Today’s tips is not only a more natural way to pamper yourself, but it’s also a great gift idea. Here’s how to make your own homemade bath salts.
Ingredients:
- 6 parts coarse sea salt
- 3 parts epsom salt
- 1 part baking soda
- A few drops of your favorite essential oil or 1 part dried herbs (ie. lavender, rosemary, etc…)
Directions:
Combine all ingredients, and stir with a metal spoon. Store in an air-tight container to avoid moisture getting in.
Find some cute glass containers at a thrift shop or craft store, and you’ve got a very inexpensive and natural gift for the holidays!
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Great idea for Christmas gifts, low cost and homemade.
Being a teacher, I always say, “No question is a dumb one.” However, I feel ridiculous asking, what you use for or where you get your essential oil or dried herbs ???
Can you use these in the hot tub? @ Penny, you can purchase really great oils at bath and body works. They have tons!
I’m not sure Kim. What does the manufacturer of your hot tub say about bath salts?
Melody, I would search Google for “essential oils ZIP-CODE” where ZIP-CODE is your local zip code. You’ll find several sources for finding essential oils.
Crystal, with Christmas around the corner, this sounds like a great idea for a present. Thanks for sharing!
You’re welcome!
I love DIY bath products – haven’t come across a bath salts one before! This is great thanks!!