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.
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Chamomile—soothes and relaxes
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Cinnamon—energizes and stimulates
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Eucalyptus—clears internal airways; great if you’re fighting a cold or
flu
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Geranium—helps balance mind and body
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Grapefruit—lifts spirits
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Lavender—relaxes and rejuvenates; pairs well with chamomile in a
nighttime bath
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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!
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