What should you put in your bath?
black tea: soothes sunburns [1] [2] [3] and is antimicrobial [4] [5] [6] contains some essential polyphenols and tannin [7] [8] [9], reduces puffiness/inflammation [10] [11] [12]
green tea: antioxidant and detoxifier [1] soothes rashes, increases healing rate, softens skin [2] heals sores and wounds, rejuvenates skin cells, improve psoriasis and dandruff [3] anti-aging, mood stabilizing [4]
apple cider vinegar: anti inflammatory and softens skin [1] helps restore vaginal pH [2] [3] [4] treats yeast infection [5] [6] anti-bacterial [7] eliminates vaginal odor [8]
ground ginger: increases circulation, promotes sweating, opens pores, relieves pain [1]
lemon: antioxidant (brightens skin) [1], treats boils [2]
olive oil: moisturizes skin [1]
calendula flowers: soothes burns, inflammation, rashes, insect bites, skin disorders [1], useful for small children [2], treats bruises, swellings, and sprains [3]
elder-flowers: anti-inflammatory and heals rashes cuts and wounds [1]
Himalayan salt: soothes insect bites, heals blisters, relieves arthritis pain [1] softens skin [2]
oatmeal: soothes, anti-inflammatory, calms angry skin [1]
rose petals: relax mind, relieve sleepiness, soothe headaches and stress, relieve insomnia [1] [2] promote positive feelings [3]
valerian root: relax the mind, relieve sleepiness, soothe headaches and stress, relieve insomnia [1] [2] [3]
lavender: relax the mind, relieve sleepiness, soothe headaches and stress [1] [2] relieves insomnia and skin irritation [3]
mugwort: relax the mind, relieve sleepiness, soothe and headaches and stress [1]
chammomile: soothes nerves [1] good for dry skin [2] treats aching muscles and joints [3]
passion flower: soothes nerves [1]
hops: soothes nerves [1] relieves insomnia [2]
rosemary: pain relief, soothes headaches and fatigue [1] relaxing, increases alertness and clarity of mind [2] soothes sore throat [3] antiseptic, treat cold symptoms, soothes insect bites and irritated skin, and relieves insomnia [4]
thyme: pain relief, soothes headaches and fatigue [1] increase blood flow, relieve congestion [2] antiseptic, treats bruises, swellings, and sprains, aching muscles and joints, and irritated skin [3]
devils claw: eases joint pain [1]
juniperberries: soothes muscle aches [1]
peppermint: increase blood flow, relieve congestion [1] antiseptic, relieves eczema [2]
eucalyptus: increase blood flow, relieve congestion [1] increases energy [2] treats cold symptoms [3]
jasmine: emollient and antiseptic, soothes skin [1]
coconut flakes: nourish the skin [1]
sage: uplifting, good for oily skin and back acne [1] stimulating [2] treats aching muscles and joints, soothes irritated skin [2]
marjoram: decongestant, soothes muscle pain [1]
whole cow’s milk: hydrates and mildly exfoliates skin [1]
cow’s buttermilk: hydrates and thoroughly exfoliates skin [1]
goat’s milk: thoroughly hydrates and exfoliates skin, provides nutrients [1]
Y’all, I’m not a doctor. Please don’t treat these practices as prescriptions. They are home remedies that, in many peoples’ experience, have proven effective.
If you are trying to resolve medical ailments on your own without consulting medical advise {which this is not}, please be very careful. Do your own research. Ultimately, though, if it is possible for you, seek medical advise. Consult a doctor.
You are wonderful. Please enjoy your bath. Play with it. Find what makes you feel incredible and listen to your body.
6/20/2017: *in the process of being updated, broken links removed*
11/6/2017: *updated apple cider vinegar links and information, please read through them before you’ve decided whether or not it helps balance vaginal pH**also added disclaimer*
