i like baths: they are warm | they are steamy | they are grounding & cleansing

baths are an excellent way to treat yourself & a totally nurturing, sexy gift for someone else. valentine’s day is coming up! instead of going nuts on some Russel Stover & synthetic lingerie or lube, why not just draw a bath & invite your lover?

to make the most delicious bath you will need:

a favorite wild plant

i chose white pine, because of its community-building & peace-making power. also, it thrives through the winter: i can use that medicine for sure this time of year. you can also use herbs you may be growing inside like mint or rosemary. and if you live someplace warmer, congratulations, i bet you’ve got all sorts of bath-worthy things right outside your door. if you don’t have a screen on your drain you may want to tie your plant up in some clean thin rags (old tees work well) or cheesecloth if you have it around, it will make clean up much easier.

a favorite essential oil

i chose geranium, because even though i’m trying my best to enjoy the winter, it’s cold out there! sorry i’m not sorry, i just don’t like the cold that much. i like being reminded of the hot weather & its sweet smells. plus, geranium oil is really good for my skin. other oils to try include eucalyptus, lavender, or grapefruit.

honey

epsom salt