A Tub Full of Pampering

Relaxation
is something we often forget to do and hardly ever think of.

Our days are so full of "TO DO LISTS" we forget that our bodies need rest to continue. Here are some stress relievers to get some most needed rest among our busy days.

1. Reduce Tension with a Lavender Salt Bath

This tension reducing bath calms the mind, the heart and enhances your beauty.
It calms the nerves.

Lavender is rich in linalool, an essential oil that de-stress your central nervous system.
It soothes aches and pains.

Lavender's anti-inflammatories help relieve muscle aches and sinus pressure.
It enhances your beauty.

Lavender enhances and erases skin imperfections. The lavender oil stimulates cell rejuvenation, that's why herbalists use it to treat eczema and to minimize scarring stretch marks.

Make your own Lavender bath salt
Mix

1 Tbs. dried lavender or lavender tea
3 Tbs. lavender oil or baby oil
2 c. Epsom salt

Mix well, then add a scoop of this mixture to a tub of warm water. Soak for about 10 minutes. Mixture keeps well for a long time.

2. Recharge with a Mint Bath

For your mind...enjoy instant energy.

In haling the scent of peppermint instantly energizes and awakens your mind.

For your health...ease headaches.

Studies show that peppermint oil, both inhaled and massaged into the skin can relieve headache pain and even migraines.

For your beauty...banish breakouts.

Peppermint has astringent qualities that help control oils.

Make your own mint bath:

Mix 2 c. Epsom salts with 2 handfuls of fresh mint or 1 Tbs. loose mint tea. Rub the leaves against the salts, releasing their fragrant oils. Place in a reclosable bottle or jar. To enjoy...pour a scoop of the salt under the 10 minutes.

3. Reawaken yourself in a citrus bath
For your mind...sharpen your focus.

Lemon oil is uplifting and invigorating. Aromatherapy studies show the scent increases concentration while boosting up your memory.

For your health...stop itching.

Lemon oil has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties that calm the irritation, so you can stop scratching.

For your beauty...even out skin tone.

Lemon juice's natural acidity gently fades and evens out skin discolorations.

Make your own lemon bath oil

Pour 1 c. sweet almond oil into a re-closeable bottle. Add 4-6 lemon zests, twisting them as you drop them in. Set overnight. Pour 1 tsp. into the bath, soak for at least 10 minutes...enjoy.

4. Relax in Chamomile Milk Bath

For your mind...sleep soundly.

Chamomile relaxes your mind and helps relieve anxiety.

For your health...fight off colds.

Researchers found that chamomile works as an antibacterial to relieve cold symptoms like muscle tension and coughing.

For the beauty...soften your skin.

Milk has a natural acid in it that slough away dry skin, leaving your body baby smooth.


Make your own chamomile sachet.
Place 1 Tbs. chamomile tea and 1 Tbs. powdered milk onto a cheesecloth. Place the sachets in your bath and soak for 15 minutes.

Information was obtained from Woman's World Magazine
11/11/2011

Blueberry & Coconut Body Scrub

This is a refreshing and wonderful homemade body scrub. It not only makes you feel clean but it is good for your skin.

Recipe:

1/3 c. fresh blueberries

1/3 c. of coconut milk

1/3 c. olive oil

1/3 c. mayonnaise

1/3 c. honey

Blend all these ingredients in a blender. Then pour this mixture into a large jar, add to this 1/3 c. of your favorite body scrub. Shake well, then pour how much you desire in a washcloth. Scrub your body well with it...it is very refreshing.

Avocado Body scrub

Avocados is one of the best fruits to eat. It is full of Omega 3's and it is full of healthy fats. Health experts recommend for every one to eat 3 avocados a week to keep our Omega 3's in tip top shape and since avocados are really good for you, it is just as good for your skin.

My homemade body scrubs made with ripped avocados will not only scrub away that winter dry skin, but it will also oil and moisturize it as well. After a nice bath with this body scrub, it will leave your skin shiny and super soft. Here is my own homemade body scrub and I scrub my body with it every Saturday. For an entire week my skin is super soft without itching or discomforts that are always left from a cold winter...I also recommend you use it on your face, it will leave your face glowing. Enjoy.

1 ripe avocado

1 T. mayonnaise

1 egg yolks

2 T. olive oil

1/4 cup of your favorite body scrub

Whip it well with a beater and store in the refrigerator in a tight closed container.

ENJOY!

Homemade Body Scrub

Would you like baby soft skin?

All of us want to have that baby soft skin, but aging and these cold winter weather can destroy and dry up our skin. Here is a great way I keep that wonderful soft skin year around,...especially in the winter.

Once a week I scrub my body with this great in home concoction I make right from my kitchen.

1 very ripe avocado

3 tablespoons of olive oil

2 tablespoons of mayonnaise

3 tablespoons of oatmeal

1/3 cup of body scrub

Mix it all well with a hand beater, then shower with it using a small face cloth. Scrub your body with it and also scrub the bottom of oyur feet with a brush to cleanse and soften those rough edges. It is marvelous for the skin. You will have soft skin for at least 3 to 4 days.