Bath for relaxation with foam, glycerin, citrus, orange, bran

Baths can reallyto revitalize the whole organism. Depending on the selected water temperature and additional components, it can cheer or relax, warm or refresh. Regular bathing for relaxation, if done according to all the rules, helps to strengthen immunity and get rid of many diseases.

The baths are divided into several varieties:

• cold - up to 20 degrees;
• cool - up to 30 degrees;
• indifferent - up to 35 degrees;
• warm - up to 38 degrees;
• hot - from 39 degrees.

Since our article is devoted to the relaxing effect of baths, we are primarily interested in warm baths, since it is this temperature of water that contributes to relaxation.

What happens to the body of a person taking a warm bath for relaxation?

• The gravity force is much less effective on a body immersed in water. Consequently, the load on the musculoskeletal system is reduced, and the tension is removed from the muscles.
• In a relaxed body, the blood flow is normalized. It is redistributed in a new way, as a result of which stagnant phenomena in the hands and feet decrease. The increase in the flow of blood to the heart has a beneficial effect on the state of the respiratory system.
• Under the influence of warm water, skin pores open and are released from sweat, fat and dirt. The color of the skin is leveled, it becomes smoother and silky.
• If you take a bath with the addition of minerals, herbs and other useful medicines, this has a beneficial effect on the state of the nervous system. Therapeutic baths help fight stress, insomnia, lethargy and irritability.

Contraindications to the taking of such baths are:

• heart and vascular disease;
• infection;
• various tumors;
• pregnancy;
• violation of the integrity of the skin;
• allergic reactions;
• bleeding.

Before taking baths, consult a physician.

You can take a bath at any time of the day, however, if you want to achieve the effect of relaxation, it is better to do it in the evening, before going to bed. The optimum residence time in a warm bath is half an hour. At the same time, make sure that the bath does not cool, periodically replenishing hot water.

To gain energy before the start of the working day, you need to lie in cool water or stand under a contrast shower. In cool or hot water should not be more than 10 minutes, so it can lead to cooling or overheating of the body and, thereby, provoke an aggravation of various diseases. Hot baths are generally allowed only for absolutely healthy people.

The healing effect of the bath for relaxation will be even more noticeable if you use a variety of useful additives. Drug components can have toning, cosmetic or healing effects.

• Sea salt has a disinfecting effect, so taking a salt bath speeds up the healing of pimples, abrasions and scratches. The main thing is not to add salt to the water if there are open wounds on the body, otherwise the effect will be completely opposite.
• Essential oils soften and nourish the skin. In addition, inhalations of essential oils have a beneficial effect on the state of the respiratory system. Inhalation of certain flavors can activate or calm nervous activity.
• Bath foam not only gives incredibly pleasant tactile sensations, but also, thanks to special components, make the water softer. You can choose any aroma you like, such as chocolate, berry, flower, etc.
• The healing herbs have a wide range of action. Some of them help to relieve tension, others - to improve the skin, and still others - to strengthen immunity and cope with many diseases.

Sea salt since ancient times is famous for its medicinal properties. No wonder now, like several centuries ago, doctors often recommend weakened patients to improve their health at sea. Organize sea bathing and can be at home. All that is needed is to go to the nearest pharmacy or cosmetic store and purchase a pack of sea salt.

It should be noted that pharmacies usually sell sea salt without any additives. It can be used not only for baths, but also for rinsing or rinsing the nose. Salt, sold in the departments of cosmetics and perfumes, often contains various flavors and dyes, therefore it can be used exclusively for cosmetic procedures.

To prepare such a bath, you need to add 5 to 15 drops of essential oil to warm water. Essential oils are widely used in aromatherapy - treatment of aromatic substances obtained from plants.

Almost any fruit or plant can have a certain curative effect on the body:

• Valerian will help calm down and get rid of insomnia. It is best to take a bath just before bedtime;
• Sandalwood acts immediately in two directions: the nervous and cardiovascular systems;
• Rosa helps to overcome depression, gives peace and tranquility;
• Patchouli corrects cosmetic skin defects, invigorates and at the same time soothes;
• The bitter orange is a good tranquilizer, as it helps to calm down quickly. In addition, it has a general strengthening effect.
• Melissa helps to get rid of pain, and is also recommended for people suffering from lung diseases.
• Lavender is used to relieve pain in the muscles and joints. This bath very well relaxes, so it is recommended to take it before bed.

