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6 DIY Soaps to Make Bath Time a Treat!

June 25, 2021 by Angie McKain Leave a Comment

Soaps are one of the easiest and most fun DIY Bath and Body products out there! They generally take very few ingredients, and as long as you’re using melt and pour soap the process takes very little time and even less equipment. Soaps are also fun because you can add coloring, scents, glitter, flowers, herbs, and so much more to them to truly make them your own. Read on for 5 great soap recipes that are not only beautiful but will also make bath time a treat!
Making your own soaps for Christmas? Check out these Christmas soap making molds and these Christmas dessert fragrances.
6 Soap Recipes to Make Bath Time a Treat

 

 

Chrysanthemum Soap Bar

Soaps are essential for keeping us clean and healthy. However, a lot of soaps found on the market contain bad chemicals such as Dioxane, Triclosan, Formaldehyde, parabens, and more. Instead of using all these harmful chemicals, you can use homemade soaps with Chrysanthemum flowers and violet fragrance. This recipe makes a beautiful bar of soap that would also make a great gift!
Mermaid Soap
Add a little fun to bathtime with glittery mermaid soap bars – perfect for the mermaids in your life 😉
Lemon Shea Butter Soap
Creamy, smooth, and fresh. This beautiful DIY soap leaves skin feeling so soft and makes a lovely homemade gift. With moisturizing shea butter and the fresh scent of lemon, this soap is sure to moisturize the skin while invigorating the senses, great for a morning pick-me-up!
Oatmeal Eczema Soap
This homemade oatmeal soap is a super easy recipe to help keep your skin healthy and happy. Oatmeal is a very gentle exfoliator and helps work wonders with the inflammation and irritation that can occur with eczema or other skin sensitivities!
Loofah Soap
Loofah soaps let you clean and exfoliate the skin at the same time and this high-end-looking and feeling soap has both! All you need is a few simple ingredients to create this luxurious DIY soap! Make some extras and give your friends and family a beautiful DIY gift!
Charcoal Soap
Activated Charcoal Soap is a wonderful beauty care item and making your own is very easy to do. This easy DIY charcoal soap tutorial will keep you stocked up and your skin will be looking great too. This soap is full of wonderful ingredients and essential oils and the smell is fantastic. These ingredients are so soothing to the skin. Once you get the hang of making your own beauty products at home you will be hooked on it! It is actually fun to do and the results are fantastic.
If you’ve given any of these recipes a try, I’d love to hear how you liked them! Have a great weekend everyone =)
Happy Crafting!

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Have you read?

The New Menopause: Your Ultimate Guide to Navigating Hormonal Change with Confidence and Power

As someone who’s been navigating the tumultuous waters of perimenopause, I can honestly say that finding a resource like The New Menopause by Dr. Mary Claire Haver has been nothing short of a lifeline. It’s often said that knowledge is power, and this book does exactly that—empowering women to take charge of their health during a time when our bodies are changing in ways that can feel overwhelming and frustrating.

In my own experience with perimenopause, I’ve struggled with symptoms like irregular sleep patterns, mood swings, and weight gain that seemed to come out of nowhere. The feeling of loss of control over my body was not only physical but emotional. Dr. Haver’s approach to menopause is refreshingly holistic—she not only presents scientific facts but also provides real-life, relatable advice to help women thrive through this stage of life, not just survive.

The book covers everything from physical symptoms, like changes in skin and sleep patterns, to neurological, psychological, and even sexual health concerns. Dr. Haver also does a fantastic job of addressing the long-term health risks that come with the drop in estrogen levels, such as osteoporosis, diabetes, and heart disease. For women like myself who want to be proactive, her science-backed toolkit on what steps to take is both comprehensive and actionable.

One of the most helpful sections for me was about advocating for myself during doctor visits. I’ve often felt like my concerns were brushed aside or minimized, and Dr. Haver empowers readers with practical questions to ask their doctors and the tools to secure comprehensive care—something I desperately needed.

In addition to all the invaluable health insights, the book also touches on hormone replacement therapy (HRT), explaining the latest research and balancing both the benefits and potential side effects, which gave me the confidence to make informed decisions about my own treatment options.

Essential Oils for Menopause Relief:

For those of us trying to manage symptoms naturally, essential oils can be an incredible tool. In addition to Dr. Haver’s advice, I’ve found that certain essential oils have helped me feel more balanced during perimenopause:

  1. Clary Sage – Known for its calming effects, it helps with mood swings and hot flashes.

  2. Peppermint – Excellent for headaches and nausea, common issues during hormonal fluctuations.

  3. Lavender – Great for sleep support, especially if your sleep is disrupted due to night sweats or anxiety.

  4. Geranium – Supports hormonal balance and can alleviate feelings of irritability.

  5. Frankincense – Can help with anxiety and stress, grounding your mind and body.

  6. Ylang Ylang – A sweet floral oil that can boost mood and reduce symptoms of anxiety.

  7. Rose – Known for supporting emotional well-being and can help with feelings of sadness or low self-esteem.

I use a few drops of these oils in a diffuser before bed, or dilute them with a carrier oil for a soothing massage, especially on areas like my neck and shoulders when I feel tension or discomfort.

The New Menopause is not just a guide—it’s a celebration of empowerment, helping women reclaim their vitality during a period of change. Dr. Haver provides a comprehensive blueprint for not only surviving menopause but thriving through it, arming us with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to take control of our health at this pivotal stage in our lives. This book is an essential read for any woman going through this transition, and it’s sure to become a trusted companion in your menopause journey.

If you’re feeling lost or unsure, I highly recommend picking up The New Menopause. It’s time to embrace this phase of life with purpose, power, and—most importantly—self-care.

 

Updated to add, I have just purchased this Menopause blend   of hormone balance drops and will update with my review shortly.

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