Why Not Make Your Own Bath Salts – It’s Fun!
One common type of aromatherapy is bath salts. Aromatherapy is used for relaxation by using scents which help body and mind to relax. Plants have a lot of essential oils in them that are used for scented candles, potpourri, and bath salts that are homemade. Essential oils gathered from different types of plants give the scented item a different smell. Aromatherapy experts believe that different scents evoke different types of emotions and responses.
A bubble bath can be made into a aromatic utopia when you add scented oils. At boutiques and spas, you can purchase scented bath oils and salts; but scented bath salts can cost quite a lot. If you make your own bath salts, you can achieve the pleasure of bath time aromatherapy without spending a fortune.
One of the great things about making your own bath salts is that it’s a project your whole family can be involved with. You should plan to make your own bath salts on a day when your child is having a sleep over or a birthday party. When the party is over, each child takes home some of the bath salts they made themselves. If you are at a loss for birthday and Christmas gifts you may want to use the homemade bath salts for gifts. When you make your own bath salts, you will wow your family and friends with your craftiness.
Bath salts don’t create themselves out of thin air. You should gather the ingredients before starting to make your own bath salts. Epsom salt, (or salt from the Dead Sea) is an ingredient that is necessary when you decide to make your own bath salts along with essential oil in a small bottle (you can chose a scent that is based on your own personal preference) and sodium bicarbonate. Your bath salts will retain the color of baking soda, but if you are interested in making more colorful salts, simply add a couple drops of your choice of food coloring. You will also need to find jars that you can use to store the homemade bathing salts.
Thankfully you’ll find this recipe for making your own bath salts is simple to follow, just about as simple as preparing mac and cheese. The first step is to mix a few drops of essential oil, 2 teaspoons of baking soda, and 2 cups of salt. When the mixture is thoroughly combined, pour the mixture into a glass container. Make sure to tighten the jar. Now that the work is done, enjoy the fruits of your labor and celebrate with a bubble bath!