One of the best ways to treat ourselves is with a beautiful bath tea. You can create this for yourself, for a guest bathroom or as a gift for another wonderful woman in your life, who needs to know they are loved and appreciated.
Bath teas are a delightful way to incorporate the soothing properties of herbs, flowers, and other natural ingredients into your bath. Here’s a simple bath tea recipe featuring rose water:
Rose Water and Lavender Bath Tea
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup dried rose petals
- 1/4 cup dried lavender buds
- 1/4 cup epsom salt
- 2 tablespoons dried chamomile flowers
- 2 tablespoons oatmeal
- 2 tablespoons dried calendula petals (optional)
- 2 tablespoons rosewater
- Muslin bag or cheesecloth
Instructions:
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the dried rose petals, lavender buds, epsom salt, chamomile flowers, oatmeal, and calendula petals (if using).
- Add Rose Water:
- Drizzle the rosewater over the dry mixture. Stir well to ensure an even distribution of rosewater.
- Fill Muslin Bag:
- I split this mixture into four equal parts and spoon the mixture into a muslin bag or cheesecloth. If you don’t have a muslin bag, you can make little bags from scrap material from old lace tablecloths, or hankie.
- Secure and Seal:
- Tie the muslin bag securely with ribbon, ensuring none of the ingredients can escape during the bath.
- Steep in Bath:
- Hang the bag under the running tap as you fill your bath. This allows the warm water to flow through the herbs, releasing their beneficial properties.
- Soak and Enjoy:
- Once the bath is filled, let the bag steep in the warm water as you soak. Gently squeeze the bag from time to time to release more of the herbal essence.
- Optional: Petal Infusion:
- If you prefer, you can also sprinkle some of the loose petals directly into the bath for an extra visual and aromatic touch.
- Relax and Unwind:
- Soak in the bath for at least 15-20 minutes, allowing the herbal blend and rose water to soothe your skin and relax your senses.
This bath tea combines the calming properties of lavender and chamomile with the luxurious essence of rose water, creating a relaxing and aromatic bath experience. Adjust the quantities to your preference, and feel free to experiment with other dried herbs or flowers that you find appealing.
