Glycerin or Oil?

[Stellagirl]

Does anyone make body scrubs with glycerin instead of or in addition to oil? What are the benefits or the non-benefits?
Just curious, I've seen some recipes using glycerin, just don't know what the plus side is.
Thanks

 

[itunu]

If you use glycerin then you can't really use salt or sugar as your exfoliant as the glycerin will melt it (http://swiftcraftymonkey.blogspot.co.uk/2012/09/quick-note-on-using-water-in-sugar-and.html) so you could try something like jojoba beads or ground rice instead.

Most people find glycerin used at more than 3% too sticky.

If you use oils/butters in addition to glycerin then you will need an emulsifier so that they mix.

To give you more exfoliant options and not have to use an emulsifier, I would advise to leave out the glycerin - recipe here if you want to try without - http://makingskincare.com/how-to-make-a-scrub/