How To Pull The Stress and Toxicity Out of Your Body With The Right Bath Ingredients
Since I was a teen, I always loved the feeling of pampering myself with face masks, pedicures, manicures, and a dip in the warm waters of a bathtub. When I moved out of my parents’ house, the various apartments that I lived in had no bathtub to indulge in these same practices.
Fast forward to today, I left my apartment to stay with my parents again due to the pandemic, which definitely has come with its perks in terms of bonding with them more. But, also there are downs when you see how some people are being so affected adversely. Despite this, I have been able to find my way back to how I used to center myself — the way that was most comfortable to me from when I was young with some enhancements.
Whenever I’m feeling that urge to unwind now, what immediately comes to mind is a cup of green tea, with mandarin orange to detox the body, and the warm comforts of the familiar bubble bath. Bubble baths are essentially the epitome of relaxation at its finest. Not only are they one of the most indulgent aspects of an amazing pamper routine — but they also can have some amazing health benefits.
Some research has suggested that taking baths not only helps ease sore muscles, but they can also help boost your immunity by killing bacteria and making the blood produce more oxygen, easily allowing you to breathe slow and deep.
Without further adieu, indulge yourself in these eight bath products that will not only ease you, but make you feel like you stepped into an oasis.
Dr. Teal’s Himalayan Foaming Bath, $6
One of my favorite drug store finds! The pink Himalayan salt in the foaming bath helps to replenish the minerals in our bodies while hints of bergamot and sweet orange gentle soothes the senses.
Naturopathica Sweet Birch Magnesium Bath Flakes, $40
Take a step into nature with Naturopathica Sweet Birch Magnesiumbath flakes. The birch wood aroma in these flakes can really help you become zen with deep breaths while the magnesium can comfort you and give you ease if you’ve done an intense workout.
Dr. Teal's Moisture Therapy Mineral Soak, $5
Soothe your aches and pains and moisturize dry skin with Dr. Teal's Moisture Therapy Mineral Soak. Who wouldn't want to step out of a relaxing bath with soft skin!
EUCALYPTUS 32 OZ DEAD SEA BATH SALT, $24
Any product that has generally derived from the Dead Sea, I'm eager to try out. There are 21 essential minerals that are found in these salts cultivated from the Dead Sea which when you combine these minerals you get a heavenly combination — alleviating muscle aches while also giving you soft, supple, and moisturized skin.
Lavender Bath Oil - Relaxing, $20
Stay zen with this relaxing herbal bath oil. The concentrated lavender and eucalyptus oils in this product help you stay balanced, calm, and ready for a marvelous night’s sleep. All you have to do is add just a cupful of the oil and it turns your tub into the perfect spa experience.
Lush Bubble Bar in Blue Skies and Fluffy White Clouds, $12
The flower child scents of patchouli and frankincense help you feel more in touch with the Earth. All you have to do is crumble the bar under warm running water, and just like that you get that beautiful sky blue bubble bath.
The Mind/Body Soak Sampler, $48
This sampler is perfect if you're still on the fence about what particular bath stuff that you want. 100 senses mind/body soap sampler comes with six mini bottles that are targeted to different moods, from spirit guide, a forest blend fragrance to a green tea-based calming soak. What's really nice about this is that all the soaps get their foam from coconut-derived emulsifiers and also contain magnesium sulfate which is good to ease sore muscles and soothe your skin.
Kai Bathing Bubbles, $29
If you are somebody that thoroughly enjoys floral scents. this may be the product for you. This floral bubble bath with notes of gardenia also has a slight fresh cream undertone that when put together creates a relaxing and mellow bath.
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