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Detox Bath Salts

August 22, 2014   |   8 Comments

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This recipe for Detox Bath Salts not only smells fantastic, but can also help soothe sore muscles, relieve stress and ease headaches! There are many health benefits to using epsom salts and baking baking soda in your bath, such as improving circulatory health and the absorption of nutrients. Baking soda is also commonly used in the bath to detoxify and alkalize your body. But best of all, this bath salt recipe is inexpensive and simple to make too!

You will need:

  • Epsom Salt
  • Coarse Sea Salt
  • Baking Soda
  • Essential Oil(s)

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It is basically a 3:2:1 ratio. Here, I used 1 Cup Epsom Salt, 1/2 Cup Sea Salt and 1/4 Cup Baking Soda. I chose Tangerine essential oil because it is known to have a calming effect, so I thought it would be perfect for relaxation! In this mixture, I added about 2 teaspoons to the mixture. Simply mix all ingredients in a bowl, mix well and store in an air-tight container or jar, preferably glass. I have previously stored bath salts or scrubs in tupperware type containers and was never able to use them for food afterwards. They absorb the “aroma” and after awhile, it often becomes more of an unpleasant odor. Even sanitizing and the dishwasher wasn’t able to completely remove the smell. Here, I found the jar pictured above for about $2 at Michaels. This would make a very affordable DIY gift! There is always an occasion popping up where a gift like this would be perfect! (The holidays are coming so make sure to pin this!) I have also previously posted about the benefits of a simple detox bath. You can find more info on that HERE.

Here is a list of alternative Essential Oils you can substitute and what effect they are known to have.

Congestion: Eucalyptus, Peppermint, Tea Tree

Calming: Tangerine, Chamomile, Bergamot, Lavender

Invigorating: Orange, Lemon, Grapefruit, Lime, Peppermint, Spearmint, Rosemary

Lastly, Vanilla oil is said to be amazing for improving your mood. It also blends well with many of the oils listed above. You can certainly play around with the mixtures to achieve your perfect blend!

Some oils have more potent aromas than others, so always start with less oil in your mixture. You can always add more if need be, but you can’t take any away!

 

Filed Under: beauty, diy, fitness, gifts, health, home remedies

Comments

  1. lorraine williamson says

    August 24, 2014 at 3:46 pm

    love this idea will have to make some for myself thanks for sharing

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  2. Brita Long says

    August 24, 2014 at 4:54 pm

    I love bath salts! I make mine with lavender oil. It’s so relaxing!

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  3. Tenns @ New Mama Diaries says

    August 27, 2014 at 9:38 pm

    I’ve been meaning to try out DIY bath salts for the longest! I’ll definitely be keeping your post on hand for when I finally do. Thanks for sharing at Creative Style! We hope to see you back next week!

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  4. Shanice says

    August 29, 2014 at 12:03 pm

    Going to try this! Thank you for sharing this post at City of Creative Dream’s City of Links last Friday! I appreciate you taking the time to party with me. Hope to see you again this week 🙂

    Reply
  5. lucie says

    September 14, 2014 at 8:30 am

    Love this idea and fab for gifts too! Bath salts are so detoxifying and good for the skin!

    Reply
  6. Diary of a Product Junkie says

    September 15, 2014 at 8:37 am

    I need to get me some Epsom salt! How long does it last? ^_^

    Reply

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