Body Baths

In many cultures throughout history, the bath has been important ritual for purification of body and mind. Body baths to be a vital part of daily life. Of course, the pace of modern life leaves most people with barely enough time to take a quick shower once a day. Nevertheless, taking half an hour to yourself. Once a week for a cleansing and nourishing body bath is really the least you can do for your health and peace of mind. Adding herbs, oils, or other enhancers turns bathing into a blissful interlude whether the purpose is to unwind tense nerves, relieve sore muscles, soften and smooth rough or irritated skin, or simply refresh and invigorate.

Step1: Make a body mask using a thin paste of ground of almonds, wheat flour and water. Rub this paste all over body and let dry. Then brush off with dry towel to exfoliate.

Step 2: Massage body with sesame oil and 1 pinch of turmeric powder to stimulate circulation, and reduce skin problems.

Step 3: Take a warm bath for 15-20 minutes, adding to the bath water: For dry skin : 1 tsp honey + 7-8 drops rose essential oil. For sensitive skin : 1 handful dry milk powder. For oily skin : 5-6 drops lavender, rosemary, or lemon oil.

Step 4: After bath, pat dry and use body oil to nourish and moisturize skin.