Bathing with sea salt has many benefits. Sea salt can relieve cramps and muscle aches, as well as reduce insomnia and skin problems. There are many different types of sea salt available, but they all offer similar benefits. The most obvious difference between these types of salt is the grain size which determines how quickly the salt will dissolve in the bath water. Some types of salt contain additional minerals, such as calcium. In addition, you can also buy colored or flavored sea salt.
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Method 1 of 2: Using Sea Salt While Bathing
Step 1. Take enough time to soak for 15-20 minutes
Unlike bathing under the shower, soaking should not be rushed. This relaxation activity takes longer so that the body and mind can feel relaxed. To maximize the benefits, allocate time to soak for 15-20 minutes.
- Take a sea salt bath at night if you want to relieve insomnia. Some people say they can rest better after soaking in warm water and sea salt.
- Soaking in the morning helps rid the body of toxins. The body releases a lot of toxins that are pushed to the surface of the skin while you sleep. Soaking in the morning helps remove these toxins quickly.
Step 2. Fill the soaking tub
Choose the temperature that feels most comfortable. If you want to use bath salts to restore skin condition, set the water temperature so that it is not 2 degrees hotter than dawn. Thus, the body can absorb mineral salts more easily.
Step 3. Add the sea salt while the water is still running from the faucet
Salt dissolves better when placed under running water. If you use salt with perfume, you can smell the aroma. If the salt has a coloring agent, you can see a change in the color of the water.
- If you want a relaxing or pampering bath, you'll need about 2 handfuls or 70 grams of salt.
- If you are bathing to treat certain ailments (eg psoriasis), use a maximum of 840 grams of salt.
Step 4. Turn off the tap when the tub is filled with water as desired, and shake the water by hand
Some types of salt are more soluble than others. In general, the larger the grain size, the longer it will take for the salt to dissolve.
Don't worry if not all of the salt is dissolved. The remaining salt can remove dead skin cells
Step 5. Get into the soaking tub and soak for 10-20 minutes
Lean your head back and close your eyes. If you want, you can also play some relaxing music or light some candles. You can use soap or shower gel to cleanse your body, although sea salt itself is a powerful cleansing agent.
Step 6. Drain the tub when finished and rinse the body with fresh water
The easiest way to do this is to get in the shower and let the fresh water wash the salt off the skin.
Sea salt can leave residue on the tub walls. After exiting and before draining the tub, brush the walls of the soaking tub using a coarse sponge
Method 2 of 2: Looking for Other Benefits of Bath Salts While Bathing
Step 1. Mix bath sea salt with aromatherapy
Fill the soaking tub with warm water. Add 280 grams of sea salt and 10 drops of lavender essential oil. Shake the water by hand, then enter the tub. Rest in the tub for 20 minutes before coming out.
Step 2. Make a sea salt potpourri by adding dried flowers
Take a large bowl and mix 700 grams of sea salt with 1 teaspoon of soapy perfume oil (eg orange blossom or orange blossom oil) and teaspoon essential oil (eg lavender). Add 9 tablespoons of dried flowers, such as rose petals, lavender, or calendula. You can use one type of flower or a combination of several types. Mix all the ingredients until smooth, then store the salt in a glass jar.
Use this salt when bathing as usual. Salt is durable and can be used for multiple soaking sessions
Step 3. Make a salt scrub
Take a jar and mix together 280 grams of sea, 120 ml of almond or jojoba oil and 10 drops of essential oil. Close the jar tightly until the scrub is ready to use. The amount of scrub produced by this recipe is enough for 3 uses.
- To use the scrub: step into the soaking tub or shower first, then massage a handful of the scrub onto dampened skin. Rinse your skin when you're done.
- Salt scrub can remove dead skin cells. After that, the skin will feel softer and healthier.
- You can use any essential oil you like, but lavender, eucalyptus, or mint oils work better with salt.
Step 4. Use sea salt to soak the feet
Fill a small plastic bucket with warm water. Add a handful of sea salt and shake the water by hand. Sit in a comfortable place, then put both feet in the bucket. Soak the feet for a few minutes.
Try a foot massage to remove dead skin cells and relieve pain
Step 5. Make a sea salt facial scrub
Mix sea salt with olive oil in a 1:1 ratio. Wet your face with warm water, then massage the scrub on your skin. Avoid the area around the eyes. After a few minutes, rinse your face with warm water. Finally, splash cold water on your face. Cold water helps close and tighten pores.
Tips
- Although sea salt is not stale, its color or aroma may fade over time.
- Store salt in an airtight container, in a dry place away from direct sunlight.
- If you are bathing for medical purposes (eg psoriasis treatment), schedule a bath 3-4 times a week. You may need to do this treatment for 4 weeks before getting the desired results.
- Try a sea salt bath if you have a disease or condition such as rheumatoid arthritis, muscle cramps, psoriasis, and osteoarthritis.
- Soaking with sea salt is also suitable for keeping skin smooth and moist.
- Some people like to add sea salt to their conditioner to increase the volume of their hair.
Warning
- Always check with your doctor before you take a sea salt bath to treat health problems like psoriasis.
- If you are pregnant, talk to your doctor before taking a sea salt bath.
- Allergies to sea salt are rare. However, if you're feeling anxious, fill a small bowl with warm water and sea salt. Dip your fingers, toes, feet, or hands in the bowl. If you notice an allergic reaction, do not soak in sea salt.
