Creating your own essential oil bath salts is a fabulous way to bring a bit of luxury to your bath time routine. Customize these simple, inexpensive DIY bath salts for all sorts of ailments from cold and flu to achy, sore muscles, and everything in between. Use our relaxing bath salt recipe to get you started.
How To Make Bath Salts with Essential Oils
I often underestimate the power of a bath. Whenever I wasn't feeling well as a kid, the answer was always to have a warm bath. And I did, in fact, feel much better afterward.
Today, I tend to forget that feeling until I finally settle into the warm water, and the reassuring memories return. The term "aromatherapy bath salts" refers to the use of essential oils and natural ingredients to relax, soothe, and cleanse—and let me tell you, they work wonders.
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- How To Make Bath Salts with Essential Oils
- Ingredients
- Instructions
- Ways To Customize DIY Bath Salts
- 1. Change the Salt Base
- 2. Experiment with Essential Oils
- 3. Add Natural Additives
- 4. Include Skin-Nourishing Oils
- 5. Play with Colors
- 6. Incorporate Exfoliants
- 7. Enhance the Experience
- Bath Salt Benefits: 8 Essential Oil + Salt Blends
- Bath Salt Recipe Variations
- Tips for Storing Bath Salts
- Tips for Using Homemade Bath Salts
- FAQ
- References
Ingredients
This all-purpose bath salt is made with 2 parts Epsom salt, 2 parts kosher salt, and 1 part baking soda. The salts contain minerals that are absorbed through the skin to help ease muscle soreness and relieve tension, while the baking soda soothes the skin surface.
1. Kosher Salt
Kosher salt is my bath salt of choice because it contains a plethora of vitamins and minerals that are great for skin. Plus, it has a very fine grain, so it dissolves quickly under running water. But feel free to use any natural salt you like.
2. Epsom Salt
This not-really-a-salt salt is a great source of magnesium, a mineral that has many benefits. Magnesium helps your body produce energy, and when you're deficient, you might feel more anxious, experience more painful PMS symptoms, and have muscle aches [source].
An Epsom salt soak is a simple way to boost magnesium levels because it can be absorbed into the skin while you bathe. Just make sure you do not use magnesium internally because it can be toxic [source].
3. Baking soda
Baking soda helps prevent the bath from being too irritating to the skin. As soon as you add baking soda to water, you can feel the difference—the water feels a little silkier, without being outright slippery on your skin. Taking a baking soda bath can reduce skin irritation, scaly skin, and itching, too [source].
4. Essential oils
Ready to add essential oils to your bath? Infusing bath salts with essential oils adds aromatherapy benefits. And, depending on the blend you decide to use, they can help with relaxation [source], better sleep, clearing the mind, rejuvenation, and even relief for stuffy noses.
A general rule of thumb is to use about 5-10 drops of essential oil per tablespoon of carrier oil. This ensures the essential oils are properly diluted, making them safe for your skin and helping to distribute them evenly in the salts.
Instructions
Step 1: Mix salts
Combine salts and baking soda in a small bowl.
Step 2: Combine oils
Separately, combine the essential oils and carrier oil.
Step 3: Combine all ingredients
Add the oil mixture to the salts and stir until fully incorporated, breaking up any clumps.
Step 4: Store in a lidded container
Store in a lidded container in a cool, dark place. Use about ½ to 1 cup per bath.
Ways To Customize DIY Bath Salts
By customizing your bath salts, you not only create a product that's uniquely yours but also turn a simple bath into a luxurious spa-like experience.
1. Change the Salt Base
Instead of the usual Epsom and kosher salt mix, try using Himalayan pink salt for its rich mineral content, or Dead Sea salt, known for its therapeutic properties. Mix fine and coarse salts for a varied texture that looks appealing in a jar.
Sea Salt
Sea salt is a type of salt that is obtained by evaporating seawater. The mineral-rich salt contains a wide range of trace elements, and it softens skin, absorbs oil, and helps alkalize and cleanse the skin.
Any kind of sea salt will do, so go ahead and pick a fine-ground favorite or use whatever you have on hand.
Himalayan Pink Salt
This pretty pink salt is hand-mined from ancient sea salt deposits and is considered the purest form of natural salt. Himalayan salt contains 84 nourishing trace elements and minerals like calcium, iodine, iron, magnesium, potassium, sodium, and zinc.
