Pamper Yourself with a Blues-Busting Bath

Win the battle against the winter blues by treating yourself to a soothing spa treatment—for pennies!

Luxurious bath treats don’t come any easier than this formula: Mix 1 cup each of Epsom salts and baking soda, and store them in an airtight container. To use it, add about 2 tablespoons of the mixture to your bathwater. For an aromatic bath, add a few drops of your favorite essential oil as the tub fills. There are dozens of oils that can add aromatherapy power to an Epsom salts bath, but here’s a feel-good menu of excellent—and readily available—choices that’ll put a spring in your step.

·        Chamomile—soothes and relaxes

·        Cinnamon—energizes and stimulates

·        Eucalyptus—clears internal airways; great if you’re fighting a cold or flu

·        Geranium—helps balance mind and body

·        Grapefruit—lifts spirits

·        Lavender—relaxes and rejuvenates; pairs well with chamomile in a nighttime bath

·        Peppermint—cools and refreshes

And here’s something that might bust your blues better than any bath could: Spring officially begins in a few short weeks!