A warm bath soothes aching muscles and heats the body. According to Greta Breedlove, author of "The Herbal Home Spa," adding sea salt to bathwater enhances the healing process. Breedlove states that the minerals in the sea salt condition the skin, improve circulation and relax stiff muscles. To get the most benefit from your sea salt bath, start with a clean tub and wash beforehand -- use the bath only for soaking.
Step 1
Clean the tub with a sponge and a mildly abrasive cleaner. Use cool water and rinse thoroughly.
Step 2
Fill your bathroom sink with warm water. Use the soap and washcloth to clean under your arms and the genital area. Rinse thoroughly.
Step 3
Turn on the tub faucet and set water to slightly warmer than body temperature; use your inner forearm to test the water. Avoid making the water too hot, which can dry the skin.
Step 4
Pour half the bath salt into the flow of water. Swirl the water with your hand, then add the rest of the salt.
Step 5
Fill the tub ½ to ¾ full. Allow enough room for the water to rise when you sit down.
Step 6
Step into the tub and sit down slowly, to adjust to the water. If the water is too hot, add more cold. If the water is too cold, add more hot.
Step 7
Soak in the tub for at least 20 minutes or until the water cools to body temperature. Drain some of the water, add more hot water and soak for another 20 minutes.
Step 8
Use a thick bath towel to pat yourself dry at the end of your bath. Avoid rubbing, which can dry the skin.
Tips and Warnings
- Add a few drops of essential oil, such as lavender or eucalyptus, for a scented bath.
Things You'll Need
- Mildly abrasive cleaner
- Sponge
- Bath soap
- Washcloth
- ½ cup Dead Sea salt
- Bath towel
References
- Saltworks: Dead Sea Salt Bathing
- The Herbal Home Spa; Greta Breedlove; 1998
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