Rosemary Chamomile Detox Bath Salts

A hot bath is a relaxing way to unwind at the end of a busy day. It can also help promote peaceful sleep. This all-natural recipe uses simple ingredients including Epsom salt, baking soda, herbs, and essential oils to make inexpensive but luxurious bath salts.

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What is a detox bath?

Detox baths are a natural body care practice based on the folk medicine idea that toxins can be drawn out of the skin (our largest organ) by soaking in a hot bath that contains purifying substances.

Common additives to detox baths include clay,  mineral salts, Epsom salts, baking soda, essential oils, and herbs. My favorites are Epsom salts, baking soda, and essential oils.

Why do I enjoy detox baths?

I am a fitful sleeper! First, I have trouble falling asleep, then I toss, and I turn, and I kick. (You are really envying my husband right now. 😉)

Increasing my magnesium levels by taking a hot bath with detox bath salts before bed helps me sleep better, calms my restless leg syndrome, and makes me feel less stressed.

Epsom salt baths are my favorite way to increase magnesium levels naturally. They are a de-stressing ritual at the end of the day and can feel like a high-end spa treatment with the right ingredients.

Expert Advice for Detox Baths

Many health practitioners recommend detoxification baths for better sleep. The most common recommendation is soaking in a warm bath for 20 -30 minutes a night to aid in sleep and help relieve stress.

I like to add Epsom salts, baking soda, and essential oil to make the soak into a luxurious experience!

How to Make Detox Bath Salts

This detox bath recipe uses four simple ingredients that promote stress release, aid in sleep, and can assist with weight loss. You may already have many of them in your home. (Learn more about DIY bath salts here.)

Ingredients

1. Magnesium Sulfate:  Popularly known as Epsom Salt.  Soaking in Epsom salts is an excellent way to transdermally absorb magnesium, which is used for treating anxiety, chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), Lyme disease, fibromyalgia, leg cramps, migraine headaches, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), restless leg syndrome, skin infections and more.

2. Sodium Bicarbonate:  Popularly known as Baking Soda. Sodium bicarbonate makes bath water alkaline which can assist with detoxification and the absorption of the other detoxifying ingredients. Baking soda also soothes irritated skin, relieves pain or itching, and leaves the skin feeling silky.

3. Rosemary Leaves and Essential Oils:  Rosemary is a fragrant evergreen plant that is commonly used in aromatherapy to stimulate blood circulation, relieve headaches and muscle aches,  reduce stress, and boost the immune system. It is also used topically to treat skin conditions such as eczema and in bath therapy.

4. Chamomile Flowers: Many people know chamomile tea as a relaxing drink.  It is also a calming,  soothing herb with anti-inflammatory properties. Chamomile is used for soothing skin ailments including eczema and hemorrhoids. It also has anxiety reducing qualities and is used to treat sleep disorders.

Recipe

• 2 cups Epsom Salt (unscented)
• 1/2 cup Baking Soda
• 10 drops of Rosemary Essential Oil
• 2 tsp carrier oil (such as sweet almond, argan oil, or jojoba oil)
• 2 tea bags of Chamomile Tea (100% chamomile)
• 1/4 cup Dried Rosemary (optional)

Instructions

1. Mix Epsom salts and baking soda.
2. Add essential oil and carrier oil to a small glass or ceramic dish and mix thoroughly.
3. Drizzle the scent mixture over the dry ingredients and mix until thoroughly combined with no clumps.
4. Crush rosemary into fine pieces and pour over the dry mixture with the contents of the chamomile tea bags.
5. Stir all ingredients together until well combined.
6. Store in an airtight container. (You may make several batches at once.)

How to Take a Detox Bath

Take a Rosemary Chamomile Detox Bath or try my Magnesium Rose Bath Salts at night just before going to bed. A nighttime bath ritual is a great way to relax, reduce stress, and avoid late night food cravings.

To prepare the bath: Fill the tub with hot water.  Add 1-2 cups of Rosemary Chamomile Detox Bath salts then soak for 20-30 minutes. Add music, candles, a good book or an interesting podcast to make bath time more enjoyable. Make sure to have a cold glass of drinking water within reach to rehydrate during the bath.

Detox Bath Warnings

If you have any medical conditions or take prescription medicines you should consult with your doctor before taking a detox bath or using magnesium.

Hot bath water can cause dehydration and dizziness. Drink lots of water while taking a detox bath and never take a detox bath when using drugs or alcohol.

It is important to add the essential oils to a teaspoon of carrier oil to protect your skin.

This information is provided for educational purposes only and has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

More Easy DIY Bath Recipes

These easy all-natural bath products soften skin, promote detox, aid in sleep, and relax tired muscles. Try one today!

Fresh Snow Moisturizing Detox Bath – This moisturizing bath soak looks like freshly fallen snow. It contains natural oils to soften skin and magnesium-rich Epsom salts to help relax your body and mind before bed. You can make and use this easy recipe today!

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