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Essential Oil Bath Safety

How to Use Essential Oils in the Bath

Graphic of Carrier Oil and Essential Oil dripping into Mixing Bottle. Dropper dripping into bath water.

STEP 1  Pick one or more essential oils from the recommended bath list below.

STEP 2  Dilute essential oil(s) with a vegetable carrier oil of your choice. In general, mix about 9-12 drops of the recommended essential oil(s) into a tablespoon of carrier oil (please refer to a dilution chart for exact ratios).

STEP 3  Swirl diluted blend into water before entering the bath. Can also be used in conjunction with magnesium flakes or salts.

STEP 4  Relax and enjoy!

Tub may become slippery, so exercise caution. 

Citrus OIls for Bath Use

Avoid sun exposure for 12 hours after dermal use when using Lemon, Tangerine, or Grapefruit oils.

Floral Oils for Bath Use

Other Oils for Bath Use

Avoid Using these Essential Oils in the Bath

Balsam Fir Needle

Juniper Berry

Basil

Lemongrass

Bergamot

Marjoram

Black Pepper

Oregano

Camphor

Pennyroyal

Cassia

Peppermint

Cinnamon Bark

Pine Needle

Clove

Spearmint

Cypress

Thyme

Ginger

Wintergreen

Hyssop

 

Learn more about essential oils and general usage safety.