Unwind and relax with these easy-to-make herbal tub teas. They’re a fantastic way to use garden herbs while refreshing your mind, body, and spirit. This Energizing Lemon and Ginger Herbal Tub Tea is perfect for when you’re feeling a bit off or need a warm soak after a long day.

Supplies
– 2 tbsp dried lemon balm
– 2 tbsp dried lemon thyme
– 1-2 tbsp dried lemon peel (depending on the size of the pieces)
– 1 tbsp dried ginger root
– ½ cup Epsom salts
– 6-8 drops lemon essential oil
– 2 reusable tea bags
– Spoon
– Bowl

Why You Should Make This Tub Tea
Each ingredient in this blend has unique health benefits:
– Lemon balm: Smells great and relieves stress, uplifts mood, and has antiviral properties.
– Lemon thyme: A cooking herb that disinfects, eases muscle spasms, and helps with tight chests from allergies or colds.
– Lemon peels: Contain bioflavonoids that reduce oxidation.
– Ginger: Warms the body and improves blood circulation.
– Epsom salts: Absorb through the skin to relieve muscle tension, pain, and joint inflammation.
– Lemon essential oil: Purifies, cleanses, and nourishes the skin.

Directions
1. Mix Epsom Salts and Essential Oil: Place the ½ cup of Epsom salts in a bowl and add 6-8 drops of lemon essential oil. Mix thoroughly to avoid clumps.
2. Combine Ingredients: Add the dried herbs, lemon peels, and ginger to the bowl. Mix well.
3. Prepare Tea Bags: Fill reusable tea bags with the mixture and tie the top with cotton twine. If you don’t have reusable tea bags, you can use an old sock or a piece of t-shirt fabric to make a bundle. For gifts, you can put the mixture in a mason jar along with reusable tea bags or instructions for alternatives.

How to Use Tub Teas
1. Steep the Tea: Place the filled tea bag in a mug and pour boiling water over it. Let it steep for three to four minutes.
2. Prepare the Bath: Run a warm bath. When ready, pour the steeped tea and the tea bag into the tub.

Relax and enjoy your soothing bath!