Friday, December 5, 2014

DIY: Breathe Easy Shower Meltaways

Everyone seems to be suffering from congestion this season. With only a handful of ingredients, some you may already have on hand, you can create these meltaways that can help open up your nasal passages in the shower.

Ingredients
1 cup baking soda
½ cup Epsom salts
Approximately 2 tsp of water
Eucalyptus, Peppermint, Rosemary and/or Lemon essential oils
Pan or mold with shapes that are about 1” in diameter. (Silicon works best)

Directions
Combine baking soda and Epsom salts and mix well until combined. I use a whisk.
Drop small amounts of water into the blend, stir until the consistency is similar to slightly wet sand. The mixture should hold together when squeezed without crumbling or appearing wet.
Once you get the texture right, add the essential oils (personalize your blend, up to 20 drops total) and stir to combine.
Press the mixture firmly into molds and leave to harden (at least 24 hours).
When dry, remove and store in an air-tight container.

To use: Place one in the bottom of the shower when you get in. As you shower, it will dissolve, releasing essential oils and into the air.


         Nancy Mayne, Director of Wellness