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Bath soaks to help you relax and de-stress 

Healthylife’s decadent bath soaks and shower steamers are a cornerstone of self-care. Choose from a delightful array of bath salts, soothing magnesium bath flakes, effervescent bath bombs and scented shower steamers. From Epsom salts known for their potential muscle-relaxing properties to aromatic options infused with essential oils for a sensory treat, our range offers plenty of choices. Explore quality products by trusted brands, each one formulated to help you unwind after a long day or to give as a thoughtful gift. 

What are bath soaks?

Bath soaks are a category of bath products designed to enhance your bathing experience by adding beneficial or aesthetically pleasing ingredients to bathwater. These products typically include bath salts made from sea salt or Epsom salts, often enriched with minerals and essential oils. 

Bath soaks may be used for a variety of purposes, such as soothing sore muscles, promoting relaxation, and nourishing skin health. Available in various scents and formulations, bath soaks provide a therapeutic and luxurious spa-like experience in the comfort of your own home. 

What are the different types of bath soaks?

The different types of bath soaks include bath bombs, Epsom salts, magnesium flakes, sea salt soaks, aromatherapy soaks and herbal soaks.

Bath bombs fizz and emit pleasant fragrances when you drop them into the bath. They make a colourful addition to your bathroom and are infused with relaxing fragrances like lavender, uplifting fragrances like lemon myrtle or fruity fragrances like mango.

Epsom salt bath soaks date back through the ages. Epsom salts are natural mineral salts made up of magnesium and sulphate. 

Magnesium is the fourth most abundant element in the human body and is important for several physiological functions. A warm bath infused with magnesium flakes, especially when augmented with relaxing herbs like lavender and chamomile, may provide the relaxation you seek.

Sea salt bath soaks enriched with floral and herbal infusions may help exfoliate and nourish your skin, leaving it smelling amazing.

No bath? No problem. Shower steamers are designed to be placed on the shower floor and release therapeutic oils into the shower steam.

Are there benefits to using bath soaks? 

Bath soaks may help relax muscles and soothe aches due to the presence of minerals like magnesium in Epsom salts. Relaxing in a calm, scented bath filled with warm water may help induce a feeling of calm and relaxation. A warm bath containing an added bath soak before bedtime may also help prepare the body for bed.

How long should you soak in the bath?

The ideal duration for soaking in a bath to achieve relaxation typically ranges from 10 to 30 minutes. This time frame allows you to enjoy the benefits of bath soaks, such as relaxation, without over-exposing your skin to hot water, which can strip natural oils and lead to dryness. Adjusting the time can depend on your comfort and specific health considerations, such as skin sensitivity.

Browse Healthylife’s range of bath soaks today and treat yourself to a little pampering.