A warm bath is a daily oasis for many people. Relaxing in ahot bath will ease the effects of tension and put you in a better state of mindto deal with your troubles.
Remember, the bath should be warm, not hot.
Some well-chosen herbs in your bathwater could make you soakeven more effective. Different herbs provide subtly distinct sensations whenadded to bathwater. Place one type of herb or a mixture in a cloth or net bag,and then toss the bag into the bath or hang it on the tap as the bath fills.Use the guide below to help you choose:
· Stimulating, for a refreshing early-morningbath:lovage, mint, rosemary, sage, orange, pine, thyme
· Tranquillizing, for an end-of-the-day bath:camomile, sandalwood, lavender, marjoram, marigold, mint
· Relief for sore muscles or joints: arnica,wintergreen, lavender
· Relief for itchy skin: parsley, sage, rosemary,basil
· Antidote to fatigue or stress: pine, sage, fir(plus a cup of cider vinegar)
Every few days, stay in the bath long enough to soften skinon your feet, elbows and elsewhere. Then rub those areas with a wet pumicestone or abrasive puff. After removing rough skin, rinse off and apply bodylotion.
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