Lavender Bath : A Luxurious Bath Spa.

The following blend recipes are using lavender oil to make a good aromatherapy lavender bath.

Lavender Getaway Bath

This bath is design for winter time.

Ingredient :

• 2 tablespoons of lavender buds (Lavandula angustifolia)
• 2 tablespoons of finely ground oatmeal
• a few drops of lavender essential oils
• a small muslin bag

Instructions :

Put lavender bud ,ground oatmeal and essential oils into a small muslin bag. Secure tightly with a string, put it under the tap of your bathtub. Once the bath is full, try rubbing the bundle gently over your skin. Both the lavender and the oatmeal will work to soothe dry skin and calm frazzled nerves as well.

Lavish Lavender

Ingredient :

• ˝ cup dried lavender flower
• ˝ cup dried rose petals
• ˝ cup dried lemon verbena
• 2-3 drops lavender essential oils
• 1 muslin bag

Method :

Combine all the ingredient and place in the muslin bag. Tie the bag under the tap so the water can run through it. Stimulating the aromatic properties. Float the herbs as you soak. Close your eyes, lies back and breathe in and out gently. You’ll feel calm and ready for bed after 20 minutes.

Chamomile Cheer

To wind down just before bed time soak in a lavender and chamomile bath. Both scents promote relaxation and sleep. Chamomile also helps relive menstrual cramps.

Ingredient: (enough for 3 baths )

• 12 tbsp dried chamomile
• 1 cup unscented liquid soap
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1 cup white wine
• 2 drops lavender oil

Method :

Steep the flower in the water. Add the rest and pour into a bottle. Leave overnight.Pour into warm running water and settle in for a comforting bath.

Another way to relax is using Lavender Bath Teas,Lavender bath teas are an easy way to have a scented and therapeutic bath even if you aren't comfortable with or don't have essential oils.

After you soak in Lavender Bath, You also can do a massage over your body with another massage blend using lavender oils.

Beside for massage or bath, lavender can be great for other remedy. For more information on lavender blends, please click here.

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