Aromatherapy DIY Shower Melts Recipe

Introduction

Aromatherapy DIY shower melts transform your daily shower into a spa-like experience by releasing delightful scents that invigorate or relax you. These easy-to-make melts dissolve with the steam, filling your bathroom with therapeutic aromas. You can customize them with your favorite essential oils and dried herbs for a personal touch.

Ingredients

• 1 cup baking soda
• 1/2 cup citric acid
• 1/3 cup arrowroot powder
• 1/8 cup kaolin clay
• 1 spray bottle filled with water (or witch hazel)

Citrus Wake Up Shower Melts

• 100 drops lemon essential oil
• 80 drops sweet orange essential oil
• 80 drops grapefruit essential oil
• 1 tbsp dried calendula petals

Eucalyptus Shower Melts

• 1 tbsp menthol crystals
• 100 drops eucalyptus essential oil
• 50 drops peppermint essential oil
• 30 drops pine essential oil
• 15 drops thyme thymol essential oil
• 1/8 tsp light green mica or green spirulina powder
• 1 tsp dried herbs

Uplifting Rose Shower Melts

• 100 drops rose absolute oil
• 60 drops ylang ylang essential oil
• 30 drops vetiver essential oil
• 1/8 tsp pink mica or pink beet powder
• 1 tbsp dried rose petals

Lavender Shower Steamers for Sleep

• 100 drops lavender essential oil
• 40 drops chamomile essential oil
• 40 drops neroli essential oil
• 1/8 tsp blue mica or blue spirulina powder
• 1 tsp cornflower petals or lavender buds

Equipment

• Round silicone mould
• Non-metallic mixing bowl
• Water, alcohol, or witch hazel to moisten mixture
• Whisk for mixing
• Nitrile gloves to protect hands

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large, non-metallic mixing bowl, whisk together the baking soda, citric acid, arrowroot powder, kaolin clay, and any desired colorant until fully combined.
2. Step 2: Add the essential oils to the dry mixture and stir quickly to distribute the oils evenly. The oils will form droplets but will dissolve in the next step.
3. Step 3: Lightly spritz the mixture with water or witch hazel, then mix immediately to avoid premature fizzing. If you don’t have a spritz bottle, sprinkle water carefully with a teaspoon.
4. Step 4: Wearing nitrile gloves to protect your skin, knead the mixture gently until it holds together like damp sand but doesn’t fizz.
5. Step 5: If using dried herbs or petals, mix them in now or add them when filling the mould. Avoid placing large decorations near the edges to prevent breaks.
6. Step 6: Press the mixture firmly into the silicone moulds, paying attention to fill edges and corners well for solid melts.
7. Step 7: Let the shower melts dry at room temperature for 24 to 48 hours until hard and solid.
8. Step 8: Carefully peel back the silicone mould and gently pop out each shower melt.

Tips & Variations

• Wear nitrile gloves as citric acid can irritate skin and damage nail polish.
• Add mica powder or natural colorants to customize the appearance of your melts.
• Use different essential oil blends to suit your mood or season.
• Keep dried flowers or herbs away from the edges of moulds to prevent cracking.

Storage

Store your shower melts in an airtight container in a cool, dry place to prevent moisture from activating them prematurely. They will keep fresh for several months. Use one or two melts per shower by placing them on the floor away from direct water flow but where steam will activate them. No reheating needed.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use my own essential oil blends?

Absolutely! Feel free to experiment with different essential oils to create your preferred scent and aromatherapy effect, just keep the total drops similar to maintain the balance in the recipe.

How long do shower melts last once made?

Properly dried and stored shower melts can last for several months. Keep them away from moisture and humidity to avoid premature fizzing.

Aromatherapy DIY Shower Melts Recipe

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Create your own aromatic and invigorating shower experience with these DIY Aromatherapy Shower Melts. Made from natural ingredients like baking soda, citric acid, and essential oils, these shower melts release delightful scents that can refresh, relax, or uplift your mood while showering. Customize your melts with various essential oil blends such as Citrus Wake Up, Eucalyptus, Uplifting Rose, or Lavender Steamers for sleep. Easy to make and perfect for gifting or personal use, these shower melts dissolve slowly in the shower steam for a spa-like experience at home.

• Author: Grace
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Total Time: 24 to 48 hours drying time
• Yield: Approximately 12 round shower melts (depends on mold size) 1x
• Category: Bath & Body
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: DIY Aromatherapy

Ingredients

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Basic Shower Melts Recipe

• 1 cup baking soda
• 1/2 cup citric acid
• 1/3 cup arrowroot powder
• 1/8 cup kaolin clay
• 1 spray bottle filled with water (or witch hazel)

Citrus Wake Up Shower Melts

• 100 drops lemon essential oil
• 80 drops sweet orange essential oil
• 80 drops grapefruit essential oil
• 1 tbsp dried calendula petals

Eucalyptus Shower Melts

• 1 tbsp menthol crystals
• 100 drops eucalyptus essential oil
• 50 drops peppermint essential oil
• 30 drops pine essential oil
• 15 drops thyme thymol essential oil
• 1/8 tsp light green mica or green spirulina powder
• 1 tsp dried herbs

Uplifting Rose Shower Melts

• 100 drops rose absolute oil
• 60 drops ylang ylang essential oil
• 30 drops vetiver essential oil
• 1/8 tsp pink mica or pink beet powder
• 1 tbsp dried rose petals

Lavender Shower Steamers for Sleep

• 100 drops lavender essential oil
• 40 drops chamomile essential oil
• 40 drops neroli essential oil
• 1/8 tsp blue mica or blue spirulina powder
• 1 tsp cornflower petals or lavender buds

Instructions

1. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large, non-metallic mixing bowl, whisk together the baking soda, citric acid, arrowroot powder, kaolin clay, and your choice of colorant powder until fully blended.
2. Add Essential Oils: Carefully drop your selected essential oils into the dry mixture. Stir gently to distribute the oils evenly, forming small oil droplets ready to be integrated in the next step.
3. Moisten the Mixture: Spray a light mist of water or witch hazel over the mixture and quickly incorporate it by stirring and kneading gently. Use a spray bottle for even distribution; if not available, sprinkle water with a teaspoon. This activates the citric acid without causing premature fizzing.
4. Wear Gloves: Put on nitrile gloves to protect your skin during the kneading process, as citric acid can be irritating and may remove nail polish.
5. Mold the Shower Melts: Press the mixture firmly into round silicone molds with your fingertips, making sure to pack the edges tightly. If adding dried herbs or flower petals, fold them gently into the mixture beforehand, keeping larger petals away from edges to prevent breaking.
6. Dry and Set: Allow the filled molds to dry undisturbed for 24 to 48 hours until the shower melts become hard and solid.
7. Unmold: Carefully peel back the silicone mold and gently push each set melt out. Store in an airtight container to preserve scent and freshness until ready to use.

Notes

• Always wear nitrile gloves to protect your skin while handling citric acid and essential oils.
• If you don’t have a spray bottle, sprinkle water gently with a teaspoon to moisten the mixture without triggering an immediate reaction.
• Avoid placing dried flower petals on the edges of the molds to prevent the melts from breaking.
• Let shower melts dry thoroughly for at least 24 to 48 hours as insufficient drying may cause crumbling.
• Store finished shower melts in a cool, dry place to maintain fragrance and effectiveness.
• Customize your shower melts by changing essential oil combinations and dried botanical additions according to your preference.

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