5 Bath Oils for ultimate well-being: here’s why

After all the hustle, bustle and overindulgence during the month of December, it's time to look ahead to the new year. With that usually comes a bounty of new year resolutions, and surely you can fit some more time for your body and soul well-being on that list. Taking more self-care baths are an easy way to accomplish that- a daily soak in the comfort of your bathtub with natural essential oils is the perfect way to maintain and improve your wellness throughout every season. Today, we’re zoning in on five very holistic and healthful Bath Oil options from Elemental Herbology and what powers their benefits to you.

Behind the 5 Element Aromatherapy Bath & Body Oils:

The Elemental Herbology brand from the UK is deep-rooted in the Chinese Medicine Five Element philosophy: Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal and Water. We all represent a certain element depending on our lifestyle, diet, mood, etc. and your element can change as the seasons change, too. 5 formulas, for 5 different elements, with 5 different wellness results. Formulated with natural plant essential oils in a base oil of Peach Kernel, Apricot and Jojoba Oils. The essential oils will provide an aromatherapeutic experience, while the base oils provide a way to deliver the essential oils from the bottle to the tub safely – plus they give you a bonus nourishing and hydrating boost while you soak.

The best part:

All five elemental bath & body oils are dual purpose for the bathtub or for use as a nourishing body oil. Add 2-3 pumps into a warm bath and soak for 20 minutes.  And/Or, after your bath, apply the body oil to clean, dry skin to nourish and hydrate.

Which one do you need?

1. Soothe Bath & Body Oil (water element)

Best for: A peaceful night's sleep.

Contains: Lavender, Ylang Ylang and Rose Damask

The water element is aligned to winter, a time for rest and repair. Water energy is at its most active at night, and this element is most aligned to a person that has trouble sleeping because of an “active mind”, often worries and has trouble relaxing.

2.  Rejuvenate Bath & Body Oil (wood element)

Best for: Tired, aching muscles.

Contains: Lemongrass, Ho Leaf and Nutmeg

The wood element is aligned to spring, a time of awakening and fresh new growth. Wood energy is most active in the morning, and is most aligned to an active person that’s always on the go.

3.  Zest Bath & Body Oil (fire element)

Best for: A shot of energy.

Contains: Sweet Orange, Rosemary and Marjoram

The fire element is aligned to summer, a time for activity and high energy. Fire energy is most active at midday, and this element is most aligned to a person lacking energy, travels often or maybe has trouble getting out of bed in the morning.

4. Harmony Bath & Body Oil (earth element)

Best for: Emotional fatigue, overworked

Contains: Mandarin, Cedarwood and Lime

The earth element is aligned to late summer, a time for completion and harmony. Earth energy is at its most active in the afternoon, and this element is most suited for a person that doesn’t take time for themselves, a work-a-holic or someone that needs to restore inner balance.

5. Detox Bath & Body Oil (metal element)

Best for: A sluggish body, after overindulging

Contains: Rosemary, Grapefruit and Juniper

The metal element is aligned to autumn, a time for boosting reserves. Metal energy is at its most active in the evening, and this element is most aligned to a person that often “over-indulges” or feels sluggish and run down. Also, a great option to use post-holiday for a quick body detox.

Want to try them all?

The Elemental Experience Set contains a deluxe-size bottle of each to create your own, bespoke bath experience, no matter your mood!