What Are Bath Salts? How To Use Them?

A lot of organic beauty brands have started selling really appealing stuff. Bath salts are one of them. Bath salts are slowly gaining a lot of popularity in the beauty industry due to the benefits they offer to your skin. But for someone who is new to the concept, let's check out what bath salts actually are and how you can go ahead and use them.

What Are Bath Salts?

Bath salts are basically mineral salts that are broken down into fine particles that can easily be absorbed in the water. These bath salts are naturally occurring minerals that help the skin to rejuvenate and replenish it. Plus, bath salts are also known to cure some skin conditions by inducing and controlling the production and absorption of minerals on the skin.

How To Use Bath Salts

The most appropriate way of using is by rinsing yourself in a bathtub. The tub is first filled with water and then the salts are added to it. So, when you immerse yourself in the water the bath salts start their magic instantly. But most of us do not have bat tubs installed. And that is why we thought of telling you some ways to use bath salts even if you don't have a tub. You can go ahead and take some hot water in a bucket, add the bath salt to it and soak your feet inside it. Then dip your hands similarly and let the magic begin. For a better bathing experience prepare a bucket with warm water add the bath salts and use this water to rinse your entire body. This will help you get rid of the fatigue and tension in your body.

Benefits Of Using Bath Salts

Salts are not only known to hold the moisture in your skin but they also are the best natural exfoliators. They help in the removal of dead skin and the purification of the skin cells. Further, bathing regularly with these salts may improve the blood circulation of your body and may also relax your body and mind. The salts also soothe and loosen the muscles and detoxify the body along with making the skin super smooth and soft. The macro minerals present in the salt are absorbed in the skin and that is how they nourish and hydrate the skin along with ensuring better sleep quality and other benefits.

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DIY Bath Salt At Home

Bath salts are considered to be really luxurious bath essentials that are very popularly available these days. But since they are deemed to be luxurious, they are quite costly too. So, we will tell you how to make a DIY bath salt right at home.

All you need:

• 1 Cup Epsom Salt
• 1 Cup Kosher Salt
• 20-25 Drops Of Rose Essential Oil
• 1/2 Cup Baking Soda

Method:

• To make this relaxing bath salt, take a bowl and add the Epsom salt to it, then add on the kosher salt along with the baking soda.
• Stir them nicely and once they blend in, add the rose oil to the mixture.
• Stir well again and store this bath salt in an airtight container.
• Use this salt for having a heavenly and relaxing bathing ritual.

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