Making a jar of fragrant homemade lavender bath salts couldn’t be easier. Bath salts in vintage mason jars look beautiful on display and make great gifts. Here’s a recipe to make it yourself in a few easy steps.
There are many different plants that can be added to bath salts, but for some reason I keep coming back to lavender. Scents are calming and relaxing, and I think there are many benefits of plants.
You often see me in the bathroom. My body needs a good soak every day to deal with the aches and pains. I still use my hot tub all the time and still appreciate the therapeutic benefits of Epsom salt baths.
Epsom salt is primarily made of magnesium, and the body can absorb magnesium from the outside. When combined with lavender aromatherapy, it can be quite therapeutic.
Here’s what you need to know about lavender bath salts.
Benefits of bath salts
After a long day in the garden, I often look forward to a long soak in the bathtub. For this reason, I make sure to keep a good stock of bath salts. Bath salts are made with Epsom salt and have the following benefits:
Improves insomnia – There is a reason why taking a relaxing bath makes you sleepy. Epsom salt contains magnesium, which helps your body naturally produce melatonin. Combined with the relaxing effects of soaking in hot water, you can sleep even more soundly. Reduces pain and inflammation – For people with inflammatory conditions such as fibromyalgia, the magnesium in Epsom salts can improve symptoms and reduce pain (also consider this magnesium lotion for pain) ). Muscle Soreness Relief – Athletes are often advised to soak in a bath of Epsom salts after an intense workout. There’s no reason why the same benefits can’t apply to people who aren’t as athletic.
Benefits of lavender
Lavender has many healing and purifying properties, making it a great addition to your bath salt jar. Using lavender in dried or essential oil form has the following benefits:
Reduces anxiety – There is something about the scent of lavender that instantly calms your mind. Recent research has shown that science also supports this. Helps with sleep issues – The same study also showed that lavender was better than a placebo when used for insomnia, sleep disorders, or restlessness. Stabilizes your mood – Whether you’re dealing with the seasons, stress, or depression, lavender is an effective aromatherapy. You can also grow it at home. Perhaps the most fun thing about lavender is that you can grow it in your own backyard. It’s also a great way to attract beneficial pollinators to your garden.
Tips for picking and storing lavender
At my house, we often harvest lavender for handicrafts and DIY purposes. I’ve written an entire article detailing my process, but here are the highlights of how to harvest lavender for bath salts and other projects.
Use sharp pruners and leave at least two leaves on the stem to encourage regrowth. Hang the lavender bunch upside down to dry. Once dry, shake out the dried lavender and place it in a bowl or container.
Lavender buds look beautiful in a clear jar of bath salts. Especially if you want to give it to someone as a gift. Lavender can turn gray or brown as it dries, but there are a few things you can do to maintain the beautiful purple color of your buds.
Choose one of these varieties
Although any lavender can be harvested and dried for use, Purple Bouquet, Royal Purple, and Folgate lavender retain their color particularly well when dried.
Harvest at the right time
For the best color, cut the lavender from the plant just before it blooms. However, I like to leave at least some flowers in the garden for the bees.
store properly
I like to store lavender (and lavender bath salts) in clear glass jars, but exposing the dried buds to light will cause them to lose their color, so lavender jars can be stored in dark cupboards or drawers. Please keep it hidden away.
Lavender bath salts recipe
Now, let’s talk about how to make bath salts! It only takes a few minutes to make (that is, after you let the lavender dry), so you can soak it in your tub in no time.
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Open all mason jars. Set the lid aside, but keep it handy as you will need it soon. Fill each mason jar about halfway with Epsom salt. Next, add lavender oil. I think about 10 to 15 drops is appropriate, but if you have a small container, please adjust accordingly. Then put the lid back on and shake well to mix. Remove the lid again and add 1 tablespoon of dried lavender flowers. Then put the lid back on and shake to mix. Add more Epsom salt to fill the jar, replace the lid (you guessed it), and shake, shake, shake. Optional: Download and print these freebie canning labels to dress up your jars. This is especially fun if you make it as a gift.
As you can see, this DIY is easy to make. Please give it a try.
Frequently asked questions about lavender bath salts
If you have a lot of accumulation and use a lot of lavender buds, then yes. You can see that the buds are mostly attached to the sides of the bathtub. I just wipe them with a face cloth and shake them into the compost. If you want to make cleanup easier, you can also put bath salts in tea bags, like I do in this post.
If you make these as gifts, they save a lot. To maintain the purple color of your lavender buds, store them in an airtight jar away from sunlight and heat. Feel free to add lavender essential oil when using or gifting bath salts.
You want to avoid moisture as much as possible. It is best to store it in an airtight container. You can also add a little jojoba oil or other oils to prevent caking. Since brown sugar absorbs moisture, you can also try adding a preservative.
It depends on the size of the bathtub. I like to use 1 cup of bath salts in a large tub, but if you want a more therapeutic effect, add 2 cups.
Other posts using lavender
Do you like lavender? Me too! Check out all the crafts and projects you can do just by planting a few lavender plants in your backyard.
DIY lavender bath salts
There’s nothing more relaxing than a long soak in a bathtub with lavender bath salts. Here’s how to mix a batch at home.
Fill each mason jar about halfway with Epsom salt.
Add 10-15 drops of essential oil, replace the lid, and shake.
Remove the lid again, add 1 tablespoon of dried lavender flowers, replace the lid and shake (again).
Add more Epsom salt to fill the jar, put the lid on, and shake well again.