A pink salt bath soak not only replenishes those minerals, it also eliminates toxins, balances the body’s pH, increases circulation, and brings relief to inflammation and irritations like eczema, psoriasis, or bug bites.
The salt pieces tend to be larger than with sea salt or kosher salt, and sitting on them can be a little uncomfortable in the bath. Pulse them a couple of times in the food processor or give them a few extra minutes to dissolve before getting into the tub. You can also choose an extra-fine grain Himalayan salt.
Dead Sea Salt
A soak with Dead Sea salt can help replenish 21 minerals, including magnesium, calcium, sulfur, bromide, iodine, sodium, zinc, and potassium. Those minerals help relax the body and muscles and cleanse and soften the skin.
The sulfur in Dead Sea salt is a natural disinfectant that can treat skin conditions like acne and eczema. Both sulfur and sodium are detoxifying agents that help the liver and cells get rid of waste.
2. Experiment with Essential Oils
Purpose-Driven Blends: Use tea tree and lavender for a skin-soothing mix, or cedarwood and sandalwood for a grounding, earthy vibe. A few of my favorite blends:
- Clear breathing: Combine eucalyptus and peppermint
- Romantic: Use a blend of rose absolute, cardamom, and vanilla
- Relax: Mix up clary sage, bergamot, lavender, and Roman chamomile
- Clear your mind: Nix anxious thoughts with lemon and rosemary
- Balancing: Invite calm with sage, mint, and tea tree
- Calming: Make a peaceful blend with Egyptian geranium, lavender, and rose absolute
- Sore muscles: Combine juniper berry, lavender, and ylang ylang
- Energizing: Try lemon, sweet orange, and rosemary
- Stress relief: Blend lemon, clove bud, cedarwood, and orange essence
3. Add Natural Additives
- Dried Flowers and Herbs: Incorporate dried rose petals, lavender buds, or eucalyptus leaves. Fresh herbs and flowers can be used but may not have as long of a shelf life and can mold or decay if not properly dried first. It’s usually better to use dried botanicals to extend the shelf life of your bath salts.
- Citrus Zest: Add grated lemon, lime, or orange zest for a fresh and invigorating scent.
4. Include Skin-Nourishing Oils
- Variety of Carrier Oils: Swap jojoba oil with argan oil for enhanced skin benefits, or try fractionated coconut oil for a lighter feel. These moisturizing bath salts use cocoa butter to add hydration.
- Infused Oils: Use carrier oils infused with herbs like calendula or rosehip for added skin-soothing properties.
5. Play with Colors
- Natural Colorants: Use beetroot powder for a pink hue, turmeric for yellow, or spirulina for green. Be cautious with the amount used to avoid staining the tub or your skin.
- Layers and Patterns: Create visually striking patterns by layering different colored salts in a clear jar.
6. Incorporate Exfoliants
- Fine Grains: Add finely ground oatmeal or almond meal for a gentle exfoliating property.
- Clay: Mix in a small amount of kaolin or bentonite clay for detoxifying properties and a creamy texture in the bath.
7. Enhance the Experience
- Muscle Soothing: Add a handful of powdered ginger or mustard to the salts to help soothe sore muscles.
- Aromatherapy Boosters: Include a few drops of vanilla extract or rosewater for additional aromatherapy benefits.
Bath Salt Benefits: 8 Essential Oil + Salt Blends
Aromatherapy bath salts can provide a variety of benefits, depending on the specific ingredients used. Here's a guide to picking the right salts and essential oils to promote relaxation, reduce stress and anxiety, soothe sore muscles, improve circulation, or nourish the skin.
1. Relaxation and Stress Relief
- Essential Oils: Lavender, chamomile, and bergamot are renowned for their calming and soothing properties. When inhaled during a warm bath, these scents can help reduce stress and promote a sense of peace.
- Bath Salts: The magnesium in Epsom salts can help relax muscles and relieve tension.
2. Improved Sleep
- Essential Oils: Lavender, vetiver, and sandalwood are often used to improve the quality of sleep. These oils help calm the mind and prepare the body for rest.
- Bath Salts: A warm bath with magnesium-rich salts like Epsom can help the body wind down and signal that it’s time to sleep.