The stores offer a large selection of foam for baths with different composition and aroma. In order to get not only a large amount of fluffy and fragrant foam, but at least a minimal health-improving effect, it is better to choose more expensive products from trusted producers.

We recommend to pay attention to bath foam containing natural ingredients, for example, plant extracts:

• To give the skin a healthy color and firmness, and to remove inflammation, aloe vera extract will help.
• Coconut oil has a moisturizing, nourishing and soothing effect and, in addition, has a pleasant, "tasty" smell.
• Peach or peach oil in the composition helps to get rid of fatigue and irritation, and has a beneficial effect on the skin condition.

To foam as much as possible, the product must be poured directly under the tapping water from the tap. After a foam bath it is recommended to rinse with clean warm water.

Glycerin has an excellent emollient effect, therefore, if you add a little of this substance to the bath, you can get rid of the dryness of the skin, give it a healthy, even color. After the bath with glycerin, your skin will become softer and silky.

Glycerin is sold without a prescription in any pharmacy and is quite inexpensive. For one procedure, you will need 400 grams of glycerin. The first 200 grams add to a half-filled with warm water bath, then add water and add the remaining glycerin. Before you plunge into the bath it is better to wait a few minutes for the substance to mix well with water.

The bath from milk, according to legend, was still taken by the Egyptian queen Cleopatra. Of course, to bring a few dozen liters of milk, to warm it up and fill their bath under the power not every girl. Therefore, we offer you a simpler and more affordable recipe.

Mix 2 liters of warm milk with 4 tablespoons of honey and leave for 10 minutes. While the mixture is infused, fill the bath with warm water for 1/3 and dissolve in it a glass of ordinary edible salt. Then pour the milk-honey mixture into the water and proceed to the water procedures. Milk contains vitamins B and E, which are known for their rejuvenating effect. Dairy baths can improve the condition of the skin, as well as regulate nervous activity.

Orange bath is good for the skin, as it opens and cleanses the pores. Useful substances contained in the orange penetrate deeply into the skin, providing antiseptic and cosmetic effects.

In order to prepare such a bath, you need a few oranges, about a kilogram. From the fruit, squeeze out the juice and mix it with 3-4 tablespoons of good olive oil. Add the mixture to the bath filled with warm water.

Lemon bath relaxes and removes toxins from the body. In addition, lemon juice brightens the skin well, so regular intake of such baths helps to smooth out the skin tone and get rid of minor cosmetic defects.

You will need a peel of 3 large lemons. It is removed very easily - with the help of a small grater. Then the dried peel should be dried. This can take a couple of days, so you need to prepare for the procedure in advance. Half an hour before taking a bath, dry peel should be poured with boiling water. After the mixture is infused, pour it into a warm bath.

Bran has an exfoliating effect, and in addition, it nourishes and moisturizes the skin well. For such a bath you can use wheat, corn, oat or almond bran. Prepare the broth from the bran is very simple: 30 grams of the product you need to pour 250 ml of cold water, put on a slow fire and wait for the boil. After the mixture has cooled, it must be filtered and added to a bath with warm water.

There is another way of making such a bath: you need to put the bran bag of gauze or canvas and boil it in boiling water for a few minutes. Then tie the pouch to the opening of the spout so that a stream of water passes through it. Fill the bath with water through this bag, changing the temperature from hot to cool.

• During the reception of a relaxing bath in the room should be a comfortable temperature - about 35 degrees and above. Take care that you do not miss out - close the door and window( if there is one).
• So that the healing effect of the beneficial additives was stronger, before taking a dip in the bath take a shower.
• It is not recommended to conduct water procedures immediately after meals. Wait at least a couple of hours.
• You can not take a bath during critical days.
• Try to control your thoughts: do not analyze the events of the past day, it's better just to dream.
• If today you do not want to take a bath, do not do it. Relaxing bath should cause only positive emotions, otherwise it will not have any effect.
• The duration should not exceed 40 minutes( 20 minutes is more than enough).
• Relaxing in a relaxing bath, you can rub yourself with a hard washcloth. The skin will be cleaned of dead cells, it will look more youthful and supple.
• It is best to complete the water procedures by applying a cream with the effect of moisturizing, milk or lotion to the body.
• After a relaxing bath, ideally, you should go to bed. If you performed the procedure during the day, just lie down for 15-20 minutes.