Tree Hut Merry Mint Shea Sugar Scrub, Exfoliating

Tree Hut Merry Mint Shea Sugar Scrub is a festive, 18 oz exfoliating body scrub that polishes away dead skin while delivering rich hydration from shea butter and natural oils.

Seasonal skincare that combines sugar exfoliation with moisturizing butters and oils, Merry Mint leaves skin feeling smoother and smelling of iced peppermint, cotton candy, and warm vanilla bean. Designed for use in the shower or bath, this limited-edition scrub balances gentle mechanical exfoliation with nourishing ingredients like shea butter, avocado oil, sweet almond oil, safflower oil, and orange oil to help restore softness and brightness to dry winter skin.

How does this scrub exfoliate without over-drying?

The formula uses cane sugar crystals to lift and buff away dead skin cells, providing a tactile polish rather than aggressive abrasion. Unlike high-alkaline cleansers, the scrub pairs exfoliation with emollients so the skin barrier is soothed during and after use.

• Sugar granules that dissolve with water for controlled exfoliation
• Shea butter to replenish lipids and reduce tightness after buffing
• Natural oils (avocado, sweet almond, safflower, orange) to lock in moisture

Will this scent be overpowering for sensitive noses?

Merry Mint offers a bright, holiday-forward fragrance profile anchored in peppermint with supporting notes of cotton candy sweetness and vanilla warmth. The aroma is noticeable in use but designed to fade after rinsing, leaving a subtle, pleasant trace rather than a long-lasting perfume cloud.

• Top note: iced peppermint for a crisp, cool opening
• Middle sweetness: cotton candy adds playful warmth
• Base: vanilla bean for rounded, comforting finish

How should I use it for best results during winter months?

Apply the scrub to damp skin in gentle, circular motions—concentrate on rough areas like elbows, knees, and heels—then rinse thoroughly. Use 1–3 times per week depending on skin sensitivity and follow with a moisturizer or body oil while skin is still slightly damp to seal in hydration.

• Use on damp skin for easier spread and partial sugar dissolution
• Limit to a few times weekly to avoid overstimulation of sensitive skin
• Pat dry and apply a cream or oil to maximize softness and hydration

Is this a good gift or seasonal treat?

Yes—its festive scent and 18 oz jar make it an attractive stocking stuffer or self-care pick for winter routines. The limited-edition packaging and crowd-pleasing fragrance profile make it an accessible pampering option for friends, family, or as a personal holiday indulgence.

• Generous 18 oz jar suitable for multiple uses or sharing
• Seasonal scent that reads festive without being novelty-only
• Works well as a standalone gift or paired with a moisturizer for a gift set

Who is this for: Tree Hut Merry Mint Shea Sugar Scrub suits anyone seeking a tactile, nourishing exfoliant during colder months—people with normal to dry skin looking to slough off dullness and restore softness, holiday gifters wanting an affordable treat, and fans of sweet-menthol fragrance blends. If your skin is extremely sensitive or you react to fragranced products, test a small patch first or choose an unscented scrub.

Ingredients

Sucrose, Glycerin, Polysorbate 20, Silica, Fragrance (Parfum), Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Aqua/Water/Eau, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Jojoba Esters, Sorbic Acid, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf, Ascorbic Acid, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Talc, Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract, Retinyl Palmitate, Tocopherol, Tin Oxide, Tocopheryl Acetate, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Red 30 (CI 73360)