- Aromatherapy Bath Oil - Aromatherapy
at its Best
- by Timothy Croy
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- A simple warm bath is a perfect
way to unwind after a hard day at work, or home. For centuries,
people have used warm water as a means for relaxation and even
healing. Today, we have taken the relaxation one step further
and added our own touch of warmth: aromatic bath oils.
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Bath oils are quickly becoming
choice commodities when it comes to bath relaxation, and for
a good reason. Not only do they add a new dimension to our baths
with wonderful scents, bath oils have a slew of health benefits
that anyone can appreciate. For example, adding geranium oil
can ease symptoms of PMS and relieve joint paint and arthritis.
Myrrh oil can help respiratory disorders and the digestive process
by stimulating the digestive organs. Using bath oil regularly
can also soften and nourish the skin, and eliminate dry patches
by opening the pores and allowing the oils to absorb into our
skin.
Bath oils are usually made up
of a combination of sesame, nuts, jojoba, coconut, or Vitamin
E oil. Depending on your preference, the cost of the oils can
vary. For example, a pure Vitamin E based oil can get expensive,
yet a natural blend of home-made oils from nuts or olive is relatively
cheap to make at home. Unscented bath oils are also becoming
a popular choice for those who only prefer the added moisturizing
benefits. |
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Physical health benefits aside,
most people love the way their bath oils smell. Aromatherapy
is a popular form of relaxation and bath oils are no slouch in
this department. Adding your favorite fragrance or scented oil
to your bath is a truly unique experience, and is good for both
body and mind. Popular aromatherapy ingredients include ylang
ylang, rose, citrus, lavender, lemon verbena, bergamot, and yarrow.
Note: Be sure to check the ingredients of a pre-mixed product,
as you may have allergies to some of the ingredients such as
nuts or almonds. Oils like clove or black pepper are commonly
used ingredients in oils, and can be potentially irritating to
the skin, but should be safe to use in small, measured amounts.
Making your own bath oil is also
fairly easy to do. The base oils and ingredients are readily
available from bath suppliers and even grocery stores. As far
as recipes are concerned, there are plenty of free recipes at
your disposal. Creating your own bath oil is a very rewarding
experience and is a fun way to spice up your bath-time. |
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