I’ve talked a lot about how to use essential oils to make effective body lotions and face moisturizers at home. So I thought, what’s the best way to use these oils up? If you like making these, you know how easy it is to have extra. In my opinion, it would be to use essential oils in my diy bath oil recipes.
They’re such an easy to make luxury that you just have to try. Also, they make great gifts! But they’re not just a simple way to make bath time feel like a spa. They will also keep your skin moist and healthy, and they can help with mild illnesses you may be having.
Bath oils are a wonderful way to relax, rejuvenate and nourish your skin. Adding essential oils to bath water not only makes your bath smell amazing but can also provide various benefits depending on the oils used. Making your own bath oils at home is quite simple and allows you to customize them according to your needs and preferences.
Why Make Your Own Bath Oils?
Here are some key reasons to make your own bath oils rather than buying readymade ones:
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Customization You can pick your favorite essential oils and carrier oils to create bath oils that smell divine and suit your individual needs
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Use quality ingredients: By making them at home, you can ensure only using high quality carrier and essential oils.
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Cost savings Making your own works out much cheaper than buying readymade bath oils
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Creative and fun: It’s an enjoyable, creative process picking your oil combinations. Great activity for a self-care day.
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Make great gifts: Your homemade bath oils also make lovely gifts for family and friends.
Method to Make Homemade Bath Oils
Follow these simple steps to make soothing bath oils for yourself or to give as gifts:
Supplies Needed
- Carrier oil – sweet almond, jojoba, grapeseed, coconut, olive etc.
- Essential oils
- Small glass bottle with lid
- Funnel (optional)
Step-by-Step Method
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Choose your carrier oil and add it to the glass bottle, leaving a little room at the top. For a 2 oz bottle, add around 1/4 cup carrier oil.
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Next, select your essential oils. Good options include lavender, eucalyptus, bergamot, chamomile, rosemary. Use around 24 drops total in a 2 oz bath oil.
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Add the essential oils to the carrier oil bottle. Use a funnel if you have one.
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Put the lid on the bottle and shake vigorously for a minute to fully blend the oils.
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Label bottle with oil blend and date made. Store in a cool, dark place until ready to use.
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To use, add 1-2 tbsp of the bath oil into warm running bath water and enjoy!
Tips
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Use lighter carrier oils like grapeseed, sweet almond or coconut for easy dispersion in bath water.
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Start with lower amounts of essential oils, especially stronger ones like eucalyptus. You can always add more next time if you want a stronger aroma.
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Shake well before each use to remix any separated oils.
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Add bath oils once tub is finished filling for best aroma experience.
Recipes for Relaxing and Soothing Bath Oils
Here are some simple recipes to make delightful bath oils at home:
1. Sleepy Time Bath Oil
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup sweet almond oil
- 8 drops lavender essential oil
- 8 drops chamomile essential oil
This relaxing blend of lavender and chamomile essential oils in sweet almond carrier oil makes the perfect bath oil for unwinding and drifting off to sleep. The sweet, floral aroma fills your bathroom creating a calming bedtime ritual.
2. Muscle Soothing Bath Oil
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup grapeseed oil
- 10 drops eucalyptus essential oil
- 6 drops peppermint essential oil
- 4 drops rosemary essential oil
Sore, achy muscles are soothed away with this refreshing bath oil. Eucalyptus, peppermint and rosemary oils provide relief while you soak. The invigorating minty aroma also energizes your senses.
3. Stress Relief Bath Oil
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup jojoba oil
- 12 drops bergamot essential oil
- 8 drops frankincense essential oil
- 4 drops patchouli essential oil
Frankincense, bergamot and patchouli oils are combined to create a grounding, stress-busting bath oil. Jojoba oil leaves skin nourished. Perfect for unwinding and reducing anxiety after a long, stressful day.
4. Refreshing Morning Bath Oil
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 10 drops grapefruit essential oil
- 8 drops lemon essential oil
- 6 drops rosemary essential oil
Wake up your senses with these energizing citrus oils! The bright, uplifting aroma gets you ready to take on the day. Use this morning bath oil to start your day feeling revived and refreshed.
Storing Your Homemade Bath Oils
To maximize freshness and shelf life of your bath oils:
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Store in small, air-tight glass bottles in a cool, dark place. Colored bottles help preserve the oils.
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Most homemade bath oils stay fresh for 6-12 months if stored properly.
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Label bottles with blend and date made so you know when to toss it.
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Monitor oil blends for any changes in aroma, texture or appearance. If so, discard.
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Shake bottle before each use to remix any separated oil layers.
By following some simple steps, you can create indulgent, therapeutic bath oils using your favorite essential oils easily at home. Making your own allows you to control the ingredients and customize the scents to your liking. Gift your homemade bath oils or use them yourself for a relaxing spa-like soak!
Stress Relief Bath Oil
Try lighting a couple of candles or drinking a cup of herbal tea with this one!
A blend of uplifting ylang ylang and zesty fresh lemon, a great way to start the day.
A Romantic Night In
Three great smelling oils are chosen for their scent and aphrodisiac qualities. I’ve gone all out and used 10 drops of Jasmine in this blend. I have tried using other flowers instead of jasmine, but none of them have come close to making such a lovely scent. So I’m going to keep this one as a total guilty pleasure.
How to Make Natural Bath Oil
FAQ
What is bath oil made of?
What is the best oil to use for bath oil?
What oil do you use for an oil bath?
How do you make a DIY bath oil?
Add aloe vera or bath salts (to the bathtub, not the bath oil bottle!). They break up the oils into smaller particles, coating your skin in that silky salve. And since this layered DIY bath oil recipe has distilled water, you need a preservative like Plantaserve P. Click for More Details 5. DIY After-Shower Bath Oil
Can I make Clove oil at home?
Clove oil can be made at home using fresh whole cloves, an edible oil, and a few kitchen tools. Clove oil has a number of uses but it is most well known for helping with toothaches. It is also used in personal care products like toothpastes and deodorants because of its antibacterial properties. Homemade clove oil is rarely as potent as a purchased oil. If it is being used medicinally, it is best to work with an herbalist or herbal medicine dispensary to obtain a safe and effective clove oil product. If it is being used for cooking, homemade clove oil would be appropriate. Be sure to keep the oil in a dark glass bottle and store it in a cool, dark place.
Do you need DIY bath oil?
If you want to give yourself a heavenly bath with relaxing music and magical water that will make you emerge like the goddess you are, then you need to give DIY bath oil a try! And you don’t even have to go out and buy an outrageously-priced essential oil to get the same effect.
Can you make DIY bath oils with booze?
As we mentioned, booze can make a handy emulsifier and preservative for DIY bath oils. This one uses sake or vodka, though they’re optional. Then there’s a host of oils – glycerine, Vitamin E, and a carrier (olive and sweet almond work great). The recipe also has water (hence the need for emulsifiers) and essential oils.
What is the best homemade bath oil?
If you’re able, I would go with high-quality oils like jojoba oil or sweet almond oil. I think either one of these is the most ideal option for homemade bath oil. I like jojoba oil because it mimics your skin’s natural oils very closely. This is great for anyone who has dry skin, or severely irritated skin.
How do you use scented oil in a bath?
Simply add 1 tablespoon of scented oil in your bath and swish around to disburse. Once in the bath use a sponge to massage the oil into the skin. Although I’ve provided lots of lovely recipes below, feel free to get creative and experiment with different essential oil blends and carrier oils.