Easy Homemade Bath Oil Recipe (With Essential Oils)

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Out with the bubble bath & in with the bath oil.  At the end of the day, you can turn your bath into a luxurious experience by making your own bath oil.  This homemade bath oil recipe with essential oils is the perfect addition to your beauty routine this time of year.

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DIY Bath Oil

Using a relaxing bath oil has so many positive effects.  It is a great alternative to bath bombs & bath salts.  It is easy to make & you probably have all of the ingredients you need already!

Health Benefits

There are so many great benefits when you use a DIY bath oil recipe.  You can pick and choose the carrier oil & essential oils based on your needs.  

Regardless, bath oil is great for dry skin due to the nourishing oils.  With the right essential oils (like lavender essential oil), you can also soothe muscle aches & menstrual cramps when used in your hot bath water.

Other benefits are:

• Soothing eczema & itchy skin
• Healing stretch marks
• Promotes anti-aging
• Relieves swelling
• Anti-fungal & antibacterial
• Treats acne
• Evens skin tone
• Calms the mind
• Enhances concentration
• Boosts mood

All skin types can benefit from homemade bath oil.  It’s easy to tweak and make as the perfect blend for your needs.

What To Use

This recipe only calls for two ingredients: a carrier oil & essential oils.  The ingredients are really flexible to help you choose what works best for you.

Carrier Oil

You can choose any carrier oil that is in liquid form.  Either use one carrier oil or mix multiple together.  Some of my favorite oils to use are fractionated coconut oil, jojoba oil, or olive oil.

All of these oils are super moisturizing due to the essential fatty acids.   Here’s a list so you can choose the best carrier oil for you:

• Jojoba oil: intense hydration & helps control body oil level
• Olive oil: anti-inflammatory & gives your skin a natural glow
• Fractionated coconut oil: softens skin & helps to heal stretch marks
• Sweet almond oil: keeps cells healthy & protects from UV damage
• Avocado oil: protects against skin damage & calms itchy skin
• Grapeseed oil: helps acne breakouts & lightens scars
• Castor oil: prevents wrinkles & soothes burns
• Argan oil: heals infections & anti-aging
• Vitamin E oil: helps dark spots & fine lines
• Shea butter: anti-inflammatory & anti-aging

Essential Oils

Essential oils are the best for customizing recipes.  Use any of the favorite essential oils that you enjoy.  You can use a combination of essential oils or just use one.

Make sure to choose organic pure essential oils that are 100% therapeutic grade.  I really like using Edens Garden essential oils because they are pure, yet not too expensive.

Common Essential Oils For Bath Oil

• Lavender essential oil: great for soothing pain & calming mind
• Sweet orange essential oil: a pick-me-up for peace & concentration
• Rosemary oil: relieves pain & stress
• Sage: eliminates toxins & helps stretch marks
• Peppermint: soothes itching & dryness
• Thyme oil: anti-fungal & helps clean skin
• Calendula oil: heals wounds & dry skin
• Rose essential oil: clears acne & anti-inflammatory
• Jasmine oil: calms dry, itchy skin
• Tea tree oil: treats fungus & soothes skin
• Eucalyptus oil: helps seal moisture & relieves congestion
• Cedarwood: good for acne & eczema

Using an essential oil blend is a great option too.  Just make sure it’s not going to irritate your skin.

Herb-Infused Bath Oil

Another option is to infuse your oil with herbs.  If you choose to do this, you can use a carrier oil & then choose to use the herbs listed above in the essential oil section.  Place your herbs in the oil & allow to infuse for 2-4 days before using.

Recipe

This recipe couldn’t be easier.  You just choose a carrier oil & essential oil based on your needs.  Then, mix it together in a bottle!

Tools

• 4oz Glass dropper bottle
• Small funnel (optional)

Ingredients

• 4oz of carrier oil (about ½ cup)
• 40-50 drops of essential oils

Directions

Combine your carrier oil of choice & essential oils into the glass dropper bottle.  You need to give it a good shake each time you use it so the oils mix together.

You’ll use 1 tablespoon of your relaxing bath oil in the bathtub.  The best way to use is to make sure you’re using warm water (or hot water) to help the oil melt into the water.

Now all you have to do is enjoy your soothing bath oil!

Tips

• Always use a glass container for this recipe because the oils can break down plastic.
• If you’re just looking for moisture, you can skip the essential oils.
• Use any essential oil blends that you enjoy.  It’s best to avoid citrus oils that are phototoxic like grapefruit, lime, bergamot, & lemon oil. They make your skin sensitive to sunlight.  Use sweet orange oil if you want a citrus smell.
• You can use any carrier oil that you have on hand.  You can also mix a few carrier oils together for added benefits.
• Be careful when you step in and out of the tub, as the floors might be slippery from the oil.
• If you’re pregnant or nursing, use half the amount of essential oils in your bottle.  Make sure to only use essential oils that are safe for pregnancy.
• For kids, also use half the amount of essential oil & make sure you use kid-friendly essential oils.
• To avoid skin irritation, start with 1-2 teaspoons in your bathtub first.

Give It A Try

After a long day or during winter months, this homemade bath oil is the perfect remedy.  It also makes a great DIY gift!

Use what you have on hand to make your own DIY bath oil at home.  You’ll love how easy it is & how great you feel after your bath experience!

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Posts on this blog are for informational or educational purposes only and does not substitute professional medical advice or consultations with expert professionals. Always do your own research if pregnant, nursing, or dealing with young children.

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