These easy natural sinus relief salts are great whether you have allergies or a cold. It will not only help relieve your congestion but will also help relax and soothe tired, sore muscles. Bath salts, however, are an excellent way to get in a little aromatherapy and let your skin soak with soothing aromatherapy fragrances reducing stress and anxiety. The salts absorb the essential oils and create a powerful scent when immersed in water and the fresh or dried leaves release a subtle fragrance too. Both have wonderful benefits for your skin. I have a few of my favorite herbs for my sinus bath salts for congestion relief.
Here are some other ideas if you want to play around with the ingredients:
Eucalyptus is one of the most common
Try anise, thyme, and oregano.
Cardamom and cayenne pepper. These really get blood flowing!
Try peppermint. Due to its high content of menthol, can feel relieving on the sinuses. It can help to clear airways and get rid of that stuffiness.
Tea tree oil. Tea tree is often used to reduce bacterial growth. This can help to reduce inflammation and swelling.
Lavender. Lavender is another good herb for the reduction of pain, inflammation, and swelling. Its relaxing nature helps to calm your senses.
Fennel seed and horseradish root. Use caution with these if you are pregnant or have sensitive skin..
Rosemary. It has anti-inflammatory properties and is a rich source of antioxidants.
Relief bath salt recipe :
1 cup epsom salt
1 cup sea salt
2 TBSP dried eucaliptus
1 TBSP dried rosemary
1 TBSP anise
1 TBSP dried thyme
25-30 drops essential oil such as eucalyptus, lavender, peppermint, and/or tea tree
Make a warm bath and put a couple of scoops of this in with the water.
This recipe contains peppermint, which has high levels of menthol. If you would like to make this recipe for a child, leave out the dried peppermint and peppermint essential oil.
Always test out homemade herbal recipes on a small patch of skin to see how your body reacts.
Enjoyyy :))