5 Simple DIY Bath Salt Recipes for Relaxation

Treat Yourself or Someone Special  

There’s nothing quite like a warm, calming bath to help you unwind. And if you love getting creative, making your own bath salts is a fun and relaxing way to enhance your soak. Plus, they make thoughtful gifts for friends or family, especially around Christmas. 

We love simple, natural recipes that are kind to your skin and easy to put together. Here are five DIY bath salt recipes to inspire your self-care routine this season, using Lucy Bee Epsom Salts  and Magnesium Flakes.

Classic Lavender Relaxation Soak

Lavender is known for its calming scent, making this perfect for a bedtime bath or a cosy winter evening.  

Ingredients: 

240g (1 cup) Epsom Salts 

120g (½ cup) Magnesium Bath Flakes 

10 drops lavender essential oil 

A handful of dried lavender petals  

Instructions: 

Mix the salts and flakes in a bowl. 

Add the essential oil and dried lavender, stirring gently. 

Store in an airtight jar. 

Add 2–3 handfuls to warm bath water and soak for 15–20 minutes. 

Citrus Refresh Bath 

Citrus scents are energising and uplifting, ideal for a mid-afternoon or post-work pick-me-up. 

Ingredients: 

240g (1 cup) Epsom Salts 

120g (½ cup) Magnesium Bath Flakes 

10 drops sweet orange essential oil 

5 drops grapefruit essential oil 

Instructions: 

Mix all ingredients and store in a jar. Add a handful to your bath to lift your mood and create a refreshing, spa-like experience. 

Winter Spice Soak 

This bath feels like a warm hug, perfect for chilly winter evenings and festive self-care moments. 

Ingredients: 

240g (1 cup) Magnesium Bath Flakes 

120g  (½ cup) Epsom Salts 

10 drops sweet orange essential oil  

5 drops clary sage essential oil 

Optional: dried orange slices for decoration 

Instructions: 

Combine the salts and flakes with the essential oils. Store in a sealed jar and add to a warm bath when you need a comforting, cosy soak. 

Floral Bliss Bath 

This recipe is lovely for a special treat, whether for yourself or as a thoughtful gift. 

Ingredients: 

240g (1 cup) Epsom Salts 

120g (½ cup) Magnesium Bath Flakes 

10 drops rose or geranium essential oil 

A handful of dried rose petals 

Instructions: 

Mix everything together and store in a jar. Add a few handfuls to your bath to create a luxurious, floral spa-like experience. 

Peppermint Pick-Me-Up 

Perfect for waking up your senses in the morning or after a long, busy day. 

Ingredients: 

240g (1 cup) Magnesium Bath Flakes 

120g  (½ cup) Epsom Salts 

10 drops peppermint essential oil 

Instructions: 

Combine salts and oil in a jar. Add a handful to warm bath water and enjoy a refreshing, invigorating soak. 

Tips for a Perfect DIY Bath Salt 

• Store your salts in airtight jars to keep them fresh
• Use natural, skin-friendly ingredients to stay gentle on your skin
• For gifting, decorate jars with ribbons or personalised tags for a thoughtful touch
• Mix and match essential oils to create your own signature scent 

Make Your Bath Ritual Extra Special 

DIY bath salts are a lovely way to bring creativity and self-care together. They’re simple to make, enjoyable to use, and wonderful to give as gifts. 

At Lucy Bee, we love moments that make you feel cared for, whether it’s a warm bath at the end of the day or a special treat during the festive season. With a little bit of time, a few natural ingredients, and some imagination, you can create a relaxing bath experience that feels like a mini-spa at home. 

Shop Lucy Bee Epsom Bath Salts and Magnesium Flakes

For more blogs on our range of Bath Salts click on the links below

• Epsom Salts vs Magnesium Flakes: What’s the difference?
• Benefits of Soaking in Epsom Bath Salts
• How to Use Magnesium Flakes for a Spa Experience at Home
• Epsom Foot Soaks, how to do
• Best Self-Care Routine with Epsom Salts or Magnesium Flakes
• The Science Behind Magnesium For Wellness
• 5 Simple DIY Bath Salts Recipes for Gifting and Relaxation

About Lucy Bee 

Founded by Lucy, a beauty therapist and mum, Lucy Bee is an independent British skincare and wellness brand dedicated to creating effective and unique formulations. Customer care is of prime importance to us and we have a V-I-Bee reward credits scheme for our account holders as thanks for their loyalty. All of our products have a focus on sustainability, organic, natural, vegan and cruelty free. Since launching in 2012 with fair trade coconut oil, Lucy Bee delivers uncompromising quality to conscious beauty.  

Any information provided by us is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. We always recommend referring your health queries to a qualified medical practitioner.