If you enjoy pampering yourself regularly with a sauna, you will be well aware of its purifying and energizing benefits. To promote the detoxifying process triggered by the sauna, it is useful to use a mixture of essential oils to be thrown on the grill together with the water. The aroma released will enhance the pleasure of the time spent in the sauna.
Steps
Step 1. Obtain one or more essential oils that are considered beneficial for use in the sauna
We can include lavender, pine, grapefruit, eucalyptus, lime, rosemary, lemon and birch.
Step 2. Single oil:
if you are using only one oil, put 3-4 drops of the desired essential oil in the water you intend to throw on the embers. The mixture is now ready to be used on the coals.
Step 3. Blend of oils:
if you want to create a special blend of oils that releases different fragrances at the same time, follow the directions for the individual oils to give life to your blend. An energizing and detoxifying blend is as follows:
- 3 drops of pine essential oil;
- 3 drops of rosemary essential oil;
- 4 drops of lime essential oil;
- 8 drops of grapefruit essential oil.
Step 4. Experiment to create your own blends
Just combine the oils suggested in the first step, as long as you know how to mix them. If you are unsure about quantities, ask your oil dealer for advice or research a reputable aromatherapy manual. If in doubt for any reason, just use a single essential oil. Whatever the mixture obtained, add no more than 3-4 drops to each bucket of water.
Step 5. Sit with your back supported, relax and breathe deeply
Advice
- Always use good quality essential oils. Ask for advice in a specialized shop.
- Eucalyptus is great for clearing sinuses and sensory perceptions, but pay attention to its potency: it releases a very strong aroma, so ask other people present if they agree with your choice. Use it alone and occasionally, 1-2 drops per bucket of water should be enough.
Warnings
- Don't leave bottles of essential oils in the sauna. Otherwise the oils will spoil quickly. Add the drops to the bucket before you enter the sauna.
- Pregnant women, sick or convalescent people and children should take the sauna with caution.
- Take a quick shower, dip in a pool or lake at least every 20 minutes or so if you intend to stay in the sauna for a longer period.
- It is generally advisable not to spend more than 20 minutes in the sauna at a time.
