DIY Bath Salts for Muscle Relief and Relaxation (with Lavender & Epsom Salt)
Make your own relaxing magnesium bath salts with Epsom salt, lavender, and rose essential oils. This easy DIY bath soak recipe soothes sore muscles, reduces stress, and promotes restful sleep.
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups Epsom salt
- ¼ cup sweet almond oil
- 10 drops lavender essential oil
- 5 drops rose essential oil optional
- 1 tablespoon dried rose petals or buds optional
Instructions
- Add the Epsom salt to a clean mixing bowl.
- Pour in the sweet almond oil and stir to coat the salt evenly.
- Add lavender essential oil and rose essential oil (if using), then mix thoroughly.
- If using dried rose petals, grind them finely using a mortar and pestle or food processor, then stir into the mixture.
- Transfer the bath salts to a clean airtight glass jar for storage.
- To use, add 2-4 tablespoons of the bath salts to a warm bath, swirl to dissolve, then soak for at least 20 minutes.
Notes
Substitute sweet almond oil with jojoba oil or fractionated coconut oil if desired.
If you prefer no dried flowers, omit and add an extra 5 drops of rose essential oil for fragrance.
Store bath salts in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months.
If you prefer no dried flowers, omit and add an extra 5 drops of rose essential oil for fragrance.
Store bath salts in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months.