Bathing is proven to improve mood, reduce stress and produce the most dreamy Instagram photos. Here are five bath recipes to suit any mood or time of day. 

 

While showing is the most common method of personal hygiene in North America, a recent Japanese study found both mental and physical benefits from bathing regularly. 

The study divided 38 participants into two groups: a showering group and a bathing group. Each group only cleansed in using their method for two weeks. Researchers found the bathers had significantly reduced fatigue, stress, pain and better skin condition after just two weeks.  

“Immersion bathing, but not shower bathing, exerts hyperthermic action that induces increased blood flow and metabolic waste elimination, which may afford physical refreshment. Immersion bathing should improve both physical and emotional aspects of quality of life,” reads the study’s conclusion. 

However, not all baths are made equal. We have pulled together five of our favourite bath recipes to suit your mood on any day. 

Sore Restore

This is the perfect at-home, bath recipe for sore muscles or for immediately after a long run or tough workout. 

Ingredients: 

  • 1 Cup of Epson Salts 
  • ¼ Cup of Dried Peppermint Leaves
  • ½ Cup of Chopped Pine Needles 
  • 10 Drops of Eucalyptus Essential Oil 
  • 8 Drops of Lavender Essential Oil

To keep from having a huge mess in your bath afterwards, wrap all ingredients into a cheese cloth with twine. 

Bubbles Younger

Your mom probably mentioned milk is good for your bones but what about being good for your skin? This bath recipe is the perfect option for those looking to moisturizing and refresh their skin at-home.

  • 2 Cups Powdered Whole Milk
  • 1/2 Cup Cornstarch
  • 1/2 Cup Baking Soda
  • 10 Drops Frankincense Oil essential oil (optional)

Breathe Easy 

The perfect bath recipe for when you have a cold or flu.

  • 10 Drops of Chamomile
  • 1 Cup of Epsom Salt
  • 1 Cup of Baking Soda
  • 2 Tablespoons of Ginger
  • 1 Cup of Apple Cider Vinegar
  • ½ Cup of Sea Salt

Ginger is an anti-inflammatory that kills rhinoviruses (which causes colds in the first place!). This power ingredient combined with the antioxidant and calming effect of chamomile can help reduce your cough quickly. 

Morning Energize

The best way to wake up? Use this Morning Energize bath recipe for an instant shot of energy. 

  • 1 Cup of Sliced Grapefruit (dried or fresh)
  • 10 Drops of Peppermint Essential Oil
  • ½ Cup of Dried Rosemary

Peppermint oil is a great energy booster and is known to improve focus while grapefruit reduces fatigue. 

Sleepy Scrub

The bath recipe for when your mind is racing and you’re having a hard time getting to sleep. The Sleepy Scrub bath recipe combines the best calming ingredients to finish off your day on a relaxing note.

  • ¼ Cup Pink Sea Salt
  • ½ Cup Epsom Salt
  • 10 Drops of Lavender Essential Oil
  • 5 Drop of Cedarwood Essential Oil
  • ¼ Cup of Dried Lavender Buds

Lavender is known for its calming, sleepy effect while the Cedarwood brings a warm, woodsy feel to your nighttime bath.

At Elegance Sculpting, we offer full-body, relaxation treatments to help you energize, relax, and decompress. 

Which bath recipe was your favourite? Let us know in the comments below. For more amazing at-home DIY recipes, follow us on Instagram @elegancescupting.