3. Detoxification
- Essential Oils: Lemon, ginger, and rosemary have properties that support detoxification by promoting circulation and supporting the lymphatic system.
- Bath Salts: Sea salts and Himalayan pink salts are believed to draw out toxins and can help cleanse the skin’s pores.
4. Skin Health
- Essential Oils: Tea tree oil is antibacterial and antifungal, which makes it good for acne-prone skin. Geranium and frankincense can help tone and rejuvenate the skin.
- Bath Salts: Salt has exfoliating properties that can help to remove dead skin cells, improving skin texture and clarity.
5. Pain Relief
- Essential Oils: Eucalyptus and peppermint oils are effective for reducing pain, including headaches and muscle aches, due to their cooling effects and anti-inflammatory properties.
- Bath Salts: Epsom salts are particularly effective for easing muscle soreness and reducing inflammation, which is beneficial after exercise or for chronic pain conditions.
6. Enhanced Circulation
- Essential Oils: Oils like rosemary and ginger heat up the body and promote blood circulation, which can help reduce pain and inflammation.
- Bath Salts: The warm water of the bath itself helps to improve circulation, and adding salts can enhance this effect.
7. Mood Enhancement
- Essential Oils: Citrus oils like orange and lemon are uplifting and can help improve mood and provide a boost of energy.
- Bath Salts: The act of taking a warm, aromatic bath can itself be a mood lifter and provides a soothing experience.
8. Respiratory Support
- Essential Oils: Eucalyptus and peppermint oils are known for their ability to help clear the respiratory tract, which can be beneficial for those suffering from colds or respiratory ailments.
- Bath Salts: Breathing in steam infused with these essential oils can help open nasal passages and lungs.
Bath Salt Recipe Variations
1. Minty Mojito Homemade Bath Salts
An easy mint mojito homemade bath salt recipe—the cooling, refreshing scents of mint and lime are perfect for summer soaking! Sometimes I use fresh mint leaves instead of mint essential oil, but the results are always the same—calming, uplifting, purifying.
- 2 cups Epsom salt sea salt or kosher salt
- Fresh mint finely diced
- Juice and zest of one lime
- 3-5 drops peppermint essential oil
Follow the same instructions as above.
2. Invigorating Morning Bath Salt Recipe
While it’s often easier to sneak away for a relaxing soak in the late evening after the kids are in bed, the morning shouldn’t be forgotten for its prime soaking opportunities. An invigorating morning bath will perk you up for the day ahead.
- 2 cups sea salt
- 2 tablespoons carrier oil, like grapeseed
- 10 drops orange essential oil
- 5 drops rosemary essential oil
Follow the same instructions as above.
3. Afternoon Pick-Me-Up Bath Salt Recipe
A post-lunch bath is perfect for healing and detoxification. Wait at least 2 hours after your last meal before settling in for a relaxing soak to help your body get rid of toxins and ease an over-burdened system.
- 1 cup Pink Himalayan salt
- 1 cup Epsom salt
- 2 tablespoons carrier oil, like grapeseed
- 15 drops grapefruit essential oil
Follow the same instructions as above.
4. Relaxing Evening Bath Salt Recipe
An evening bath will help you relax after a long day and get ready for a restful night’s sleep. Use Epsom salt to relax tense muscles and essential oils like lavender, chamomile or sandalwood to encourage sleep.
- 2 cups Epsom salt
- 2 tablespoons carrier oil, like grapeseed
- 10 drops lavender essential oil
- 10 drops chamomile essential oil
Follow the same instructions as above.
5. Big Batch Sea Salt Bath Salts with Jasmine + Orange
Make a jar of these big batch sea salt bath salts and have them on hand whenever you need a long soak. The orange-jasmine scent is amazing!
- 8 cups Dead Sea Salt
- 2 cups baking soda
- 60 drops orange essential oil
- ½ cup dried jasmine blossoms
Follow the same instructions as above.
Tips for Storing Bath Salts
Big Batches: I'm a fan of making a big bath of bath salts at once so I can take multiple baths before having to make a new batch. Store your bath salts in a reusable jar and keep topping up your favorite mix.
Expiration: Properly stored in an airtight container and kept in a cool, dry place, homemade bath salts can last up to six months. However, I recommend using your salts within 1–2 months simply because they'll start to clump if left sitting for too long.
