Detox baths (Home Spa)– My healing secrets revealed! – PART 12

HIMALAYAN ROCK SALT BATH- Rejuvenating, detoxifying, moisturizing

Price : 500gm – $2 (lasts for 2 baths)

Soak Time: 30- 40 MIN

(once a week)

My Rating : ★★★★✩

Salt for life -  eat it, drink it, bathe in it! A detox bath is my go to when I feel “toxic” or blah. I can't live without it! Am addicted…

Someone recently told me that bathing in Himalayan salts for 30-40 mins feels the same as fasting for 3 days!!! So, the detoxifying effect of a brine bath can be compared to a 3-day fast! So I just had to try it!

Himalayan Rock Salt originates from the primal seas of millions of years ago, where life began. Himalayan Crystal Salt is totally pure and contains every mineral and trace element found in the human body. The pink salt of the Himalayans is thought to be the purest salt in the world! Himalayan Pink Crystal Salt contains the full spectrum of 84 minerals and trace elements..

Himalayan Rock Salt provide real delicious delight(culinary purposes) and cleanse your body if long placed in a tub.
It also has a remedial effect on your mind, heart, and soul whether you have sore, tired feet from standing all day, or a stiff back from working at your desk.
 Himalayan Rock Salt can help improve the way you feel and alleviate away the tension.
Adding Himalayan Rock Salt in water surprisingly helps improve your circulation too.

Benefits of Himalayan Rock Salt :

stimulate circulation,

hydrates the skin,

increase moisture retention,

promote cellular regeneration,

detoxify the skin

help heal dry, scaling, irritated skin.

reduces inflammation of the muscles and joints, relaxes muscles

relieves pain and soreness

How to take Himalayan Rock Salt bath?

Add Himalayan bath salt to a bath tub; and fill the bath with warm water. You may add essential oils to your bath to create a beautiful aroma and further assist the healing process. For a mineral treatment soak for around 15 min or soak 30 minutes for a full body detox. Toxins are released through the skin into the water, and the soaking effect can help to soothe tired and aching muscles.

Full Moon Bath – On the day of the full moon the healing process of the body is at its peak as is its absorption potential. At full moon, the body will absorb the most minerals from the salt bath. The mineral materials penetrate and are absorbed into the skin in the form of ions.

New Moon Bath – At new moon, the body’s capacity for detoxification is at its highest. This is a perfect time for a cleansing salt bath. Weight adjustment and decontamination of the body are supported.

What are you waiting for??? Take advantage of the power of nature, using a simple warm bath infused with Himalayan Rock Salt - to nurture, heal, and soothe your body, mind, and spirit. Relax, while your body absorbs the 84 vital nutrients and your skin attains the soft glow of health.

SO, Slip into a sheer ocean of energy with these magical bath salts! NOW!

Detox baths (Home Spa)– My healing secrets revealed! – PART 11

CONFINEMENT BATH- Soothing, Beautifying, detoxifying

Daifonai Herbal bath(contains 2 sachets) - $4 (lasts 2 baths)

Soak Time: 30- 40 MIN

(once a week)

My Rating : ★★★★★

Those who know me best — or those who read this blog with any regularity — know that I love bath time. Bathing is more than getting the dirt off; for me it is a ritual with water! I have already shared a few ideas to turn your bathtime into a grown-up spa fit for a queen. Or a Kardashian!

Steeping your body in a bathtub full of herbs and flowers is more than pampering; it is preventive medicine that washes away stress and tension. Many herbal constituents can be absorbed through the skin and taking the time out to lie down in the bathtub is healing in itself. Herbal bathing can help to calm the mind, lift the spirits, reduce stress, relax sore muscles, increase circulation, promote mental clarity, and help the body to release toxins.

Mind you. I am not expecting or a new mommy. I have always been curious about the confinement baths and tried it for the very first time and loved it! It is a fantastic way to get soft, supple skin – all over your body.

The Custom of Confinement - What is confinement like?

Traditional confinement practices are based on the belief that a new mothers body is 'out of balance' after giving birth. The confinement period focuses on re-energising your body. Chinese, Malay and Indian communities all have their own confinement practices. While different ethnic groups may do things differently, the main aim is to help the mother and her body recover from the intensities of childbirth.

