Aromatherapy Bath & Bath Salt Recipes (& Benefits)

Aromatherapy is the ancient practice of using essential oils extracted from plants for their therapeutic benefits. It was the Egyptians who built the first distillation machine, a rudimentary object used for the crude extraction of cedarwood oil which they used for several purposes, including embalming the dead, cosmetics, and baths. Later, aromatherapy bath recipes made their way to the Greeks who attributed it to the gods, and then to the Romans who were among the first people to ever come up with public baths.

Today, aromatherapy has come a long way. No longer is it confined to baths and cosmetics, but also, aromatherapy is used for its many therapeutic benefits, going so far as to complement what has been termed as holistic healing.

Why Aromatherapy Bath Recipe is Beneficial

Aromatherapy bath recipes are beneficial for two reasons. First is that water itself is a powerful compound and for many years, it has been associated with countless therapeutic benefits. Even medical doctors are recommending water therapy to patients and there is enough scientific evidence to prove such a claim.

The second reason why aromatherapy bath recipe is beneficial is the fact that the water used is warm. The warmth of the bath helps stimulate the oil, allowing it to be better absorbed by the skin. Warmth also provides an excellent moisturizing effect.

Aromatherapy bath products synergistically combine all the wonderful benefits of essential oils with the relaxing properties of hot water. Aromatherapy bath products provide you with several benefits, least of which is relief from stress and anxiety. Depending on the essential oils present in aromatherapy bath products, some will also assist with muscle pains or offer a sensual atmosphere that sets the mood.

Perhaps the easiest way to implement aromatherapy and its benefits is to use aromatherapy bath products in the bath. Aromatherapy bath products can be any type of essential oil known for their therapeutic benefits. Other types of aromatherapy bath products include carrier oils, absolutes, infused oils, resins, and hydrosols or floral waters.

   You can use these types of aromatherapy bath products individually by simply adding 5-7 drops in the water. But you also have a choice of blending all these aromatherapy bath products for a synergistic effect. Customizing your own bath oil from several aromatherapy bath products might be a little difficult but you can always use a recipe blend for that. 

Aromatherapy Bath Recipes: Simple Solution

Aromatherapy bath recipes can include almost any type of essential oil. For better absorption of essential oils, carrier oil should be included in an aromatherapy bath recipe. The carrier oil may be anything from plain to herbal-infused and even scented.

Carrier oils in aromatherapy bath recipes offer nourishment for your skin. They are made from vegetable oils and are very beneficial, not only because they help “carry” essential oils but because they contain their own nutritious compounds. The essential oils in aromatherapy bath recipes promote various subtle effects which work in synergy with the effects of water therapy and the nourishment provided by carrier oils.

Aromatherapy Bath Recipe: Basic Solutions

For a basic oil bath, you can use this aromatherapy bath recipe: Add 1-2 oz. of plain carrier oil to bathwater. Some good choices of carrier oils are coconut, olive, sesame, or jojoba.

You can also use a blend of several oils, such as this aromatherapy bath recipe: Mix 1 ½ oz. olive oil, 3 oz. almond oil, 1 oz. sesame oil, 1 oz. canola oil, and ½ oz. wheat germ oil. Pour the mixture into a jar with a cap. Shake well before adding 1 oz. of it to bath water.


There are numerous types of aromatherapy bath salt recipes administered at spas, Ayuverdic and holistic centers, and health clinics around the world. Even sports therapy clinics use some aromatherapy bath salt recipes to help patients recover from joint and muscle injuries. Dermatologists sometimes recommend aromatherapy bath salt recipes for patients with psoriasis, eczema, and other dry skin conditions.

For hundreds of thousands of years, aromatherapy bath salt recipes have been used by people not just for aesthetic purposes to enhance the skin but for healthful reasons as well. Aromatherapy bath salt recipes contain essential oils that are beneficial to the body, helping to enhance and improve health and well-being.

You can try aromatherapy bath salt recipes at home as well. With just a few handy ingredients, those powerful therapeutic benefits could be yours. Below are some samples of aromatherapy bath salt recipes you can try out.

Aromatherapy Bath Salt Recipe: Salt Glow

Use the following ingredients for this aromatherapy bath salt recipe: 1 cup fine bath salt, 4oz grapeseed oil (1/2 cup), 2oz avocado oil (1/4 cup), 1 T d-alpha Tocopheral Vitamin E, and 20-30 drops essential oil blend.

Mix all oils together and pour mixture into a storage jar made of glass with an airtight seal. Slowly add salt and mix well. The Salt Glow aromatherapy bath salt recipe should be stored in a cool dark place to maximize shelf life.

Aromatherapy Bath Salt Recipe: Bath Teas

Use the following ingredients for this aromatherapy bath salt recipe: ½ cup coarse bath salt, 8 drops sweet orange essential oil, 8 drops lavender or dried lavender buds or, dried chamomile flowers, and large 3x5 inch tea bags (or Organza or Muslin bags).

Add essential oil to salt and mix well. Next, add dried herbs and stir to combine. Fill each tea bag with approximately 4oz of this aromatherapy bath salt recipe mixture. Package the bags individually and use plastic to seal it. This will prevent the scent from leaking out. To use, simply toss one bag into warm bath water. As the tea bag seeps the salts will melt and the fragrance from the essential oils and herbs will disperse. When done, throw the tea bag away.

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