Aromatic recipes for bathing in essential oils

After a hard day at work, there’s nothing like a nice long soak in a warm bath to help you relax and unwind. Second to an aromatherapy massage; adding essential oils to your bath is a great way to gain the therapeutic effects from aromatherapy oils.

As an aromatherapist I know and understand the individual properties of each oil and I use the different characteristics of the oils for their therapeutic and medical qualities, to promote health and wellness.

To make your bathtime extra special ~ I recommend 6 aromatherapy recipes for you to add to your bath. Each recipe is designed to promote different therapeutic benefits; choose the recipe that suits your needs. For these recipes you will need an empty jar or bottle with a lid. Add a teacup of milk to your jar/bottle, then add the essential oils, put the lid on tightly and shake thoroughly to emulsify the oils – then add to your bath straight away, and enjoy!

Combat Stress

Lavender ~ 5 drops
Frankincense ~ 2 drops
Orange Sweet ~ 3 drops
Neroli ~ 2 drops

Uplift Mood

Sandalwood ~ 2 drops
Black Pepper ~ 1 drop
Petitgrain ~ 3 drops
Bergamot ~ 6 drops

Women’s Hormone Balance

Lavender ~ 4 drops
Bergamot ~ 3 drops
Rose ~ 2 drops
Geranium ~ 3 drops

Boost Energy

Lime ~ 3 drops
Rosemary ~ 3 drops
Black Pepper ~ 1 drop
Peppermint ~ 1 drop

Ease Sore Muscles

Lavender ~ 5 drops
Rosemary ~ 2 drops
Clary Sage ~ 3 drops
Benzoin ~ 2 drops

Aphrodisiac

Bergamot ~ 3 drops
Jasmine ~ 3 drops
Sandalwood ~ 3 drops
Ylang Ylang ~ 3 drops

Caution – Do not use these recipes if you are pregnant or breast feeding. If you are over 12 weeks pregnant, always see a qualified aromatherapist to receive any aromatherapy treatment, or for advice before using any essential oil.
Caution – The dosage of these blends is for an adult; therefore, do not use on children.
Caution – Do not use if your are allergic to any specific essential oil.
Caution – Do not exceed the number of drops specified in each recipe.