Note: this piece first appeared in the December 2007 issue of Clark Wellness ForkBytes.
Essential oils are available at health food stores and some body care boutiques. A few drops will do — just 6 to 8 drops per full bath is plenty. Try these combinations this season and see what you enjoy the most! Please note: If you have any medical condition, are taking medication, or are pregnant, consult your healthcare practitioner before using essential oils.
Warming bath — Great for chilly days to warm you to the core! Allspice is also cheering and comforting. Recipe: 3 drops allspice oil, 1 drop cinnamon bark oil, 2 drops sweet orange oil, 2 drops ginger oil.
Relaxing bath — Calming and relaxing; perfect for a pre-bedtime indulgence. Recipe: 2 drops lavender oil, 1 drop vanilla oil, 2 drops chamomile oil, 1 drop jasmine oil.
Cleansing bath — Are you holding on to holiday stress? Melt it away with this combination. Recipe: 1 drop thyme oil, 2 drops geranium oil, 2 drops clary sage oil.
Energizing bath — Wake up with this rejuvenating treat. Recipe: 2 drops sweet basil oil, 2 drops lemon oil, 2 drops sweet orange oil.
