How to Use Bath Salts for a Luxurious and Relaxing Experience

Types of Bathing Salts

Knowing the types of bath salts is the first thing to understand about how to use them. Bath salts are available in different forms, each with unique benefits. Some of the most common types you will find include:

1. Epsom salt
2. Dead Sea salt
3. Himalayan pink salt
4. Mediterranean sea salt
5. French sea salt 
6. Baking soda 
7. Essential oils: These are not technically bath salts, but they are often combined. 
8. Scented bath bombs or fizzies: These are also not actual bath salts, but they have similar effects and can be added to your bath for a soothing experience. 
9. Milk powder: Similar to essential oils, this is not a natural bath salt, but it can enhance your bathing routine by making your skin softer and smoother when dissolved in warm water. 
10. Dried flowers and herbs: These don't count as proper "bath salts" either, but they can provide additional natural elements that contribute to relaxation and aromatherapy when put into baths with other ingredients like Epsom or dead sea salts.

Our Favourite Bath Salts

At Organics.com, we believe in the transformative power of a good bath, and our selection of favourite bath salts embodies this philosophy perfectly. Each blend is meticulously crafted to offer unique benefits, ensuring a luxurious and restorative bathing experience.

Bath Salts ~ Mindful Frankincense & Bergamot

Indulge in Bristolmade's in-house blend of natural salts and essential oils with the Mindful Frankincense & Bergamot Bath Salts. This exquisite mix is designed to restore calm, provide deep relaxation, and promote tranquillity. Ideal for detoxing or unwinding after a long day, these salts combine magnesium for muscle relaxation, Himalayan salt for skin regeneration, frankincense oil for skin tightening, and bergamot oil known for its stress-lowering properties.

Bath Salts ~ Drift Deeply Lavender & Vanilla

Transform your bedtime routine with the Drift Deeply Lavender & Vanilla Bath Salts. Bristolmade's unique blend ensures a restful, relaxing, and restorative experience. Perfect for easing into sleep, these salts feature magnesium for muscle recovery, Himalayan salt for skin health, and calming lavender and vanilla oils to reduce stress and promote peaceful slumber.

Bath Salts ~ Recovery Clove & Lemongrass

Post-exercise recovery just got better with the Recovery Clove & Lemongrass Bath Salts. This in-house blend of organic salts and essential oils is designed for the most restorative and nourishing bathing experience. Packed with magnesium for muscle relaxation, Himalayan salt for regeneration, clove oil for a circulation boost, and lemongrass oil to reduce inflammation, these salts are perfect for easing sore muscles, aches, and pains.

Relax Rose & Ylang Ylang Luxury Himalayan Bath Salts

Experience the ultimate relaxation with our Relax Rose & Ylang Ylang Luxury Himalayan Bath Salts. This soothing blend of Himalayan salt, enriched with magnesium flakes, rose, and ylang-ylang essential oils, alleviates muscle tension and promotes a sense of calm. Perfect for transforming your bath time into a serene spa experience, these salts are a luxurious addition to any self-care routine. Available in a convenient jar for easy use and refills.

What is the Intended Use for Bath Salts?

You could be thinking, what is the purpose of bath salts? The truth is that they have many uses. They can be used to make bathing more relaxing or to improve skin health. Now let's take a closer look at what bath salts are really for:

• Relaxation and Stress Relief: People mainly use bath salts to calm down and reduce stress. When mixed with warm water, the minerals in the salts can relax muscles and calm thoughts, making the bath a peaceful place.
• Skin Care and Detoxification: Bath salts can work as a mild scrub, removing dead skin cells and encouraging smoother and softer skin. Salts such as Dead Sea salt are very good at detoxifying the skin, and they also help with conditions like eczema or psoriasis.
• Muscle Recovery: Athletes or people who frequently engage in physical activities find bath salts such as Epsom salts very useful. They lessen muscle pain and quicken healing by pulling harmful substances from the body and decreasing swelling.
• Aromatherapy: Bath salts with a pleasing smell add to the sensory pleasure of your bath. Essential oils such as lavender, eucalyptus, and peppermint can be mixed into bath salts for different aromatherapy benefits, from calming to feeling fresh and alert.

How to Use Bath Salts in Your Routine

Here’s how to use bath salts in your bath routine:

• Fill Your Bath: Begin by filling your tub with warm water. The temperature should be pleasant and soothing, not excessively hot.
• Add the Salts: Depending on what kind of salt you are using and how much you like it, add around 1/2 to 1 cup of bath salts to the water. Stir this mixture so that the salts can dissolve better.
• Soak and Relax: Stay in the bath for about 20 to 30 minutes. Breathe deeply and take in the smell, if you added scented salts.
• Rinse: When your bath is over, pour clean water over your skin to rinse off any remaining salts. Pat it dry with a soft towel.

Using bath salts in your bathtime routine can significantly enhance self-care. They are beneficial for relaxation, pain relief, and skin health. Knowing their intended use helps you maximise their benefits when taking a bath.