First let’s talk about the different types of bath you might choose to take. By using epsom salt, you can create a gentle detox effect for your body. This is useful during an illness or simply to help flush the system. Secondly, you might want to take a bath to soothe dry or irritated skin. Perhaps you have dry skin or a rash, using a skin soothing bath is a great choice. Finally, maybe you’re looking to add some extra moisture to your skin. By adding a small amount of carrier oil to your bath, you can achieve smooth, moisturized skin. *Update: Always dilute your essential oils in either a carrier oil or a liquid soap.
Are you looking for a relaxing bath or to gently detox your body?
This is the recipe for you!
- Himalayan Salt
- Epsom salt
- Magnesium Flakes
Choose any combination of the above salts, measure out 2 cups total and place in medium glass bowl. Add your choice of essential oils from the recipes below or your own mix & stir well to combine. When adding a stock blend, you want to use approximately 6 drops per 1/2 cup bath salts.
Store in lidded jar. Make 2 baths.
Dry, irritated or red skin? Try this soothing bath for a full body pampering.
- 1/2 c full fat cream or milk combined with any properly diluted recipe below to create a soothing bath for your skin! Add to bath under running water. Makes 1 bath.
Moisturizing bath!
- Carrier oil of choice (I prefer jojoba) with any of the recipes below to boost your skin’s appearance and have soft, silky skin! If making a stock blend use a glass dropper and then add 3-4 droppers for a bath. I usually make 2 ounces at a time and use 9-12 drops total essential oils.
Recipe Ideas:
Intended to create stock blends in 5 mL bottles, which you can add to your bath at any time. I love to make stock blends so I don’t have to spend a lot of time prepping a bath. The work is done prior so you can slip into a comforting bath when you need to! So grab your 5 mL bottles and let’s get started…
Relaxation:
- 30 drops Lavender
- 20 drops Roman chamomile
- 20 drops Cedarwood
Achiness:
{best with Magnesium Flakes}
- 20 drops Marjoram
- 40 drops Lavender
- 10 drops German chamomile
Skin Soother:
{best with milk bath}
- 10 drops Sandalwood
- 50 drops Lavender
- 20 drops Roman chamomile
Deep Sleep:
{best just before bed}
In 3 ounces jojoba combine, use 2-3 droppers full in a bath under running warm water. Alternately you can add 2 dropper full to 1/2 cup epsom salt.
Now, take a deep breath, grab a cup of chamomile tea and go take that nice bath and relax!
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How to Create an Aromatherapy Bath