DIY SOOTHING BATH SALTS FOR THE ULTIMATE SELF-CARE SOAK

Sea salt in a wooden bowl with a wooden spoon

There’s nothing quite like sinking into a warm bath after a long day—especially when it’s infused with skin-loving, muscle-soothing bath salts. Creating your own bath salts at home is not only easy but also allows you to customize the blend based on your mood and needs.

Whether you're craving relaxation, relief from sore muscles, or a refreshing reset, this DIY bath salts recipe is a perfect addition to your self-care routine.

Why Use Bath Salts?

  • Epsom Salt: Rich in magnesium, Epsom salt is known for relieving muscle tension, reducing inflammation, and promoting relaxation.

  • Sea Salt or Himalayan Pink Salt: These natural salts help draw out toxins, soften skin, and replenish essential minerals.

  • Essential Oils: Choose oils like lavender for calming effects, peppermint for sore muscles, or eucalyptus to clear the mind and sinuses.

  • Carrier Oils: Add extra moisture with coconut, jojoba, or sweet almond oil—perfect for nourishing dry skin.

  • Dried Herbs & Flowers: Ingredients like rose petals, chamomile, and lavender buds not only elevate the visual experience but bring additional soothing properties.

DIY SOOTHING BATH SALTS RECIPE

Ingredients:

bath salts surrounded by dried lavender
  • 1 cup Epsom salt

  • ½ cup Sea salt or Himalayan pink salt

  • 10-15 drops Essential oil (lavender, eucalyptus, or peppermint)

  • 1 tbsp Carrier oil (optional – coconut, jojoba, or sweet almond)

  • Dried herbs or flowers (optional – rose petals, lavender buds, chamomile)

Instructions:

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the Epsom salt, sea salt, and (optional) ¼ cup baking soda for extra skin-softening power.

  2. Add the essential oil and carrier oil. Stir thoroughly to evenly distribute the oils.

  3. Gently mix in any dried herbs or flowers, if using.

  4. Store your bath salts in an airtight container—glass jars work beautifully and make for a lovely gift.

  5. To use: Add ½ cup to a warm bath, swirl to dissolve, and soak for 20-30 minutes.

Customize Your Soak

  • Relax & Unwind: Try lavender oil with dried chamomile flowers.

  • Soothe Sore Muscles: Use a peppermint and eucalyptus oil blend.

  • Romantic & Uplifting: Add rose petals and a few drops of ylang ylang or bergamot.

Make It a Ritual

Set the mood with soft lighting or candles, play your favorite calming music, and let the aromatherapy and minerals melt away tension. You deserve a moment of stillness.

Looking for more natural skincare and self-care tips? Explore our full line of plant-powered products to pair with your next bath. Your skin—and soul—will thank you.

Janis Covey PharmD

Janis Kosma-Covey, doctorate of pharmacy and mom. Worked as a compounding pharmacist for 15 years before developing an organic skincare line. When her daughter developed eczema at 3 months old, she was looking for clean, affordable products that wouldn't aggravate her daughter’s sensitive skin and would support it. Shocked by the lack of natural products available, she set out to create a line of skincare. Kosmatology was born and has been helping moms bring nourishing and non-toxic products to their families since 2014.

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