Holiday season can get overwhelming for makers. It’s the time of year with long market days, late-night batching, and customers expecting beautiful gift options. Sometimes the best way to keep things manageable is to stick with simple and reliable products that still feel luxurious.

That’s why we created this guide with three 3-ingredient recipes that:

• work well for holiday tables
• look beautiful when packaged
• feel amazing on the skin
• are easy to scale
• use ingredients that are always available in our shop

With all that in mind, let’s make your holiday lineup simple, silky, and stress-free. Let’s get started!

1. Comfort Glow Body Oil

A silky and moisturizing body oil that absorbs quickly and feels winter-friendly without being heavy.

You’ll need:

• Almond Oil – 2 oz
• Jojoba Oil – 1 oz
• 8–10 drops essential oil blend (Sweet Orange + a touch of Lavender or Cedarwood work beautifully)

How to make it:

1. Start with a clean, dry glass beaker or small mixing bowl.
2. Add 2 oz Almond Oil and 1 oz Jojoba Oil.
3. Stir gently for 10–15 seconds to blend the oils.
4. Add your essential oils (8–10 drops total) and stir again until fully combined.
5. Carefully pour the mixture into a 1 oz Amber Dropper Bottle using a small funnel.
6. Cap, shake gently, and let it sit for 1 hour so the scent settles.

Why it works:

Almond Oil brings a soft, nourishing base, while Jojoba helps balance it so the oil doesn’t feel greasy. A sweet, gentle blend adds the perfect holiday touch.

Packaging ideas:

• 1 oz Amber Dropper Bottles
• Minimal Kraft Label + twine tie

2. Winter Kitchen Sugar Scrub

A bright, refreshing exfoliant perfect for winter kitchens, teacher gifts, and stocking stuffers.

You’ll need:

• Sugar – ½ cup
• Grapeseed Oil – ¼ cup
• 10–12 drops Lemon or any citrus essential oil

How to make it:

1. In a clean mixing bowl, add ½ cup sugar.
2. Slowly pour in ¼ cup Grapeseed Oil, stirring as you go.
3. Mix until the texture looks evenly coated but not soupy.
4. Add your essential oils (10–12 drops) and stir again to distribute the scent.
5. Spoon into small jars and level the top with a spoon or spatula.
6. Wipe the jar rims clean before sealing with lids.

Why it works:

Grapeseed Oil is lightweight and absorbs easily, giving the scrub a smooth texture that doesn’t feel oily. Citrus adds that fresh, “clean” winter-kitchen scent customers love.

Packaging ideas:

• Small glass jars
• Simple kraft labels
• Add a wooden spoon for a premium feel

3. Conditioning Holiday Hair Oil

A smoothing and nourishing hair oil that adds shine without heaviness. A customer favorite during winter gift season.

You’ll need:

• Argan Oil – 1 oz
• Jojoba Oil – 1 oz
• 6–8 drops Lavender + Cedarwood essential oil (or use individually)

How to make it:

1. In a clean glass beaker, combine 1 oz Argan Oil and 1 oz Jojoba Oil.
2. Stir gently or swirl the beaker to blend the oils.
3. Add your essential oils (6–8 drops total) and stir again.
4. Use a funnel to pour the mixture into a 1 oz Amber Dropper Bottle.
5. Cap tightly and shake softly to distribute the scent.
6. Let it rest for at least 1 hour so the fragrance settles into the blend.

Why it works:

Argan Oil brings deep nourishment, while Jojoba Oil helps the blend absorb quickly so hair feels soft, not oily. The Lavender–Cedarwood blend creates a clean, comforting winter scent loved by many.

Packaging ideas:

• 1 oz Amber Dropper Bottles
• Simple label + ribbon or kraft tag
• Perfect for “Winter Self-Care” or “Holiday Hair Care” gift sets
  
  

Keeping It Simple (and Profitable) This Holiday Season

Makers often do best with simple products that are easy to batch consistently. When your base ingredients are predictable, especially when purchased in bulk, your workflow becomes smoother, your margins stay healthy, and you avoid last-minute ingredient shortages.

All the oils mentioned here are available year-round in our website whenever you’re ready to stock up.

Wishing you a season of smooth batching, good margins, and beautifully simple gift sets.