Relax Bath And Unwind For Sleep And Sweet Dreams

Relaxing Bath Recipes

Indulging in a warm bath about an hour or so before you go to bed can leave your body feeling relaxed and drowsy. You should note though, that it is not a good idea to bath immediately before you attempt to sleep. Warm water raises your body temperature a can actually leave you feeling more alert that you otherwise would have been.

Your body needs to be given the time necessary to lower its body temperature before you sleep. That way, the benefits of the bath are still with you without any negative stimulating effects. Warm water benefits your circulatory system while soothing your body into tranquility and alleviating tension.

Body Bath To Relax

To get even more benefits out of a warm bath and make the atmosphere as peaceful as possible try:

Setting candles around your bathtub

Dim the lighting

Burn your favorite incense

Listen to relaxing music

Relax Bath With Herbs
Herbs can be a wonderful addition to a warm bath as they elicit a natural form of relaxation. To utilize this method, tie the herbs in a bag that is hung beneath the hot water while the bath is filling. After your tub is full, all you have to do is indulge in a relaxing bath.

The following herbs are recommended for a relaxing bath:

Chamomile - Lavender - Lime flower - Mint - Passion flower

Relax Bath With Aromatherapy Oils
Aromatherapy oils are another item you can use in your bath to encourage relaxation. After your tub is full, simply add four or five drops of the essential oil and enjoy the soothing benefits. The following essential oils are recommended:

Chamomile - Hops - Lavender - Neroli - Rose - Vetiver - Ylang-ylang

Relax Bath With Milk And Honey
Milk And Honey Warm Bath Recipe
Honey, lavender and milk are products that many people find very soothing. The following recipe can easily be made at home for you to try in your next bath.

Relaxing Milk and Honey Bath
Ingredients:
· 1/2 cup liquid honey
· 3 cups powdered milk
· Lavender buds

Preparation:
Combine all the ingredients in a large bowl and mix well. Keep the mixture in a tightly sealed jar. Scoop out a generous amount of the milk bath and dissolve in warm water.

The purpose of a warm bath should be to unwind you, while lessening anxiety and stress. Making a warm bath filled with herbs or oils a part of your bedtime routine can be an effective natural method of promoting sleep and dealing with insomnia.
Sweet Dreams.