & Marketing teaches you how to brand, price, and sell your scrubs, covering social media marketing, influencer collaborations, and e-commerce platforms. By the end of this course, you’ll have the skills to formulate, package, and market your own body scrub line successfully.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction to Body Scrubs

Lecture 1 Meet the Instructor

Lecture 2 Definition, Benefits, Different Types & Uses of Body Scrubs

Section 2: Ingredients & Formulation

Lecture 3 Introduction to Ingredients & Formulation

Lecture 4 Exfoliants - The Base of Every Scrub

Lecture 5 Carrier Oils - Nourishing and Moisturizing

Lecture 6 Fragrances and Essential Oils

Lecture 7 Preservatives & Shelf Life – Preventing Mold & Bacteria

Lecture 8 Colourants – Natural vs. Cosmetic Grade

Lecture 9 Customization – Making Unique Scrubs

Lecture 10 Summary of Ingredients & Formulation

Section 3: Customizing Body Scrubs

Lecture 11 Introduction to Customizing Body Scrubs

Lecture 12 Colouring Scrubs

Lecture 13 Scenting Scrubs

Lecture 14 Enhancing Benefits with Active Ingredients

Lecture 15 Adjusting Texture and Consistency

Lecture 16 Practical Activity

Lecture 17 Summary of Customizing Body Scrubs

Section 4: Advanced Formulations and Techniques

Lecture 18 Introduction to Advanced Formulations and Techniques

Lecture 19 Emulsified Scrubs vs. Oil-Based Scrubs

Lecture 20 Foaming and Lathering Scrubs

Lecture 21 Layered and Multi-Textured Scrubs

Lecture 22 Whipped Body Scrubs

Lecture 23 Practical Activity - Making an Emulsified Scrub

Lecture 24 Summary of Advanced Formulations and Techniques

Section 5: Packaging and Preservation

Lecture 25 Introduction to Packaging and Preservation

Lecture 26 Choosing the Right Packaging

Lecture 27 Preventing Contamination and Spoilage

Lecture 28 Do You Need a Preservative?

Lecture 29 Common Preservatives for Body Scrubs

Lecture 30 Labelling and Ingredient Transparency

Lecture 31 Practical Activity: Packaging and Labelling Your Scrub

Lecture 32 Summary of Packaging and Preservation

Beginners Interested in DIY Skincare – If you love natural beauty products and want to create your own body scrubs, this course will teach you everything from basic to advanced techniques.,Aspiring Beauty Entrepreneurs – If you're looking to start your own body scrub brand, this course covers product formulation, packaging, branding, and marketing.,Small Business Owners – If you already sell handmade skincare products and want to expand your product line with body scrubs, this course provides advanced formulations and business strategies.,Skincare Enthusiasts & Herbalists – If you’re passionate about natural ingredients and want to explore different ways to customize scrubs with herbs, essential oils, and active ingredients.,Cosmetic Science & Formulation Students – If you’re interested in skincare formulation and want a hands-on approach to understanding emulsions, preservatives, and product stability.