Clumping: It's the moisture in your bath salts that eventually makes them clumpy and unusable. To fix that, combine all the ingredients in a bowl, then spread evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Pop them in a 200°F oven, and bake for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally throughout. Let cool completely before transferring to a storage container.
Pressure Buildup: A few readers have mentioned that their bath salt jars exploded. What?!?
I've never had this happen, but my best guess is that something in the bath salts, whether it be the essential oils or mixing baking soda with the salt, can cause pressure to build inside airtight glass containers.
I use this jar to store my own DIY bath salts and have never noticed a build-up of pressure, probably because it doesn't create an airtight seal. You can also use Weck jars without the rubber gasket or a plastic Tupperware and you shouldn't run into any issues.
To be safe, pop the lid on your container every couple of days to release any pressure that may have built up.
Tips for Using Homemade Bath Salts
- Amount: Generally, you can use about ½ to 1 cup of bath salts for a standard-sized bathtub.
- Temperature: Warm, but not too hot, water is ideal for dissolving the salts and releasing the fragrant oils.
- When to Add: The time to add your bath salts is after the bath is full, and you're in it. If you add them while the water is running, then the aromatherapy scents will evaporate before you get into the tub.
- Duration: Soak for at least 20 minutes but not more than an hour to gain the full benefits of the essential oils and salts.
- Frequency: You can use wellness aromatherapy bath salts as often as you like, depending on your individual needs and preferences. Some people prefer to use them once a week, while others use them more frequently.
Which blend would you add to your next bath?
FAQ
While some brands of wellness aromatherapy bath salts may be safe for use in a Jacuzzi or hot tub, it is important to check with the manufacturer before using them. Some ingredients may be harmful to the equipment or to other bathers.
Some wellness aromatherapy bath salts may contain ingredients that can help to promote relaxation and improve sleep, such as lavender oil. However, it is important to talk to a healthcare provider if you are experiencing chronic insomnia or other sleep issues.
If you plan to use your bath salts right away (say, within the next couple of days), then go for it. Otherwise, you run the risk of the herbs going bad and ruining your bath salts before you have a chance to use them.
When you have them cut and ready for the bath, put them in a small mesh or net bag to keep them in place while they diffuse into the water, so they won’t scatter while you bathe.
Clumping often occurs due to moisture from the air or essential oils. To prevent clumping, ensure your bath salts are stored in an airtight container. You can also add a small amount of rice or a few silica gel packets to absorb any excess moisture.
To increase the moisturizing properties, you can add more carrier oil or include ingredients like powdered milk or honey powder, which can help soften and hydrate the skin.
Scented Wellness Bath Salts
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Jar with lid
Materials
- 1 cup Epsom salt
- 1 cup kosher salt
- ½ cup baking soda
- 2 tablespoon carrier oil, like grapeseed
- 20 drops essential oil (see Notes for detailed blends)
Instructions
- Combine salts and baking soda in a small bowl.
- Separately, combine the essential oils and carrier oil.
- Add oil mixture to the salts and stir until fully incorporated, breaking up any clumps.
- Store in a lidded container in a cool, dark place. Use about ½–1 cup per bath.
Notes
- Clear Sinuses: 10 drops eucalyptus + 10 drops peppermint
- Relaxation: 10 drops lavender + 10 drops bergamot
- Clear your mind: 10 drops lemon + 10 drops rosemary
- Balancing: 10 drops sage + 5 drops mint + 5 drops tea tree
- Calming: 5 drops geranium + 10 drops lavender + 5 drops rose
- Uplifting: 5 drops orange + 5 drops clove + 5 drops cedarwood + 5 drops lemon
References
References
1. Gröber U, et al. Magnesium in prevention and therapy. Nutrients. 2015.
2. Philips CA, et al. Severe liver injury due to Epsom salt naturopathy. BMJ case Rep. 2017.
3. Milstone LM. Scaly skin and bath pH: rediscovering baking soda. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2010.
4. Hongratanaworakit T. Aroma-therapeutic effects of massage blended essential oils on humans. Nat Prod Commun. 2011.
This post was medically reviewed by Dr. Holly Smith, a board-certified physician in nephrology and internal medicine with a background in nutrition. Learn more about Hello Glow's medical reviewers here. As always, this is not personal medical advice, and we recommend that you talk with your doctor.
