5 Herbal Bath Blends for Relaxation and More

Essential oils are wonderful to diffuse in the bathroom while you take a bath. They add an aromatherapy therapeutic aspect to an already soothing shower or bath time for adults or children. But if you want to add a medicinal aspect to your aromatherapy routine, then herbs are the best choice. These herbal bath blends are wonderful at the end of a long day.

I’ve used essential oils within the bathtub. This hasn’t always worked well. Apparently, water doesn’t mix with oil. Yes, you’d think I would have remembered that when thinking the essential oils would be diluted in the large amount of water in the tub. I actually gave myself second degree burns and, stinging from head to toe, had to stand and shower while coating myself with soap to get rid of the oils.

Herbs are mild and effective.

Preparing Herbal Bath Blends

These herbal blends can be added to your bath in two different ways.

1. Add them straight to the hot bath water.
2. Create an herbal extraction and add the water to your bath.

The first option is simple. You just add the herbs to your bath water. The downside is that you’ll have herbs in the bathtub with you. Adults may not care, but children may want to eat the herbs. That’s not a big deal if they’re old enough for them. Otherwise, you may want to consider the second option.

Creating an herbal extraction is easy. Place herbs in a mason jar. If they are fresh then losing place them in to the top. Do not pack. If they are dried then you only need a few tablespoons. Pour hot water over the herbs and allow the jar to cool to room temperature. Put the lid on and shake well. Strain and then use.

5 Herbal Bath Blends

These five herbal bath blends are relaxing, calming, soothing, give an aromatherapy scent of a floral scent, and anti fungal benefits. Herbs can be added directly, or you can make an extraction beforehand. All are good for all ages and extractions can keep up to six months if kept in a cool, dark place or refrigerated.

Floral Bath Blend

Lavender, rose, and chamomile come together to make a balanced floral scent that is great for winter dry skin.

Ingredients:

• 2 Tablespoons dried or fresh lavender flower buds
• 2 Tablespoons dried and crushed or 1/4 cup fresh rose petals
• 2 Tablespoons dried or fresh chamomile flowers

Directions:

1. Add flowers directly to bath or make an extract by placing all ingredients in a large mason jar and pouring boiling water over them.
2. Allow to cool to room temperature. Cover and shake. Strain and use one cup in bath water.

Keep extract in cool, dark location or in refrigerator up to 6 months.

Relaxing Bath Blend

These scents are uplifting, relaxing, and grounding all at the same time. Enjoy a muscle and mind relaxing aromatherapy experience.

Ingredients:

• 2 Tablespoons dried lemon balm (or 2 tea bags)
• 2 Tablespoons dried or fresh orange flowers
• 2 Tablespoons dried or fresh lemon verbena leaves

Directions:

1. Add flowers directly to bath or make an extract by placing all ingredients in a large mason jar and pouring boiling water over them.
2. Allow to cool to room temperature. Cover and shake. Strain and add 1/4-1/2 cup to bath water.

Keep extract in cool, dark location or in refrigerator up to 6 months.

Anti-Fungal Bath Blend

This recipe makes a great anti-fungal soak for feet or the entire body. Add apple cider vinegar and Epsom salts for an extra kick.

Ingredients:

• 2 Tablespoons goldenseal root
• 2 tablespoons dried or fresh thyme leaves
• 2 tablespoons dried and crushed sage leaf
• 2 tablespoons dried oregano leaf
• 2 cups apple cider vinegar

Directions:

1. This recipe needs to be prepared ahead of time for best results. Make an extract by placing all herbs in a large mason jar and pouring boiling water over them.
2. Allow to cool to room temperature. Cover and shake. Strain.
3. Add entire jar to foot bath or bathtub. Add 1/2 -1 cup Epsom salts as well if desired.

Keep extract in cool, dark location or in refrigerator up to 6 months.

Calming Bath Blend

This calming herbal bath blend is gentle enough for a baby, especially that much needed relaxing time right before bed.

Ingredients:

• 2 Tablespoons fresh or dried chamomile flowers to bath, or 1/4 cup to extract jar
• 2 Tablespoons lemon balm (or 2 tea bags)
• 2 Tablespoons fresh or dried lavender flower buds to bath, or 1/2 cup to extract jar

Directions:

1. Add flowers directly to bath or make an extract by placing all ingredients in a large mason jar and pouring boiling water over them.
2. Allow to cool to room temperature. Cover and shake. Strain and use 1/2-1 cup in bath water.

Keep extract in cool, dark location or in refrigerator up to 6 months.

Soothing Bath Blend

Whether you have a sunburn, itchy, or other irritated skin, this herbal bath blend will speed healing and refresh the skin.

Ingredients:

• 1-2 cups fresh or dried yarrow leaves
• 1 cup calendula flowers
• 1/2 cup lavender flower buds
• 1/2 gallon water

Directions:

1. This recipe needs to be prepared before hand because yarrow is a root that needs more time simmering in hot water to fully extract its benefits. Make an extract by placing the yarrow in a 1/2 gallon water and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and add the calendula and lavender. Allow to cool to room temperature. Cover and shake. Strain and use one cup in bath water.

Keep extract in cool, dark location or in refrigerator up to 6 months.