In a large bowl, mix to combine: 6 parts coarse sea salt; 3 parts Epsom salts, to soothe tired muscles and reduce inflammation; and 1 part baking soda, to soften waters and alleviate skin irritation. Add a few drops of essential oils and combine. Add a few drops of food coloring until you achieve the desired shade.
DIY Homemade Bath Salts (You Choose the Scent!)
I love these homemade bath salts with either all lavender essential oil or a mix of 10 drops each lavender and sweet orange essential oils. You can choose any scent or combination, just use 15-20 drops total of the essential oils. If you make these bath salts, let us know and leave a star rating in the comments below to help other readers in our community.
Prep: 10min
Total: 10min
Yield: 5
Ingredients:
- 3 cups plain Epsom salt
- 1.5 cups coarse sea salt (such a pink Himalayan sea salt)
- 1/2 cup baking soda
- 20 drops essential oils of your choice (I like 10 drops lavender and 10 drops sweet orange)
- optional: 2-3 tablespoons dried flowers if they are easy to get
- optional: 2 tablespoons almond oil or coconut oil if you like oil in your bath salts (I prefer none)
Instruction:
- Mix all ingredients in a large glass bowl using clean hands or a clean spatula. Store in glass containers until use; mason jars work great (but be sure to punch a few holes in the lid to prevent air pressure from building up*). Or, store in plastic bags or containers that allow some airflow. Store in a cool, dry place up to 6 months (3 months if you use oil).
- Enjoy about 1/2 cup to 1 full cup in each hot bath for a wonderful and relaxing bath. This recipe makes about 5 cups total, which should last you about 5-10 baths total.
How to make DIY BATH SALTS at Home (3 Colorful Floral & Scented Ideas)
FAQ
What does baking soda do in bath salts?
Baking soda has cleansing and detoxifying properties that may help to purify your body and boost immunity. It can be combined with Epsom salt, sea salt, and ground ginger to make a detox bath. You can also add essential oils and other natural ingredients of your choice.
How long do homemade bath salts last?
The bath salts can be stored in an airtight jar for 6 months to 24 months. Bath soak that contains coconut oil will last less long than those without. This is because coconut oil is a raw oil that can go rancid past its due date.
What can be used in bath salt?
To make bath salts to relieve itchy and irritated skin: Use 1 cup of Epsom salt, sea salt, or table salt for a standard-size bathtub. Pour the salt into the warm running bath water and use your hand to stir the water to help dissolve all the grains.
Is soaking in bath salts good for you?
Bath salts not only act as an ideal exfoliant, removing dead skin cells and softening dry skin, they’ve been proven to improve skin conditions such as acne, eczema, and psoriasis. In fact, the National Eczema Association even recommends the use of salt in the bathtub for those suffering from an eczema flareup.