First and foremost, Confinement - in Chinese cultures - is the utmost important period following childbirth (often 30 to 45 days) for women to recuperate and regain energy after the birth. Women are advised to rest completely, often with help from Confinement Nannies, and take specially prepared meals and herbs for fast healing.

What is a Confinement bath?

Chinese Herbal Bath is believed to aid blood circulation in confinement mums. Confinement baths are not just aimed at maintaining hygiene, they are necessary to rejuvenate, and invigorate a new mother’s body. The herbal preparations are also calming and add to the pleasantness of bath time. The bath ingredients come pre-packed in sachets available from most Chinese medical shops.

Benefits of Confinement Bath:

. Traditionally, the herbal bath is believed to help a new mum to

•   regain her energy;

•   dispel wind;

•   get rid of odours

•   treat sore veins.

Herbal bath is a pure herbal preparation with unique blend of natural ingredients. It is a 0% chemical product, so it does not cause any harm to the skin. On the other hand it has a unique feature of keeping skin soft, smooth and glowing due to the natural herbs present in it. It maintains the oil balance and prevents dryness. It removes the dirt blocked in skin pores that enables free passage of oxygen. This helps to keep skin healthy and glowing. The herbs in herbal bath powder protects the skin from rashes and other skin allergies. It also helps to tone muscles and keeps them supple.

How to take a Confinement bath?

My favorite way is to brew a very strong tea using the herb sachets (and essential oils, if I want an extra kick). Brew 1-2 cups of very strong herbal tea and add it to your running bathwater. It is necessary to boil sachets in water just before bath time so that the water is hot enough to relax your muscles but not scald your skin during the bath.

So whether you are Chinese, Indian or Malay in sunny Singapore, a confinement bath is something you probably would look forward to. Just the thought of enveloping yourself in the vapour of the various herbal fumes is a relaxing nap waiting to happen.

It’s just … softening. Soothing. It caresses the body and makes it feel brand new. Most of all I love how when I step into the bath and lay my head back, inhale the beautiful smell, I instantly feel relaxed. Extremely relaxed, in muscles and mind. It is such an indulgent treat. But a girls’ got to have a treat every now and then. Right?

Detox baths (Home Spa)– My healing secrets revealed! – PART 10

 HERBAL BATH- Rejuvenating, Beautifying, detoxifying

   

    Rosemary Leaves (200 gms - $3)

    Lavender Flowers (200 gm - $4)

    Sage herb (200 gms - $2)

    Peppermint leaves (200 gms - $3)

    Green tea leaves (200 gms - $4)

    Parsley leaves (200 gms - $3)

  (You can either use a blend of all the above herbs or just any herb of your choice depending on the availability)

Soak Time: 30- 40 MIN

A handful of each herb(20gms each)

(once a week)

My Rating : ★★★★★

My secret retreat, my place for peace and quiet - My bathtub.

Lately my love for baths has led me down to every medical hall in Singapore, discovering my total love affair with herbs along the way. The aromatic scents of herbs, their beauty and fragrance, has inspired me to just keep adding to that knowledge. My bath supplies now has a range of Chinese herbs and other natural products that I am very proud of!

The herbal bath will benefit not only the skin but also emotions by providing with some herbal aromas to inhale as you soak away the cares of the day.

How to take a herbal bath?

Take a half cup each of the above herb (or whatever herb you found in the store from the above list). Boil in a vessel for 20 minutes and let it steep for half an hour. Strain and add the decoction to the tub with water as hot as you can stand it. I usually put the herbs in a muslin cloth and throw into the tub so that it doesn’t clog the drain.

Relax and immerse yourself in the aromatic, therapeutic soak!

Rosemary Leaves:

Rosemary is often used widely as a common household spice. Rosemary will help tone your skin and retain your natural moisture.   It smells great by itself but can be combined with other essential oils to tantalize your senses and give you a truly relaxing and beautifying feeling. And what’s more? It is an excellent herbal rinse for hair and can help get rid of dandruff and speed hair growth!

Lavender Flowers:

Lavender can lift your spirits, help you sleep, relieves pain. The plant is also widely used in the cosmetic industry! enjoy its gentle perfume in relaxing bath blends and  benefit from its natural healing properties. The floral aroma has a calming effect on the mind. Lavender alleviates anxiety, stress and tension.

