We all know that your cast iron or copper roll top bath is the perfect place for sinking into a world of beautiful, deep relaxation. But did you know it can be equally as uplifting, giving you the boost you need to prepare for a fabulous Christmas party season?
When it comes to perking up your mood, we think essential oils are, well, essential! All you need is a few drops in the bath and those refreshing scents will work their magic – reviving and rejuvenating you, and giving you the energy you need to make this festive season one to remember.
Here’s what we recommend to put a spring in your step:
The gentle steam distillation from your bath captures the fragrances of Lemon Bath beautifully. Containing the essential oil of lemon, which refreshes your mind and body, Lemon Bath is also very good for oily, dull skin. Available from Dr Hauschka.
Dr Hauschka Lemongrass Vitalising Bath Essence
There is nothing quite like the bright scent of sun-ripened lemons and fresh lemongrass to give your mood a major uplift. This wonderful combination of fragrances awakens the senses and energises the mind. Available from Dr Hauschka.
Diptyque Orange Chai Scented Candle
Fill your bathroom with invigorating yet mellow scent of Diptyque Orange Chai. The limited edition candle is the result of a special collaboration between Diptyque and the French design duo Tsé & Tsé. With notes of quince, orange and Indian spices, this is the quintessential pre-party fragrance. Available from Liberty.
REN Neroli and Grapefruit Body Wash
This is a refreshing and invigorating body wash that has been formulated with Neroli Oil distilled from Tunisian Orange Blossom and cold pressed Grapefruit Oil. It’s the ultimate body wash for your energising bath. Available from John Lewis.
Thyme – A sweet, herbal, peppery scent that will refresh the mind and raise your spirits (only use in very low concentration as it can irritate the skin) Lemon – A fruity and zesty fragrance that uplifts the mood with its anti-depressant qualities Balsam pine – A clean, Christmassy scent that promotes vitality and stimulation Orange – A strong citrusy and sweet scent that will elevate your mood Peppermint – A fresh, sharp and refreshing scent that stimulates mind, body and soul(You should always avoid essential oils if you are pregnant or have high blood pressure.)
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Dr Hauschka Lemon Bath
The gentle steam distillation from your bath captures the fragrances of Lemon Bath beautifully. Containing the essential oil of lemon, which refreshes your mind and body, Lemon Bath is also very good for oily, dull skin. Available from Dr Hauschka.
Dr Hauschka Lemongrass Vitalising Bath Essence
There is nothing quite like the bright scent of sun-ripened lemons and fresh lemongrass to give your mood a major uplift. This wonderful combination of fragrances awakens the senses and energises the mind. Available from Dr Hauschka.
Diptyque Orange Chai Scented Candle
Fill your bathroom with invigorating yet mellow scent of Diptyque Orange Chai. The limited edition candle is the result of a special collaboration between Diptyque and the French design duo Tsé & Tsé. With notes of quince, orange and Indian spices, this is the quintessential pre-party fragrance. Available from Liberty.
REN Neroli and Grapefruit Body Wash
This is a refreshing and invigorating body wash that has been formulated with Neroli Oil distilled from Tunisian Orange Blossom and cold pressed Grapefruit Oil. It’s the ultimate body wash for your energising bath. Available from John Lewis.