Lavender and Epsom salts make a soothing combination for the body and mind. Lavender bath salts are an easy, natural way to relax after a busy day.
A warm bath with lavender-scented salts is a simple ritual that helps you unwind, calm your thoughts, and prepare for a restful night.
Whether you soak regularly or only occasionally, these small jars of homemade bath salts are lovely to keep on hand or to give as thoughtful, handmade gifts.
Lately I’ve been moving toward more natural, simple personal-care options. Making bath salts at home is one of the easiest projects and lets you control every ingredient. It’s a small change that feels good—both for the body and for peace of mind.
This DIY lavender bath salt recipe uses just three basic ingredients and takes only a few minutes to prepare. It’s flexible, so you can adapt the scent and proportions to suit your preferences.
DIY Lavender Bath Salt Supplies
- 1 cup Epsom salts
- 1 tablespoon baking soda
- 10 drops lavender essential oil (use a high-quality oil)
Combine the Epsom salts and baking soda in a mixing bowl, then add the lavender essential oil and stir well. Transfer the mixture into a clean, airtight glass container for storage. Small glass jars work nicely for gifting and long-term storage.
To use, pour about 1/4 cup of the bath salts under warm, running bathwater. For larger garden tubs, increase to about 1/2 cup. Soak for at least 15–20 minutes to enjoy the full relaxing effect.
I’ve used this blend many times since I first made it, and it has become a regular part of my evening routine. My young daughter also enjoys a lavender bath and usually sleeps more soundly afterward. It’s a gentle, fragrant way to create a calming bedtime ritual for the whole family.
Variation Ideas: Other Essential Oils to Add
This basic recipe is very adaptable. Swap or combine lavender with other essential oils to create personalized blends that suit different needs—energizing, cooling, or grounding. When someone in the family feels under the weather, I sometimes mix a custom blend tailored to how they’re feeling.
- Myrtle
- Eucalyptus
- Peppermint
- Frankincense
- Sandalwood
- Geranium
- Patchouli
- Orange (use caution: citrus oils can make skin more sensitive to sunlight; avoid sun exposure for about 12 hours after bathing)
If you enjoy making spa products at home, try pairing this bath-salt recipe with other DIY items such as homemade lip balms or body butter. Creating your own personal-care products allows you to choose ingredients you trust and to customize scents and textures for your preferences.
Lavender Bath Salts — Simple Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup Epsom salts
- 1 tablespoon baking soda
- 10 drops lavender essential oil (high-quality oil recommended)
Instructions
- Mix the Epsom salts and baking soda in a bowl.
- Add the lavender essential oil and stir until evenly distributed.
- Store the mixture in a clean, airtight glass jar.
- To use: pour 1/4 cup under warm, running bathwater (use 1/2 cup for larger tubs), soak, and relax.
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- 14 Amazing Uses for Lavender Essential Oil
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- Essential Oils Every Home Needs: Stress-Relief Options