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Whether store bought or homemade, these bath products can be beneficial to mind, body and soul.
Bath bombs and fizzies can be used for aromatherapy, to relieve skin conditions and other ailments, or even to help you breathe easier while suffering from a cold.
These products can be bought or customed made to treat exactly what it is you want them to. It is important however, to make sure you are not allergic to any of the ingredients.
Aromatherapeutic bombs or fizzies can be used to relieve stress, to rejuvenate your body, to relieve fatigue, fight a cold or allergies, help you sleep or relieve muscle pain.
Bath bombs can be used to relieve itching from allergies, ezcema,or even chicken pox.
If you¡¯re looking for certain benefits, the try looking for the following herbal ingredients depending on what your needs are:
Aloe Vera: Aloe is used when you have a skin condition, particularly an infection or itchy rash. Aloe vera baths are also particulary good after getting a sunburn.
Angelica: Angelica is useful for treating asthma, bronchitis and rheumatoid arthritis.
Arnica: Arnica baths are good for relieving pain and reducing swelling associated with bruises, sprains and arthritis.
Arrowroot: This is used to relieve pain and itching from chicken pox sores.
Basil: Basil is another herb used for joint pain, along with itchy skin including rashes and bug bites.
Bergamot: Bergamot is very versatile. It can be used to help relieve cold syptoms such as congestion and a sore throat, in ban be used as an insect repellent, and it is also refreshing and relaxing at the same time. If you¡¯re feeling down, use a bergamot bath bomb to relieve depression and anxiety.
Calendula (Marigold): This herb is used to treat burns (including sunburns), inflammation from sprains, insect bites, rashes, and other skin irritations. It also helps stop the spread of infections.
Camphor: Camphor can relieve congestion, along with arthritis, muscle aches and back pain.
Chamomile: Chamomile is used to relieve stress and tension, eczema and other skin rashes.
Cinnamon: Cinnamon is said to aphrodisiac qualities along with being a stimulant.
Comfrey: This herb is used as an anti-inflammatory and astringent.
Coriander: Coriander is used to relieve arthritis pain.
Lemon Grass: Lemon grass is another herb which relieves arthritis and other pains.
Damiana: Damiana has a strong aroma which can help relieve depression.
Eucalyptus: Eucalyptus is very versatile. It can be used to relieve cold symptoms, infections, clear sinuses, anti-biotic, anti-viral , and can be used to fight fatique. Eucalyptus baths can be used to relieve aches and pains, and most itchy skin conditions.
Ginger: Ginger has a very pleasant scent which increases your circulation. It can be used to relieve headaches, treat a cold, as an anti-inflammatory, and as a stimulant.
Hamamelis (Witch Hazel): Witch Hazel is an astringent that often takes the place of alcohol in products with all natural ingredients. It is good for insect bites, inflammations, sore muscles, hemorrhoids and other aches and pains.
Hibiscus: Hibiscus softens skin and soothes sunburn.
Jasmine: Jasmine has a wonderful scent used for treating depression, relieving stess and tension, and to promote a good night¡¯s sleep.
Lavender: Similar to Jasmine, lavender is used for treating depression, relieving stress and tension, and to help you sleep. It¡¯s also good for relieving the pain of arthritis, muscle spasms, and headaches.
Lemon: Lemon is a stimulant that can also help releive inflammation.
Marjoram: In a hot bath. Marjoram vapors clear the sinuses.
Patchouli: Patchouli is used to fight exhaustion and stress while being calming and rejuvenating.
Rose: The scent of roses relieves headaches, tension, insomnia and promotes happiness.
Rosemary: Rosemary treats fatigue and stress while boosting energy.
Sage: A sage bath is good for insect bites and wounds.
Sandalwood: Sandalwood reduces stress and calms the mind.
Ylang Ylang: Reduces stress and rension, promotes calmness and tranquility.
All of these herbs can be found in manufactured bath bombs and fizzes, but you can also use crushed dried herbs or essential oils to make your own bath bombs right at bome.
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