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
