Natural bath salts & bath oils
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Bath salts made with Epsom and Himalayan salt, plus natural bath oils scented with essential oils, for a warm evening soak.Bath salts made with Epsom and Himalayan salt, plus natural bath oils scented with essential oils, for a warm evening soak. A muscle soak with salts is a favourite after a long walk. Epsom bath salts dissolve best when you add a couple of handfuls under the running tap.
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What to look for in bath salts
Bath salts turn an ordinary bath into a proper soak, and good ones keep the ingredient list short. The common problem is synthetic fragrance and dyes, which add colour and scent but little else. Natural bath salts use mineral salts such as Epsom salt, magnesium flakes or Himalayan salt, scented with essential oils or botanicals. Wild Rising Skincare blends lavender, jasmine and rose or orange and peppermint, Bouclé makes botanical bath salts with ginger, citrus and geranium, and BristolMade and SKNFED add relaxing and energising blends.
Epsom bath salts and magnesium bath salts
Epsom bath salts are magnesium sulphate, and they are a favourite for a long soak after a walk, a run or a day on your feet. Magnesium flakes are used the same way. Himalayan salt adds a pink colour and a soft mineral feel. Use a generous handful in a warm bath and stir until dissolved. Lavender blends suit the evening, while citrus and peppermint feel more awake. Aromatherapy blends with several essential oils are worth smelling first if you can, because scent is personal.
Natural bath oils
Bath oils soften the water and leave a light layer on the skin, which helps if your skin feels dry after bathing. A natural bath oil uses plant oils such as jojoba, sweet almond or avocado with essential oils for scent. Bouclé makes aromatherapy bath oils with lavender, eucalyptus and garden mint, and BristolMade adds a vitamin E bath oil. Add the oil once the bath has run, and take care getting out, because oil makes the tub slippery. For oils to use after the bath, see Body Oils.
Choosing natural bath products
Natural bath products work best when the scent suits your mood, so pick calming blends for night and brighter ones for the morning. Many of the salts here come in glass jars, tins or paper pouches, and gift sets make an easy present. Store salts with the lid closed, because they absorb moisture from a steamy bathroom and clump. Organic Bath Products and Vegan Bath Products narrow the range, Plastic Free Bath Products gathers the low-packaging options, and Aromatherapy has essential oils for the rest of the house.
Common questions
How do I use bath salts?
Add a generous handful to a warm running bath and stir to dissolve. Soak for 15 to 20 minutes, then rinse off if you like. Check the product page for the recommended amount.
What are Epsom bath salts?
Epsom salt is magnesium sulphate, a mineral salt used in baths for a relaxing soak. It dissolves easily and is often blended with essential oils for scent.
What is the difference between bath salts and bath oil?
Bath salts dissolve into the water and are usually scented with essential oils, while bath oil floats on top and leaves a light layer on the skin. Many people use both, salts for the soak and oil for softness.
Are natural bath salts suitable for sensitive skin?
Unscented or lightly scented bath salts are usually the gentlest choice. If you have sensitive skin, check the ingredient list for essential oils and patch test a new product first.
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