DIY Bath Salt Recipes: Relaxation and Wellness in a Jar
5 Luxurious DIY Bath Salt Recipes for Ultimate Relaxation
Customise your spa experience with salts, clays, botanicals, and essential oils — all in grams for Australian precision
Bath salts are a luxurious addition to your self-care routine, offering soothing relaxation while nourishing your skin. Creating your own at home allows complete customisation with salts, clays, botanicals, and essential oils. Below are five unique, science-backed recipes featuring Epsom salts, Himalayan pink salt, magnesium chloride, clays, and dried flowers — all measured in grams for accuracy.
1. Rose & Himalayan Bliss
A romantic, skin-softening blend that uplifts mood and hydrates.
Ingredients (Yield: ~500 g):
- 250 g Epsom Salts
- 250 g Pink Himalayan Salt (Coarse)
- 30 g Dried Rose Petals
- 5 drops Rose Essential Oil
- 5 drops Geranium Essential Oil
Method:
- Combine salts in a large bowl.
- Add dried rose petals and essential oils.
- Mix thoroughly. Store in airtight jar.
- Use: 125 g (½ cup) per bath.
2. Calendula & Chamomile Relaxation Soak
Perfect for sensitive skin — soothes irritation and promotes calm.
Ingredients (Yield: ~550 g):
- 250 g Epsom Salts
- 250 g Magnesium Chloride Flakes
- 30 g Dried Calendula Flowers
- 30 g Chamomile Flowers
- 5 drops Lavender Essential Oil
- 5 drops Chamomile Essential Oil
Method:
- Mix salts and magnesium chloride.
- Gently fold in flowers and oils.
- Store in jar. Use: 125 g per bath.
3. Detoxifying Dead Sea Mud & Green Clay Bath
Draws out impurities and rejuvenates with mineral-rich clays.
Ingredients (Yield: ~450 g):
- 250 g Dead Sea Mud (Powdered)
- 125 g Green French Clay
- 125 g Epsom Salts
- 125 g Magnesium Chloride
- 5 drops Tea Tree Essential Oil
- 5 drops Eucalyptus Essential Oil
Method:
- Combine all dry ingredients.
- Add essential oils and mix well.
- Store airtight. Use: 50 g (2 tbsp) per bath.
4. Floral Jasmine & Pink Clay Soak
Luxurious floral pampering with gentle pink clay exfoliation.
Ingredients (Yield: ~450 g):
- 250 g Epsom Salts
- 125 g Pink Himalayan Salt
- 30 g Pink French Clay
- 30 g Dried Jasmine Buds
- 5 drops Jasmine Essential Oil
- 3 drops Ylang-Ylang Essential Oil
Method:
- Mix salts and clay.
- Add jasmine buds and oils.
- Store in jar. Use: 125 g per bath.
5. Earthy Herbal Diatomaceous Clay Detox
Exfoliates and detoxifies with silica-rich clays and calming herbs.
Ingredients (Yield: ~550 g):
- 250 g Diatomaceous Earth (Food-Grade)
- 125 g Dead Sea Mud
- 250 g Magnesium Chloride
- 30 g Chamomile Flowers
- 30 g Calendula Petals
- 5 drops Rosemary Essential Oil
- 5 drops Lemon Essential Oil
Method:
- Combine clays and salts.
- Fold in herbs and oils.
- Store airtight. Use: 125 g per bath.
Tips for Making and Using Bath Salts
- Storage: Use airtight glass or PET jars to prevent clumping in humid climates.
- Usage: Add 125–250 g to warm bathwater (37–40°C). Stir to dissolve.
- Customization: Adjust essential oils to 0.5–1% of total weight for safety.
- Safety: Patch test clay blends. Avoid in open wounds.
Pro Tip: Use a muslin bag for floral blends to prevent drain clogging.
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