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Sara Robinson says
Hi I have found your site really helpful but alittle confusing , one of your posts states oils not to use in the bath and peppermint is one of the oils it’s says not to use but then you have a recipe for bath salts using peppermint oil.
Emma @ Ava's Garden says
What a wonderful blog!
We absolutely love the list you have with each target and what essential oils to use. We have a couple of dried orange slice bath salt blends but we are inspired to try the lemon too after reading this.
Thank you for the beautiful blog
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John Stephen says
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Kristen Groom says
Hi, just want to share a cautionary tale. I made these with 10 drops bergamot and 10 drops lavender. I then filled up a bunch of cute glass bottles with those wire Mason jar style stoppers. WOW! BIG MISTAKE! Apparently the acid in the bergamot reacted with the base in the baking soda and created little bombs. On of the jars spontaneously exploded and sprayed glass shards and bath salts EVERYWHERE. Like out of the bathroom into the dog crate, everywhere. So, lesson learned. I defused the rest of the bottles under water covered in a towel and they still exploded, but there was no collateral damage this time. Anyway, the salts feel great, just don't store them under pressure. ?
Stephanie Gerber says
oh my goodness, I have never heard of that happening, I'm so glad you weren't hurt! Thanks so much for that heads up!
Melinda says
Yes, same thing almost happened to me! I made 4 different salt and oil combos in baby food jars yesterday, sealed them, and went to smell them 30 minutes later out of curiosity. The first jar with lavender went POP, releasing pressure. I immediately opened the other 3, but no POP for whatever scientific reason... they're still sitting open, but I'll try sealing them again and see how that goes.
Crossan says
Stephanie, I like this DIY bath salts idea. I make it last week and bath with that salt yesterday. I felt refresh, stress-free after my shower.
Towanda says
Great idea about the empty bottles and salts! Will save my fingernails trying to pry up the stopper! I like to save empty bottles to use for storing blends. Works nice.
Are you aware that there is no such thing as "Therapeutic" grade oils? And there is no such thing as grading oils. You pay a lot more to a company the claims this because those are trademarks. The say they are the only company that can claim ctheraputic or grade A oils because they have a trademark on that wording. The cost of trademarking goes back into the oils and that is why they are more expensive. Check with an aroma therapist or research it. Kind of shocking when you do.
Aleks says
Trademarking is not what contributes to the cost of these therapeutic grade oils. You are correct there is no such thing legally as therapeutic grade oils because they are not governed properly. The difference in price you see with some oils comes down to how the are harvested and distilled. Every company claims to have therapeutic grade oils but only few actually practise the methods to create oils that are in fact therapeutic.
Teresa says
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akash sagar says
Loved the unique idea about this. This recipe looks really interesting and soothing.
Will try it today with family. Let's see how it goes :)
Looking forward to more recipes like this.
joe carrow says
Great post..! here are some great tips for bathroom solution. people should follow this amazing tips and plan about aromatherapy blends for diy bath salts.
Shwan says
A couple of months after the birth of my first little girl one of my friend, likewise with a newborn child, revealed to me how epsom salt bath on a daily basis was the main way she could traverse her entire days of mothering. It's really great!!
Andrea Dickey says
instead of EO, could i use fresh rosemary leaves? Or other ingredients like full cloves? Or do they rot?
Mary Ann says
Can sea salt be substituted? Any health benefits with kosher versus seal salt? Thank you.
Vonnie says
We hosted a workshop on DIY Stress Busters and used your recipes to make the rosemary and lavender salts for the participants. The ladies loved it!!! Thank you.
Rachell Montgomery says
trying to determine how far in advance you can make this to give as Christmas gifts.... how long will they store/last. If i started now would they still be good to give in December.
thanks for any advice you can give.
Pam says
I'm hoping someone will respond... I just entered the world of EOs and am loving them!I've been making natural body and cleaning products. My projects this weekend are making soap, bath salts and body butters for the first time!
I'd love to give them away for Christmas as well!
Atap says
If you are using essentioal oils they may harden after a couple of weeks.
Teresa Therrien says
Hi there, I followed the recipe and it exploded a glass jar! I just wanted to suggest that you put a warning up when using citrus oils because someone could get really hurt.
