Self-care can come in all shapes and forms. One of my favorite, inexpensive ways to practice self-care on a regular basis during the winter months is to take baths. Taking baths can help your body eliminate toxins and relax at the same time. Take your bath to the next level by using essential oils, which provide antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory benefits, along with common household items like baking soda, Epsom salts can help flush impurities from the body by allowing it to sweat out toxins (source). Epsom salt is also a source of magnesium. Magnesium is found in food sources and can also be assimilated through the skin. Magnesium is responsible for several key biochemical reactions in the body. Here are 3 simple bath salt combos to try to elevate your next Epsom salt bath.
Ylang Ylang + Vanilla Salt Bath Salts
Ingredients:
- 1 Cup Himalayan Pink or Sea Salts
- 1 Cup Epsom Salts
- 20 Drops Ylang Ylang Essential Oil
- 10 Drops to Vanilla Essential Oil
Instructions:
- Mix all ingredients in a bowl.
- Store in an air tight container.
- Use 1 Cup of the bath salts per bath.
Lavender + Rosemary Bath Salts
Ingredients:
- 1 Cup Sea Salts
- 1 Epsom Salts
- 20 Drops Lavender Essential Oil
- 10 Drops Rosemary Essential Oil
Instructions:
- Mix all ingredients in a bowl.
- Store in an air tight container.
- Use 1 Cup of the bath salts per bath.
Eucalyptus + Peppermint Bath Salts
Ingredients:
- 1 Cup Epsom Salts
- 1 /2 Cup Sea Salts
- 1/2 Cup Baking Soda
- 15 Drops Eucalyptus Essential Oil
- 10 Drops Peppermint Essential Oil
Instructions:
- Mix all ingredients in a bowl.
- Store in an air tight container.
- Use 1 Cups of the bath salts per bath.
Feel free to add on things like dried flowers, or oils like sweet almond or jojoba to further upgrade your bath experience!
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