Splendor Bath Blend - Bath Blend of the Month

March is a time to rejuvinate.  Spring is coming. Daylight savings time is around the corner. And we emerge from the coccoon of a northern hemisphere winter. This year more than ever I am all about emerging, changing, growing, and being aecited about change.  So this is a perfect time to boost the body, cleanse the skin and help the rest of me get ready for change.

Splendor Bath Blend 

• 1/2 cup thyme
• 1/2 cup sage
• 1/2 cup lavender
• 1/2 cup mint
• 1/2 cup bay leaves
• 1/2 cup rosemary
• 1 1/2 cup powdered milk
• 1/2 cup Epsom salt
• 1/8 cup baking soda
• 2 Tbls cornstarch

Basic Instructions:

Make drawstring pouches out of cheesecloth, organza or muslin, enough to hold anywhere from 1/4 cup to 1/2 cup of the herbal. Tie them tightly shut so the loose ingredients won’t float out. After use the contents can be emptied, the pouches rinsed out then washed to be refilled and reused.  Or use a large drip coffee filter or bandana and tie with ribbon.

Preparation:

Two ways these can be enjoyed, either hang them on the tap while the hot water is running, making sure the water is running through them. Once the tub is filled, let them float around.

Infusion Method: Boil a quart of water, turn off heat, add pouch, cover, then steep (for at least 20 minutes for best results). Add the piping hot infusion (and the bag) to a full tub, being careful while pouring to avoid burning yourself.