Scrubs and extracts question

[Miracles]

Hello! I just joined here. I am experimenting with making sugar scrubs right now and have seen recipes that use extract flavorings (vanilla, etc.) in them. I was wondering if extracts are safe to use in scrubs and if they provide any scent (can they be substituted for scent)? I can't seem to find much info on this just googling.

Thank you!

 

[TheGecko]

Hello! I just joined here. I am experimenting with making sugar scrubs right now and have seen recipes that use extract flavorings (vanilla, etc.) in them. I was wondering if extracts are safe to use in scrubs and if they provide any scent (can they be substituted for scent)? I can't seem to find much info on this just googling.

From what I have read, not a good idea to use them as they are not considered 'skin safe'. What you do on a personal level is your business, but if you intend to sell, you would need to follow Cosmetic (FDA) guidelines.

 

[lsg]

The Herbarie has skin safe herbal extracts that might work for your scrubs.

 

[Miracles]

Thank you for your responses! I think I'll stick with the approved fragrance oils that meet the FDA standards then. I do plan on eventually selling them.

I've been looking at a few suppliers. Are there any that you would strongly recommend?