Energize and Focus
Three spices reminiscent of India work to sharpen your senses and clear your mind. Try this bath to start your day or when you begin a new project.
1 tablespoon powdered ginger
1 tablespoon powdered cinnamon
6 whole cloves
1 large orange sliced
Light red and orange, citrus- or spice-scented candles. Tie the powdered ginger, cinnamon, and cloves in a piece of muslin. Run a warm bath and add the bag of spices. After the bath is full, float the orange slices. Have a cup of iced spice tea or fresh orange juice to sip while you enjoy your bath.
Silk and Satin Skin
This bath, which moisturizes and smoothes rough skin, is perfect in the winter when dry air often makes skin brittle.
1 cup oatmeal
1 cup whole milk
2 cups sugar
Light vanilla or unscented white candles. Run a warm-water bath and add the milk. Tie the oatmeal in an old stocking or a square of cheesecloth and let it float in the bath. Use the sugar to exfoliate by rubbing small handfuls over your skin. Then rub the oatmeal ball on your body to help soothe your skin.
Clear Headed
Some headaches just won't go away no matter what you try. A healing bath may be just what you need to clear your head.
1/4 teaspoon lavender mix
1/4 teaspoon chamomile mix
1/4 teaspoon peppermint mix
Brew a cup of peppermint or chamomile tea to sip while in the tub. Run a hot-water bath. Add all the mixes when the bath is full. Breathe the steam in with long, slow breaths and concentrate on relaxing the muscles in your face.
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