Sage herb:

Putting sage in your bath can have numerous benefits. Sage is effective against skin rashes. It has been used to treat dandruff. Those suffering from stiffness of the muscles or joint aches and pains can benefit from soaking in a sage bath. Sage is also used largely in cosmetics. Sage is capable of clearing acne, freckles, and spots from your skin. Sage also provides complete nourishment to your scalp as it is capable of penetrating deep inside the roots, thereby strengthening and conditioning it.

Peppermint leaves:   

Peppermint is known to balance the PH levels of the skin which may help balance the production of excessive oils of the skin. Also the astringent, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory activity of Peppermint may help diminish the appearance of acne, black heads, rashes and redness. aromatherapy using peppermint oil may help relieve anxiety, stress, emotional imbalance and stress-induced headaches or migraines.

Green tea leaves:

On stressful days or when I am feeling a bit sick one of my favorite things to do is take a green tea bath. Green tea really help sooth your body, mind, and spirit, while drawing out harmful toxins from your body and healing any open wounds or sores you may have on your body. Green tea are very nourishing to the body as well because they are filled with helpful powerful antioxidants and vitamins that your body needs to stop signs of aging and to help the body from illnesses

Parsley leaves:

Parsley is a plant that creates a great deal of relaxation. Next time you see it as a garnish on your dinner plate, go ahead, have a bite. Taking a bath with parsley leaves will cause muscles to relax and stress to be relieved. Moreover, it helps fade freckles and skin spots. After a long day working, the benefits of parsley can help you very much with the fatigue. Treat yourself to a parsley bath . The sweet smells will sooth your smell senses and cool your exhausted nerves.

  

This herbal bath wakes up the whole body. It is invigorating and exhilarating. I am a bath-aholic. For me the ritual can’t last long enough. if things were not going my way I escape into the bathtub with these magical herbs.. Many times too, I would leave the tub with my problems going down the drain... literally…..

Detox baths (Home Spa)– My healing secrets revealed! – PART 9

SEA SALTS BATH-  Rejuvenating, Beautifying, detoxifying

Soak Time: 45- 60 MIN

Cost: $4(Lasts for 3 baths)

(once a week)
My Rating : ★★★★★

Enfolded in warmth. Submerged in comfort.

There is tranquility.

There is peace.

I take baths to escape, and to soothe my body and mind. Just the warmth of water and a good book are enough to make me forget my aches and pains for a little while. I like it steaming hot at first, and then I add cold to make it strong warm, so I don't get dizzy from too much heat. I can stay in there for a good hour. It drowns my stresses....

Sea salts are not only popular in the tub – sea salts are often used in the kitchen, in lieu of table salt. But sea salts are much better for you than table salt. Sea salt contains many of the minerals and nutrients that are normally stripped out of ordinary salt, giving sea salt many added benefits.

How it works?

Sea salts carry many benefits when used in the tub. Sea salts contain many minerals and nutrients that are beneficial for the skin. Sea salts, when combined with warm water, help open up the pores while plumping up the skin just a bit, giving you a healthy and youthful glow

How to take a sea salt bath?

Begin by running hot water in your bathtub. While the tub is filling, add 100gms of sea salt to the water. Next, you may want to add essential oils of your choice to the water for added benefits.

Enter the tub and begin soaking. Soak for 45-60 minutes. Relax, meditate, listen to music, and focus on the health of your body.

Benefits of Sea Salts bath

Sea Salt soaks offer a wide array of health benefits and can also be very therapeutic to our spirit.

Some of the internal benefits of sea salt soaks include:

•   Reducing levels of stress

•   Dealing with Insomnia

•   Increasing circulation

•   Expelling toxins from the body

•   Draws out impurities in skin

•   Soothes skin irritations

•   Smooth and softens skin

•   Encourages skin to renew itself

•   Helps scars to heal

•   Restores moisture balance to the skin

•   Provides deep relaxation

•   Promotes restfulness

Taking baths can be a rewarding experience, a chance to relax, ease the worries, and let your bubbles smooth you away in pure ecstasy and joy!

Trust me! If I could marry the tub, I would!