DIY Essential Oil Bath Salts for Mom

Mother’s Day is coming, and if you’re a mom and you haven’t already…. start thinking about pampering yourself! (Yes, you can and should totally treat yo’self.)

As a mom, you likely feel like you’re always on, on, on and go, go, go, always taking care of others. But what about yourself? It’s important to take some time for yourself, and one way to do that – in fact, one of the first things people tend to suggest on every “how not to be stressed AF” list – is by taking a hot bath!

While bubble baths definitely have the luxe factor going for them, I am a sucker for the holistic approach of essential oil baths. Essential oils have been used for thousands of years for their healing properties, and obviously, whether you are a mother or not, these oils can help you care for yourself in a natural and holistic way. Essential oils can help promote relaxation, calmness, and peace, all perfect for when you need a break! 

I personally am a mom to three wonderful children that I just adore, and they all know that when it’s moms bath time… everyone give mom some space. It’s ALONE TIME. haha. For Mother’s Day I want to share an essential oil bath salt blend that I use regularly whenever I need a bath that is especially comforting, calming, soothing, and supporting.

You Will Need:

Equal Parts of:

• Lavender Essential Oil
• Sage Essential Oil
• Geranium Essential Oil
• Bergamot Essential Oil

2:1 Ratio of:

• Coarse Sea Salt
• Epsom Salt

Depending on your container size, the ratio for the recipe is 2:1 coarse sea salt to Epsom salt. Mix the two salts thoroughly. Next, add equal parts of your essential oils. I generally do 8-10 drops for 1/2 cup of bath salts, but you do you! Add more or less as you please.

Some of the benefits of these specific essential oils include:

Bergamot Essential Oil

• Soothes skin and improves skin tone
• Balances mood and eases anxiety
• Promotes relaxation and ensures a restful sleep

Geranium Essential Oil

• Its rosy aroma offers positive reassurance
• Nourishes the skin
• Eases physical and emotional pain
• Encourages when feeling down

Sage Essential Oil

• Allows creative inspiration to flow
• Returns vitality after an illness
• Relieves menstrual cramps
• Uplifts the mind and emotions

Lavender Essential Oil

• All around supportive essential oil
• Offers emotional balance and reassurance
• Inspires deep relaxation and sleep
• Soothes skin inflammation and irritations

Enjoy this essential oil bath salt for moms! And if you are a mom… Happy Mother’s Day!