Usage: Add 3-5 drops of essential oil to a basin of warm water (approximately 40°C/104°F), then soak your hands for about 10 minutes.
Benefits: Moisturizes the skin, with enhanced effectiveness during autumn and winter.
Common essential oils: Rose, lemon, etc.
Foot Bath Therapy:
Usage: Prepare a basin of warm water (approximately 40°C/104°F), add 5-6 drops of essential oil, then soak your entire feet in the basin for about 10 minutes.
Benefits: Promotes blood circulation, reduces foot swelling and muscle soreness, relieves foot fatigue, eliminates odors, prevents colds, and treats athlete's foot.
Common essential oils:
Athlete's foot: Tea tree, lavender.
Foot odor: Lemon, peppermint.
Rough feet: Frankincense, myrrh.
Aromatherapy Warm Water Soak:
Method: Add 3-10 drops of essential oil directly to a bathtub filled with hot water, or mix with milk, honey, or bath salts before adding to the tub. Soak for 15-30 minutes at a skin-comfortable temperature.Adding rose petals enhances the effect. Gently stir to disperse the essential oils and petals, then enjoy the benefits of your aromatherapy spa.
During Flu Season: Mix 2 drops each of lavender, eucalyptus, and chamomile essential oils with a teaspoon of carrier oil. Apply to chest, neck, and throat areas. Soak in hot water for 10-15 minutes while deeply inhaling the aromatic steam. Once thoroughly warmed, dry off quickly and go to bed immediately.
Common essential oils: Lavender, eucalyptus, rose, rosemary, lemon, chamomile, etc.
For tired feet: Rosemary, marjoram.
Aromatic Sitz Bath Method:
Usage: Fill a basin large enough to accommodate your hips halfway with warm water. Add 1–2 drops of essential oil, stir to disperse, and sit in the bath.
Benefits: This method is highly effective for treating menstrual cramps, vaginitis, or skin irritation caused by non-breathable sanitary pads during menstruation.
Common essential oils: Lavender, eucalyptus, rosemary, peppermint, etc.