I was taking a bath … a long soak, a scrub, bath salts, rich oils and creams. You’ll be rub dub, just relaxing in the tub in no time!
Clere Gly-Co-Oil Enriched Body Lotion, R34.99 • Clere Tissue Oil with argan oil, sweet almond oil and Vitamin E, R25.89. Both available from Pick n Pay.
NUXE Reve de Miel Face and Body Ultra-Rich Cleansing Gel smells of delicate honey and will transform your shower into a cocooning moment. R565 from Woolies.
Nature’s very own exfoliating buff, grown on the Babylonstoren farm. This sustainable Loofah shower sponge is squishy, luxurious and great for stimulating skin cell renewal. R170 from shop.babylonstoren.com
EAD Brightening Face Cream helps with hydration for a luminous, healthy looking complexion. R61.99 from edgars.co.za
Soft bubbles and a fresh citrus fragrance. Earthsap Foam Bath with Orange & Mandarin is an all-natural care for your skin as you soak. R105 from faithful-to-nature.co.za
The Laser Beautique BeauBalance 2-in-1 gentle intimate wash and shaving foam. R129 from thelaserbeautique.co.za
Abundance Soy Lites Candle with its mix of vetiver, velvet rose, bergamot and oud, captures the essence of growth, renewal, and luxury. R 385 through soylites.co.za
Bioderma Atoderm shower oil is gentle, lightly fragranced, non-greasy oil for dry to very dry, irritated and sensitive skin. R395 from Clicks.
Pamper yourself from head to toe. Bodylab Science Vitamin C Complex Body Wash is a daily cleanser with grapefruit and neroli scents. R99.99. • Lock in moisture and support a more even skin tone with Bodylab Science Tissue Oil Complex Body Oil. R89.95. Both from Clicks.
Zero-twist stripe-textured bath sheet. R499 from Woolworths.
DIY bath salts
Make yourself some bath salts to keep on hand for relaxing long baths, foot soaks and self-care rituals.
You’ll need: A glass jar, 125ml Epsom salts, 4 tbsp baking soda, small handful of coarse salt, 10 drops essential oil of choice, 2 tbsp argan oil, add dried rose petals for a special touch.
To make: In a bowl, mix Epsom salts, baking soda, salt and some dried rose petals. Add in about 10 drops of essential oil and 2 tbsp argan oil.
Stir well so the mixture is like that of slightly damp sand.
Funnel into a glass jar of your choice.
Scoop out a few small handfuls of bath salts and enjoy a relaxing soak.
Tips on how to choose the right essential oils for your needs:
For relaxation, choose lavender.
Peppermint or eucalyptus are great for sore muscles. For uplifting your mood, choose sweet citrus blends. And tea tree offers natural cleansing, great for skin health.
