DIY Simple Aromatherapy Bath Salt Recipes For Busy Women

Last Updated September 23, 2023

The Importance Of Self-Care For Busy Women

As busy women and mothers, we tend to put our family’s needs ahead of our own. This can lead us to have feelings of irritability, exhaustion and burnout. If you find yourself having similar feelings and neglecting your own self-care needs, take time to nurture yourself just as you nurture your family. As a busy Mom myself, one of my favorite self-care practices is aromatherapy. Breathing in the aromatic scents of plant based essential oils can help promote feelings of calm and uplift your mood. You can create your own aromatherapy experience with our simple DIY bath salts recipe and essential oils.

Aromatherapy Bath Salts For Relaxation

Drift into the ultimate relaxation experience with aromatherapy bath salts! These simple DIY bath salt recipes will transform your ordinary bath into a luxurious spa retreat. Just sprinkle a handful into warm water, sit back, and let the soothing scents whisk you away to a world of tranquility. Whether you seek serenity with lavender’s calming embrace or a revitalizing experience with the invigorating aroma of eucalyptus, there’s a scent for everyone. Indulging in these homemade bath salt recipes will be your soothing escape after a long day, offering not only relaxation but also precious benefits for your skin. So go ahead, indulge in some self-care and take your baths to the next level with our aromatherapy bath salts recipes. 

What Are The Benefits Of Using Aromatherapy Bath Salts?

Using aromatherapy bath salts can make your bath time luxurious, relaxing and provide a range of benefits. Imagine yourself sinking into the warm bath water, enveloped in the soothing scents of dried lavender and rose. As the aromatic goodness fills the air, the stress from your busy day melts away and your muscles begin to unwind. But that’s not all – these magical bath salts contain magnesium sulfate and essential oil blends that can help improve sleep quality, alleviate muscle tension, and even enhance mood. Your skin, too, reaps the rewards as the nourishing oils lock in moisture and rejuvenate, leaving behind a silky-smooth touch. Indulge in a good soak and let those bath salts work their magic.

Gathering Your Ingredients And Supplies

Gathering your ingredients and supplies is the exciting first step in making your own bath salts adventure. The simple diy recipes below combine Epsom salt, pink Himalayan salt or Dead sea salt, dried flowers and essential oils to create a relaxing sensation that leaves your skin feeling glowing, soft and refreshed.

To create your personalized relaxation potions, you’ll need a few essential items:

Base Salts

Base salts, such as Epsom salt (magnesium sulfate) or coarse salts like Dead Sea salt and Pink Himalayan salt, are the foundation of bath salt mixtures. They enhance the exfoliating properties of bath salts and provide essential minerals that can nourish and detoxify the skin during your bath.

Essential oils

The reason you may want to include essential oils in your bath is for their many therapeutic benefits. They help promote relaxation, ease stress, alleviate muscle tension, and improve overall well-being. Additionally, they offer skincare benefits, such as moisturizing dry skin, soothing irritation, and promoting a healthy, radiant complexion when diluted appropriately in the bath. If you choose to include essential oils in your bath salts, be sure that they are 100% pure and undiluted.

Botanical dried herbs or flowers

You can also add a few dried flowers to your bath salts for their aromatic scent, some added color, and beauty. I’ve included dried lavender, rose, and chamomile in the recipes below.

Mixing bowls

When it comes to selecting mixing bowls for creating bath salts, it’s essential to choose options that are both safe and practical for your DIY projects. My top choices are glass or stainless mixing bowls. Both are considered non-reactive, meaning they won’t interact with the ingredients in your bath salts.

Wooden Spoons

Wooden spoons can be used for blending your bath salt ingredients. They are a good choice because they won’t react with the essential oils and are easy to clean.

Airtight glass jars

Airtight glass jars are important for storing your bath salts. Airtight seals prevent moisture and air from entering the jar, preserving the freshness and quality of the contents. In the case of bath salts, this helps maintain the integrity of the salts and any added essential oils or botanicals.

Before you begin, ensure you have all these items at your fingertips, so you can dive right into the creative process and start crafting your soothing bath salts.

Essential Oil Therapeutic Benefits

The use of essential oils infused into the bath salts create an aromatic experience to melt your stress away. Each essential oil serves a therapeutic purpose.

Lavender– Lavender is a great oil for relaxing and calming the mind. It’s gentle aroma promotes tranquility and may ease stress and anxiety.

Peppermint– Peppermint oil has an uplifting aroma that may help support a refreshing breathing experience, ease sore muscles and headaches. I like to add peppermint to my bath water before exercising as well as after working out.

Eucalyptus– Eucalyptus essential oil has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that may help soothe bodily aches and pains, promote easy breathing and enhance relaxation.

Frankincense-Frankincense oil is known as the ‘King” of essential oils and may help ease feelings of stress and nourish your skin, leaving you with a sense of calm and refreshed radiance.

