mother's day gift

I made a sugar scrub last year with friends, and I thought it would be a great to have the girls make some for their moms.  I found a couple different recipes on-line and I liked the idea of a honey lemon scrub.  However, I think it would actually be better without the honey.  It still turned out pretty well.  Here's the recipe:

Honey Lemon Sugar Scrub


¾ cup sugar                    2 tsp lemon juice
2 TBSP kosher salt         2 TBSP honey
½ cup olive oil                 2-3 drops lemon essential oil
zest from 1 lemon

Mix the sugar, salt, and olive oil in a small bowl. Stir in lemon juice and zest. Add honey and essential oil. Mixture should be a grainy paste. Spoon mixture into a small jar with a lid, wiping up any spills. Makes about 1 cup.

Use as a scrub on hands, feet, elbows, and knees (try it on your hands after handling onions or garlic). Massage into skin for about 1 minute and then rinse with warm water. It may also be used on your face, but gently scrub and be careful not to get it in your eyes. Follow with moisturizer. Be careful in the tub or shower, as the oil will cause a slippery residue, and rinse well (as scrub may attract ants).  The scrub will probably last longer if kept in the refrigerator. (Let it warm up a bit and stir before using).