Benefits of Salt Baths

Courtney Beck

Apr 9, 20202 min read

Updated: Jan 31

by Courtney Beck

Salt Baths are an amazing way to de-stress and self-bless. Sinking into the warm bath water, mindfully relaxing, and allowing your cares to be washed away is not only healthy for your body and skin, but for your mind and spirit as well.

Top 10 Benefits of Salt Baths:

1. Stimulates circulation

2. Eases muscle cramps

3. Detoxes the body, skin, and auric field

4. Moisturizes skin

5. Helps with insomnia

6. Recharges your energy

7. Brings balance to mind, body and spirit

8. Relieves joint stiffness

9. Boosts the immune system

10. This is an act of self-care

How to Prepare a Relaxing Salt Bath

Think of your salt bath as a ritual, because it is. This is a time for you. A time to detach from the stress and worries of life, and give yourself the ultimate gift of nurturing self-care.

What You'll Need

1. 2 cups of Epsom salt or Himalayan Salt (coarse or fine, or a combination of both)

2. Essential Oils (I recommend Lavender, Frankincense, or Chamomile)

3. Candles

4. Bath pillow or towel for your neck

5. Relaxing meditation music

6. Your favorite body moisturizer

7. Incense to burn during your bath (optional)

8. A nice fluffy towel to dry yourself with

Instructions

1. Prepare your bath water. Get the water hot enough to be comfortable. (You don't want to scald yourself.)

2. Add 2 cups of your bath salts as you fill the bathtub and allow them to dissolve.

3. Add 8-10 drops of your Essential Oils.

4. Light your candle, turn down the lights, and turn on the music. Light your incense if you're using it.

5. Get into the bath. Do not bathe in the water. This is for relaxation only. If you feel the need to bathe, shower before you enjoy your bath.

6. Soak in the water. Allow your thoughts to float away and simply be present in the moment. Enjoy the luxurious feeling.

7. Soak for 20-30 minutes.

8. When you're done, allow the water to drain while you're still sitting in the bathtub. As the water drains, imagine the toxins and negative thoughts and emotions swirling away down the drain with the water.

9. Exit the tub (carefully...you may feel slightly jelly-legged). Dry off with a towel. Apply your favorite moisturizer.

10. Run some water through the pipes as you rinse the bath. This helps all toxins to exit and prevents them from sitting in the plumbing.

11. Drink plenty of water for the next 24 hours as your body continues to detox. This will help to flush the toxins out of your system while keeping you hydrated.