3 DIY Stress Relieving Detox Spa Bath Recipes.

posted in Health & Fitness on 12/12/2013

1. The Basic Detox: with lavender oil. Once a week for 20 minutes, sit in a hot bath that contains a handful of Epsom salts, 10 drops of lavender essential oil, and a half cup of baking soda.

This combo draws out toxins, lowers stress-related hormones, and balances your pH levels-- a great way to balance yourself after a long or stressful week!

2. The Ultimate Detox Bath : with glycerine and essential oils.

Detox bath mixture - Add one cup of sea salt to a mixing bowl. There are all types of natural sea salts ranging from Celtic salts to beautiful pink Himalayan salt crystals. It's your choice or mix several to experience the beneficial effects from the mineral combination.

Add one cup of Epsom salt and two cups of aluminum-free baking soda to the bowl and stir

· Mix in two to three teaspoons of glycerin and several drops of your favorite essential oil to scent the mixture. Lavender, rose, sandalwood, mandarin orange and bergamot are popular.

· Stir the mixture until it's well blended and store in a sealed and labeled glass jar. Make it decorative by adding a small amount of natural food coloring, and you can leave it on your bathroom counter for display.

3. The Relaxing Spa Day Detox: with apple cider vinegar

Spa day Fill the tub with comfortably warm water -- not too hot because it can dry your skin and make you feel tired. Add 1/4 cup of your special detox bath mixture. Add a cup of organic apple cider vinegar, especially if you have sore muscles. Soak in the tub for no more than 10 minutes at first until you get used to the effect that the detox has on your system. Increase your bath time slowly. Take as many baths as you like; however, it's best to start out with no more than twice a week until you're used to it.

You can also add dried or fresh rose petals or rose essential oils for a more sexy feel scent along with 2/3 cup of milk or powdered milk (for storing).