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Homemade Bath Salts " src="http://www.number-2-pencil.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Homemade-Bath-Salts-2.jpg" width="600" height="900" /> Today, I’m sharing an easy recipe for Homemade Bath Salts . Choose your favorite scent and a coordinating color , and you have a lovely homemade gift . Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and these homemade bath salts would be a perfect gift for mom. Speaking of gifts for mom, I’m teaming up with some of my favorite blogger friends for the Year of Celebrations Pinterest party . This month is all about Mom, Dads and Grads. If you are a blogger, keep reading to see how you can join in. If you aren’t a blogger, follow along on our Year of Celebrations board to be inspired by amazing projects! You can make this project really easy and just mix one big batch of any scent, or you can divide it up and make several different scents. I used peppermint oil, sweet orange oil and lavender. Then used food coloring ...

Bath salts have several nutrients and minerals, and as they dissolve in water quickly, they give you a refreshing shower/bathing experience. It is important to select the right types of bath salts while making sure they do not cause any allergic reaction. You also need to understand how to use bath salts properly . Keep reading to discover more about bath salts and their benefits. Benefits of Bath Salts There are several benefits associated with the use of bath salts. Of course, you need to know how to use bath salts properly to reap maximum benefits . Before you go any further, you need to u nderstand that bath salts are processed and natural. You should opt for natural bath salts because they have all the minerals available to produce great results . Using pure bath salts will prove extremely beneficial for your skin. They contain minerals and several nutrients, such as magnesium, potassium, calcium, bromide, and sodium. These nutrients help make your skin look smooth. They also ...

  Nothing makes me more happy than trying out new homemade products at home. The latest addition is this homemade bath salts . I really had great fun making it and I just loved the finished product. Homemade bath salts can be expensive when you buy it in the shops. You can make equally good homemade bath salts at home for a very cheap price. I wanted to try out citrus bath salts , but as usual my love for roses won and I ended up making rose petal bath salts . Bath salts apart from giving a smooth, soft skin has other benefits too. It is one of the best ways to relax. After a soak in these bath salts, we feel relaxed, uplifted and calm. Bath salts also detoxify our body, especially if made with good quality ingredients . Soaking in bath salts also help people who suffer from body pain/ Sore muscles. The best thing about homemade bath salts is that you can customize it to your liking. Epsom salt in the recipe is easily absorbed into the skin and greatly relaxes a tired body. Now it...

Humans have turned to the healing properties of water for centuries. The Ancient Egyptians used to bathe in the Nile for religious purposes and the Ancient Greeks were famous for their gorgeous, elaborate bath houses . The combination of water, warmth, and steam can alleviate joint and muscle aches, relieve headaches, open the sinuses, promote a healthy delivery for pregnant women and so much more. If you’re already taking baths, you’re a few steps ahead of many other individuals (who only stand in their baths and use the shower). If you aren’t yet taking baths, it’s time to finally clean up your bathtub so you can lie down in it. Taking regular baths could alleviate a number of ailments you’re suffering from. Once you’re in there, here are some healing things to add to your bath. Ginger Ginger has long been used to treat stomach ailments and fight off colds and flus. Adding ginger root to your bath can provide many of the same benefits. If you suffer from bloating, gas or digestive...

I hate having flowers go to waste, and after last month’s workshop, I had some extra flowers laying around. So, being that one of the things I’m working on in 2017 is self-care (how is that ALWAYS the first thing to fly out the window when things get busy?!), I removed the petals from the stems, dried them out, and turned them into a spa-inspired DIY. Now, I’m borderline obsessed with drying out flowers for pretty much everything. That’s a story for another time though, let’s get to the good stuff. Want to make some DIY rose petal bath salts ? Here’s what you need to make your own… Materials 1 cups of epsom salt 1 tablespoons of baking soda 1.5 cups of himalayan sea salt (or regular coarse sea salt if you don’t like pink) rose essential oils glass jars mixing bowl (or even a pitcher, like I used) spoon or whisk blender or food processor Instructions 1. Start by drying out 1-2 cups of organic rose petals (you want organic roses if possible, since they’ll eventually be in your bathtu...

Lavender Bath Salts " title="How To Make Your Own Lavender Bath Salts " /> How To Make Your Own Lavender Bath Salts Here’s a simple recipe for making your own lavender bath salts ! Keep your Lavender bath salts for yourself, or give them away as gifts or shower favors. This is a wonderful and easy way to indulge in a long, soothing, scented luxurious bath . Lavender Bath Salts " title="How To Make Your Own Lavender Bath Salts " /> • Lavender Flower Buds • Epsom Salt Lavender Bath Salts " title="How To Make Your Own Lavender Bath Salts " /> Directions To Make Lavender Bath Soak • Pour two cups of Epsom Salt into a large bowl. • Grind Lavender Flower Buds . A coffee grinder works great , but if you don’t have one, you can use a food processor. • Add ground lavender to the Epsom salts and mix to combine. • That’s it! • Store in an airtight container. • If giving as a gift, label the container with product name, ingredients, and d...