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Soothe Away the Aches and Pains Bath Salt Recipe.
Ingredients.
1 cup epsom salt
1 cup sea salt
1/2 cup baking soda
1/2 cup dry milk
Mix all ingredients together and store in a closed container or jar.
One of life's simplest pleasures is soaking in a bath filled with relaxing, soothing bath salts.
A bath salt soak can soothe away a stiff back, sore feet, and ease away tension. Not only can bath salts have a multitude of soothing fragrances, they can have medicinal value and healing properties as well.
For example, you might be surprised to learn that adding a little salt to your bath water can actually help improve your circulation. Bath salts, such as the one above, are recommended for people with back pain, arthritis, muscle tension or spasms, and minor work and sports injuries. They're great for easing stiff, sore, muscles and aching feet and legs.
Bath salts open the pores to purify the skin, cleansing away dirt, sweat, and toxins. They aid in the healing of dry skin, making skin softer and suppler. Salts also can help improve common irritations such as insect bites, minor rashes, and calluses on feet, as well as more serious skin conditions like athlete's foot, eczema, and psoriasis.
Salts made with essential oils offer the added benefit of aromatherapy. Pleasant, soothing scents have been shown to induce calmness and promote relaxation. Scented bath salts combine these attributes with other healing properties. The ability to relax and unwind at the end of the day is also the best way to ensure sound, restful sleep at night, and bath salts can help with that.