Wanda says
I've had jars explode. It is the baking soda plus moisture. :(
Michael Watkins says
I'm quit sure that the numbers listed for the individual items represent the number of drops of essential oils-which I do not have. But to clear my mind tonight, I'm about to use what is on hand and marinate in a bath of saltwater, nearly a dozen bobbing lemons and about 10 feet worth of rosemary branches. Ether i'll have a clear mind or be the soup course on a Hannibal Lecture menu.
Jessica says
Yes the numbers listed are surely the number of drops! I can't imagine the recipe exploding in the comment above, thats insane. I personally used the "clear your mind blend" and it worked very well for me. Good luck everyone.
Melissa says
So do you add food coloring to the salt to add color?
JlB says
Yes, citrus oils-baking soda and Epsom salt can cause air right glass containers to explode-it's a chemical reaction and one I recently discovered! I'd hold off adding the citrus oils until I'm in the bath!
Tutu D Mahoney says
Hysterical! As I soak in store bought I am sad I did not try your suggestion. Ya know? Why not? I will try tomorrow & let ya know. I will run my cheap Epsom salt bath, cut about 6-8 lemons in half (squeeze them), add juice sans seeds & why not a rind or 4, cut some Rosemary up & put it into a cheesy cloth thing (any cotton fabric) & soak. Why not. Back tomorrow.
beth says
Hi,
I have been blending my own bath salts for years. I have a huge bag each of epsom salts and dead sea salts. Have you ever had your blended salts or main bag of salts become moist? After blending with the essential oils and sitting in glass jars for awhile, they have become very moist and clump up in the jar and almost dough like. Any suggestions for preventing this from happening?
Thanks,
Beth
Donna says
Try moisture absorbing crystals. You can get them real cheap on eBay
Rae says
Beth,
I have this happen! I just use my hands to break the clumps up. I would suggest keeping it somewhere cool and away from water. Also, you might want to try and airtight container and or jar.
Jane says
Only scent a few handfuls and then spread out on a cookie sheet or pan for a few hours or so to dry out.
Pam says
Great idea!!
Laura says
I've read that if you add dendritic salt to your sea salt formulations, it will keep them from clumping. 1 part dendritic to 10 parts sea salt. It will also help to retain the fragrance.
Dawn says
Add a small bag if rice to your bath salt jar. I use a thin material, like a lace (something breathable) and the rice absorbs the humidity which keeps your salts from clumping or hardening. Simply put a tablespoon of rice in the material and secure it thread or a twist tie.
Pam says
Thanks for the tip!
Noelle says
Great suggestion! I will use your idea!
Ariel says
The oil amounts your list (10 eucalyptus and 10 peppermint for example), are those meant for the larger bath salt recipe? or is that amount intended for an individual bath, using only a 1/4-1/2 cup scoop? Thanks!
Phyllis says
thats for the full recipe
Daniel@Mineralbathsalts says
What a fantastic idea! These are all gorgeous! I will be sure to try some. I have also been suffering from crippling anxiety, fatigue, and insomnia for about a year. Now, I’m going to run out and get some Epsom Salts for a bath later tonight. It sound amazing. Thank you for sharing this.
Debora Cadene says
Thank you for the recipies. I was wondering what the benefits of baking soda and the kosher salt have with the Epsom salts?
Lindsey Johnson says
Hi Debora, great question! As I understand it, the baking soda helps soothe skin, particularly if you have any skin irritation. You can certainly leave it out if you want to. The kosher salt adds more minerals to the bath. Hope that helps!
Greeta Ahart says
These are great recipes! From personal experience, the mixed salts/baking soda leaves my skin very soft & silky whereas when I just do plain Epsom, I feel a bit dry. I will be trying these very soon! Cheers :)
Anel says
Ooooh, la la. These look absoolutely divine! I've heard that baking soda + salts = explosion of glass. Are you aware of this? Is it true?
Lindsey Johnson says
Hi Anel, I've never heard of that happening. I have had mine in closed jars for months and no explosions. I'll have to do some looking around about that. :)
Donna says
Can you email me your recipe for the bath salts with eucalyptus & peppermint with the Epson salt of sea salt I want to make it but afraid after all I've heard it might explode.
Laurie says
I use bath salts regularly. Thank you for sharing your recipe and scents.