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7. Essential Oil Detox
Turn your detox bath into a delightful sensory delight simply by adding some of your favorite essential oils to it. One of the great things about using essential oils is that you can change the oils to suit your current problem or desire. For example, if you feel completely drained at the end of the day, you should choose peppermint. If you have a cold, you might want to choose wintergreen or eucalyptus. For a splitting headache, lavender. See how this works? It is generally safe to add about 20 drops of essential oil to your bath water and soak for 20 minutes.
8. Baking Soda
Plain old sodium bicarbonate, known to most of us as baking soda, has anti-fungal compounds and super cleansing abilities. This will soothe and ease irritated skin. You will not believe how super soft your skin is after your bath! Dissolve ½ a cup of baking soda in your bath water and soak for 20 minutes.
9. Sea Salt Soak
With tons of trace minerals and calcium, sea salt is a terrific option for detoxifying. The calcium in sea salt is known for its ability to deep clean the pores and draw out toxins. Sea salt also contains bromide, a mineral that soothes irritated skin. Sea salt has iodine, which is vital for regulating the metabolic processes in the body. Add ½ a cup of sea salt to your bath water and stir until it is well dissolved. Soak for 20 to 30 minutes and you will feel amazing the next morning.
10. Himalayan Salt Detox Recipe
For a super detox soak, mix the following ingredients:
- ½ cup of Himalayan salt
- ¼ cup of baking soda
- 1/3 cup of apple cider vinegar
- 10 drops of your favorite essential oil
Dissolve the salt and baking soda in one quart of boiling water. Fill the tub, and then add the apple cider vinegar and essential oils. Now add the salt and soda. Soak for 30 to 40 minutes. Be careful when you get out of the bath, as you might feel lightheaded.
Note: As with any detox program, you might feel dizzy or lightheaded. Be very careful getting out of the bath and lie down or relax afterwards.
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Extra Tips:
- Allow enough time for your body to detox and absorb minerals in the water, usually at least 20 minutes
- Since your skin’s pores are wide open after a bath, avoid toxic compounds afterwards, such as creams and lotions that contain chemicals.
- Detoxifying takes time; don’t try to detox in one bath or even in one week.
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