Salt Bars and Soaks

In modern times we have all become concerned with issues of health and thus may have reduced their intake of salt due to it’s negative effects on the heart and blood flow.  Though not as many people are aware how beneficial it is to the skin.

Sea salt is packed with natural minerals (Bromide, Calcium, Magnesium and Potassium) all of which are absorbed by the skin aiding circulation and metabolism, combating stress, slowing the aging process and energizing the body generally.  When rubbed against the skin in crystal form it works to exfoliate. Unlike normal Sea Salts Dead Sea Salts is inedible but are even richer in minerals making them the choice for spas and beauty treatment. 

   Lemon Salt Bar Recipe:100g Melt & Pour Soap Base, 100g Sea Salt (preferably Dead Sea), 2g Lemon Essential Oil and 1 drop of Yellow colourant.  Melt the soap base, stir in the salts, add oil and colour, pour into mould to set.  This is a truly invigorating and refreshing soap bar, great for hands, body and feet though some may find it a little harsh for face.

Rose Salt Soak Recipe: 250g Sea Salt, 125g Epsom Salt, 4g Rose Oil Fragrance, 4g Rose Petals.  Mix the salts and fragrance together thoroughly, add rose petals mix gently. Pour into decorative jar.