A Bath with essential oils is one of the simplest and most effective aromatherapy treatments. It can be stimulating or relaxing, depending on the temperature of the water and whether you choose oils with uplifting or calming properties. In the bath the oils are absorbed through the skin and are inhaled at the same time, stimulating the brain and increasing your sense of well being. An Aromatic bath can detoxify the body, help problems like cellulite, joint stiffness, general aches and pains and headaches.
Bath temperature and the time spent in the tub are important. A cooler bath is more stimulating and warmer water relaxes. Hot water should be avoided when using aromatics.
To calm yourself after a fraught day or prepare yourself for a good nights sleep, this type of bath works wonders. Keep the light soft by burning aromatic candles in the bathroom. When lying in the bath, use a bathing towel to rest your head on and inhale deeply. The oils will then soothe away the stresses and strains. After 15-20 minutes get out, soak and wrap yourself in a large warm towel.
These are ideal in the morning to get you going or to revive yourself before an evening out. Keep the water fairly cool. Once you have soaked, rinse yourself with as cold as water you can bear. When you get out rub yourself vigorously with a towel.