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Breathe Bath Salt Soak

When the colder months arrive, there’s nothing I love more than sinking into a hot bath. It’s one of those simple rituals that makes it easier to slow down, warm up, and take a little time for yourself.

And when I’m feeling stuffy or simply want something a little more invigorating, I reach for this Breathe Bath Salt Soak.

This simple blend combines mineral-rich salts, baking soda, and refreshing essential oils for a soothing bath ritual with a wonderfully fresh, minty-herbal aroma.

The Ingredients & Their Benefits

Pink Himalayan Salt

Pink Himalayan salt adds minerals and natural salt crystals to the blend while creating a luxurious feel in the bath. A warm salt bath can be especially comforting after a long, chilly day.

Epsom Salt

Epsom salt is a classic addition to bath soaks. It contains magnesium sulfate and is often used in baths as part of a relaxing self-care ritual, particularly after a busy or physically demanding day.

Baking Soda

Baking soda helps create a silky, soothing bathwater experience and can leave your skin feeling soft and refreshed. It also helps balance the overall feel of the salt soak.

Peppermint Essential Oil

Peppermint brings a wonderfully cool, crisp aroma to this blend. Its naturally refreshing scent makes it especially lovely when you want a bath that feels invigorating and helps you feel refreshed.

Eucalyptus Essential Oil

Eucalyptus is the star of this blend when it comes to that classic “breathe deep” aroma. Its fresh, camphor-like scent makes it a favorite during the colder months and pairs beautifully with peppermint.

Lavender Essential Oil

Lavender softens the stronger herbal notes of peppermint and eucalyptus with its familiar floral aroma. It adds a calming, relaxing quality that makes this soak feel more like a complete bath ritual.

A note about essential oils: Essential oils are highly concentrated and should always be properly diluted. Because they are being added to bathwater, avoid adding undiluted essential oils directly to the tub. For this recipe, combining the essential oils thoroughly into the dry salts before adding the mixture to your bath helps distribute them, but they are not fully solubilized in water. Use caution if you have sensitive skin, and discontinue use if irritation occurs.

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Breathe Bath Salt Soak Recipe

You’ll need:

How to Make It

Add the Himalayan salt, Epsom salt, and baking soda to a large bowl. Stir well to combine.

Add the essential oils one drop at a time, stirring thoroughly between additions so they are distributed throughout the salts.

Transfer your bath soak to a clean, dry jar with a tight-fitting lid.

I love repurposing empty Claussen pickle jars for bath salts, but any clean glass jar will work beautifully.

For a little extra charm, add a pretty label and a ribbon or piece of twine. These would make such a lovely handmade gift for a friend, hostess, teacher, or anyone who could use a little winter self-care.

    How to Use Your Breathe Bath Soak

    Add about ½ cup of the bath soak to a warm bath and swirl the water to distribute it.

    Then simply soak, breathe deeply, and enjoy a few quiet moments.

    Because this blend contains essential oils, keep the mixture away from your eyes and avoid using it on irritated or broken skin. If you have sensitive skin, consider testing a small amount first.

    More Cold-Season DIYs

    I like having a few simple herbal and aromatherapy preparations ready to go when winter rolls around.

    Try pairing this bath soak with my DIY Shower Melts for another steamy, aromatic option, or keep my Deep Breath Inhaler nearby when you want something small and portable.

    And if you’re enjoying making your own bath and body products, be sure to explore my other DIY beauty recipes. Making your own products can be a wonderful way to simplify your routine, save money, and have more control over the ingredients you’re using.

    A warm bath, a little herbal goodness, and a few quiet minutes to yourself—sometimes the simplest rituals are the ones we need most.

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