How to Make Bath Tea Bags

Homemade bath tea bags can turn your tub into a spa.

A relaxing soak in the tub is the perfect reward for a hard day's work. A gloriously scented bath, enriched with the healing properties of herbs and flower buds, is an excellent way to rejuvenate your body and mind. Creating your own bath tea bags is an easy and affordable way to enjoy every bath that you take.

Things You'll Need

• Plastic bag
• 1 cup lavender buds
• 1 cup chamomile buds
• 1 cup mint leaves
• 4 drops lavender essential oil
• Cheesecloth
• Scissors
• Ruler
• Rubber bands
• Saucepan
• Water
• Stove

Instructions

1. In a small plastic bag, combine all of the flower buds and herbs. Add four drops of the essential oil, and shake well.

2. Cut the cheesecloth into two 10 inch by 10 inch squares.

3. Fill each square with a generous handful of the flower and herb mixture.

4. Bring the four corners of each square together and twist. Loosely secure with a rubber band.

5. In a small saucepan, bring 1 quart of water to a boil. Remove from heat. Drop in one of the bath tea bags. Allow it to steep for 15 minutes. Discard the tea bag and pour the bath tea into your tub.

6. Store the remaining bath tea bag in an airtight container to preserve freshness.

Tips & Warnings

• Homemade bath tea bags make the perfect gift for any occasion. Substitute muslin for cheesecloth and pretty decorative ribbon for rubber bands to make beautiful bath tea bags ready for gift-giving. Include a small tag with instructions for use.

• Be careful not to burn yourself when transferring the bath tea to the tub. The 15-minute steeping time allows for cooling, so be sure not to transfer the bath tea earlier than the designated time.

References

• Jelly Jar: Bath Tea Recipe
• Care 2: How to Make Easy Bath-Bags

Resources

• Green Tea Bath Bags