DIY Lavender Crystal Bath Salts: Perfect for Holiday Gifting & Spa Nights

Tricia Ambroziak
4 hours ago
3 min read

There’s nothing quite like the ritual of a warm, scented bath to melt away stress — and it’s even more special when you make your own bath salts. This DIY lavender crystal bath salt recipe combines mineral-rich coarse salts, calming lavender essential oil, and a hint of purple mica for a gemstone-like shimmer. It’s simple to make, fun to share, and perfect for holiday gifting or hosting a DIY get-together with friends.

Why You’ll Love This DIY

Creating your own crystal bath salts isn’t just satisfying — it’s an experience. You can customize colors, scents, and even tadd botanicals for visual impact.

Relaxation: Lavender essential oil soothes the mind and body.
Aesthetic: Purple mica gives the salts a soft, luxurious sparkle.
Customizable: Add dried botanicals or extra essential oil blends for a personal touch.
Gift-ready: Easy to make multiple jars for friends, family, or coworkers.

Ingredients (8 oz / 226 g Batch)

Ingredient	Amount	Notes
Coarse sea salt or bath salt crystals	8 oz (226 g)	Larger grains create a “crystal” look
Lavender essential oil	1% → 2.26 g (~2.2 mL / 40–45 drops)	Use high-quality, therapeutic-grade oil
Polysorbate 80 (can substitute olive solubulizer for a more natural touch)	0.5% → 1.1 g (~1 mL)	Helps disperse essential oils and mica evenly
Purple mica	1/16–1/8 teaspoon	Adjust for desired color intensity
Vitamin E (tocopherol), optional	0.5% → 1.1 g (~1 mL)	Helps slow oxidation and subtly conditions the skin

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Measure Your Salt

Add 8 oz (226 g) of coarse salt to a clean, dry mixing bowl. Large crystals give the most visual impact and make the salts feel luxurious.

2. Blend Aromatics

In a small container, mix the lavender essential oil with polysorbate 80 and optional vitamin E. Stir gently until uniform. Polysorbate helps the oil and mica disperse evenly in the bath water.

3. Infuse the Salt

Pour the aromatic blend over the salt. Mix thoroughly with a spoon or gloved hands until the salt is evenly coated.

4. Add Color

Sprinkle in the purple mica, starting with 1/16 teaspoon. Mix until the salt takes on a soft, even lavender hue. Add more mica if you want deeper color.

5. Jar and Label

Transfer the finished salts into airtight jars. Clear jars show off the beautiful purple crystals and make them perfect for gifting.

How to Use

Add 1–2 tablespoons to warm running bath water. Swirl to help dissolve the crystals and release the soothing lavender aroma. Soak for 15–20 minutes and enjoy your spa-like experience at home.

Holiday Gifting & DIY Gatherings

This bath salt recipe isn’t just for your own pampering — it’s a fantastic gift or DIY activity:

Gift it: Make several jars to give as holiday presents. Add festive tags or your brand colors for a personal touch.
Host a DIY night: Invite friends or family for a bath-salt making gathering — everyone goes home with their own jar.
Personalize: Try different mica colors or aromatherapy blends for themed sets (e.g., “Calm & Cozy,” “Winter Spa,” “Holiday Cheer”).

Scaling Up — DIY-Friendly

Making multiple jars? Here’s how to scale without complications:

Multiply ingredients proportionally:
- 2 jars → 16 oz salt, 4.5 mL lavender EO, 2 mL polysorbate, ½ tsp mica
- 4 jars → 32 oz salt, 9 mL lavender EO, 4.5 mL polysorbate, 1 tsp mica
Use a larger mixing container to combine all ingredients at once.
Stir thoroughly before dividing into jars to ensure even scent and color.
Label each jar with scent, batch date, or holiday theme to keep things organized.

Optional Enhancements

Sprinkle in dried lavender buds for a botanical touch.
When using different essential oil blends be sure they are skin safe and age appropriate. Check supplier guidelines for dermal limits and any safety concerns.

Final Thoughts

This lavender crystal bath salt is more than just a DIY project — it’s a little ritual of self-care, a thoughtful gift, and a chance to bring friends together for a creative, fragrant experience. Whether you’re making a single jar for yourself or a dozen for holiday gifting, this recipe is simple, elegant, and entirely customizable.

For my clients I shake these salts up with a little fizz and bubble. I use a similar approach to create a fizzy foot soak for a local salon. It's part of their pedicure service. They wanted a foot soak that not only looked beautiful but also offered a bit of pizzazz while maintaining a clean, natural ingredient profile.

The foot soak includes several natural, naturally derived, and nature identical ingredients that offer a bit of fizz, foam, and of course a soothing aromatic experience derived from essential oils and natural fragrance.

Who do you know that might enjoy a gift of crystal bath salts or perhaps like to use them in their salon?

Drop your comments or questions below.

Aromatic blessings,

Tricia