A soothing soak to add to your bath and banish sniffles and aches
Body aches and sinus pressure be gone – this soothing soak is designed for when you’re feeling under the weather. Epsom salt works wonders on the sore muscles associated with cold and flu symptoms. Plus, this blend of essential oils will help decongest nasal passages.
This will make a large jar: enough for three much-needed baths.
240g Epsom salt
375g bicarbonate of soda
5 drops of eucalyptus essential oil
5 drops of vanilla essential oil (or vanilla extract)
3 drops of tea tree essential oil
Combine all the ingredients in a mixing bowl and store in a glass jar with an airtight lid. It will keep at room temperature for up to six months.
This ‘recipe’ is just one of the makes in our feature The Home Apothecary in our January issue, which also has instructions on how to make body scrubs, creams, face masks and more, all from the comfort of your kitchen.
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