Chamomile– Chamomile may have soothing effects on the skin and promote feelings of calm and ease, making it an ideal choice for a relaxing and therapeutic bathing experience.

Botanical Bath Salts Benefits

The healing benefits of herbs have historically been combined in bathing rituals to soothe the body and mind. When steeped in warm bath water, botanicals release delightful fragrances creating a soothing and aromatic ambiance that promotes relaxation and reduces stress. Adding botanical dried herbs and flowers to your bath can enhance the bathing experience offering both aesthetic and therapeutic benefits:

Lavender-dried lavender buds promote relaxation with their sweet floral aroma.

Chamomile- dried chamomile flowers are known to soothe irritated skin, promote calm and relaxation.

Rose petals- dried rose petals may help ease stress, uplift mood, exfoliate and soothe dry skin.

Orange peels- dried orange peels have a slightly coarse texture that can promote gentle exfoliation, removing dead skin cells and leaving your skin smoother.

While adding botanical dried herbs and flowers to your bath can provide numerous benefits, it’s essential to ensure that you use safe and appropriate botanicals, especially if you have allergies or sensitivities. I also like to use a muslin bag to contain the dried herbs and flowers, preventing them from clogging the drain. This infuses the botanicals into your bath creating a delightful bath tea experience.

Basic Essential Oil Bath Salt Recipe

1 Cup pink Himalayan salt or Dead sea salt

3 Cups of Epsom salt

2-3 Tablespoons herbal dried flowers

30 Drops of your favorite aromatic essential Oil (see above for essential oil benefits)

Step 1. In a medium-sized bowl, mix together pink Himalayan salt or Dead sea salt, Epsom salt, and dried flowers.

Step 2. Add 30 drops of your favorite essential oil and blend.

Step 3. After the ingredients are thoroughly mixed, place them in an airtight container.

**To use simply scoop 1/2 cup in warm running water and enjoy your relaxing, aromatic experience.

Calming Chamomile Bath

How Long Does Homemade Bath Salts Last?

Homemade bath salts can last for quite a long time if stored properly. The shelf life of homemade bath salts can vary depending on the ingredients used and how they are stored. Typically, if kept in an airtight glass jar away from moisture and direct sunlight, homemade bath salts can last anywhere from 6 months to a year. However, it is always a good idea to check for any signs of spoilage, such as changes in color or texture, before using them. Also, if you notice any unpleasant odors or irritations when using the bath salts, it is best to discard them and make a fresh batch.

Pamper Yourself With DIY Bath Salt Recipes For Busy Women

So there you have it, busy women! Aromatherapy bath salts are the perfect way to help you relax and pamper yourself at the end of a challenging day with the delightful recipes shared above. Crafting your very own DIY aromatherapy bath salts isn’t just a creative endeavor; it’s a soul-nurturing journey. These salts aren’t just salts; they’re your personalized ticket to tranquility and well-being. Each blend allows you to customize the scents and ingredients to suit your preferences. But, if you’re not into DIY or simply want to treat yourself, I’ve got you covered! I also offer handcrafted bath salts that are ready to use for soaking your stress away. Continue below with my handcrafted ready-to-buy, premium bath salt soaks that are made with natural plant-based ingredients and infused with pure essential oils. Simply add the fragrant bath salts to your warm bath water to create a calming experience that soothes your senses. Whichever path you choose, incorporating aromatherapy bath salts into your self-care routine is sure to enhance your well-being and leave you feeling blissfully relaxed.

Self-Love Bath Soak Singles

Take time to nurture yourself with this Aromatherapy Self-Love bath soak. Designed to promote self-reflection, and calmness and uplift your mood. 

Relaxing Lavender Rose Bath Soak Singles

Relaxing Lavender Rose bath soak is designed to support a relaxing sensation that leaves your skin feeling glowing, soft, and refreshed.

Breathe Ease Bath Soak Singles

Breathe Easy bath soak is designed to support relaxation and a refreshing breathing experience. Bath salt soaks are made with natural plant-based ingredients and infused with pure essential oils.

Sore Muscles Bath Soak Singles

Sore Muscle soak is designed to help you relax and soothe bodily aches. Simply add the bath salt to your warm bath water to create a calming experience that soothes your senses. 

Calming Chamomile Bath Soak Singles

Soak your cares away with Calming Chamomile Botanical Bath Salts. A single bag is perfect for a night of sacred self-care. The healing benefits of herbs have historically been combined in bathing rituals to bring balance to the body and mind.

Other Natural Ways to Practice Self-Care

Bathing blissfully with soothing aromatic scents as you drift in relaxation is one of many natural ways to support your own self-care. Learn more ways to nurture yourself just as you nurture your family. Begin your wellness journey today by clicking on the link below to sign up for a FREE Wellness Strategy Session.

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